Personal Support Worker, Emergency PTC 2026-6732

Cambridge Memorial Hospital•Cambridge, ON

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Join a hospital where everyone makes a difference! Cambridge Memorial Hospital (CMH) is a thriving community hospital that proudly provides acute care services including: Emergency, Surgery, Medicine, Women’s and Children’s Health, Intensive Care, Mental Health, and Inpatient Rehabilitation. Our vision is to creating healthier communities together. Our dedicated and skilled staff are passionate about providing outstanding patient-centred care, and an exceptional patient experience to residents of the Waterloo Region and beyond. Come be part of our vision as CMH leads in innovation and compassion! To learn more about CMH, please visit our website at www.cmh.org.

Requirements

Registered with the Health and Supporting Care Providers Oversight Authority (HSPCOA) - required
Personal Support Worker (PSW) Certificate from a recognized college/private career college or school board is required
Current BCLS Certification, required
2-3 years current experience as Personal Support Worker required
Demonstrated ability to work with a variety of patient populations
Working knowledge of routine practices related to Infection Control required
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Demonstrated ability to attend work on regular basis is required
Subject to any accommodation required by applicable human rights legislation, Cambridge Memorial Hospital requires that all staff have received all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine approved by Health Canada.
The successful external applicant is required to provide the applicable criminal record check, as requested by Human Resources, in accordance with federal and provincial legislation. Valid criminal record checks are in original format and dated with two months from date of conditional offer from CMH.

Nice To Haves

Recent experience in a hospital environment preferred
Proficient computer experience and excellent keyboarding skills is preferred
Previous experience with Meditech system is an asset
Ongoing commitment to continuous learning is preferred
Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written)
Proven dedication to an interdisciplinary team approach
Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and be flexible

Responsibilities

The Personal Support Worker provides personal care for patients and supports patient flow within the hospital as required.
The Personal Support Worker communicates effectively with patients, staff and families, and provides excellent customer service at all times.
Responsibilities include assisting patients with activities of daily living and measuring vital signs, and practicing to the scope of their education.
Documentation in the electronic record is required for care provided.
This position works co-operatively with team members and receives direction from registered staff.
The incumbent demonstrates professional responsibility and demonstrates actions consistent with hospital policies and procedures.
This is a full-time position to work all shifts including days, nights and evenings, as well as weekends and holidays.