ROLE

As a Personal Support Worker (PSW) at Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare (MAHC) you will be at the forefront of the patient care team. In this role you will performs duties related to patient care under the direction of regulated Health Care Professionals and/or Physicians in accordance with hospital standards, policies and procedures.

REQUIRED EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION(S)

• Personal Support Worker Certificate received from an Ontario College of Applied Arts and Technology program OR received from an Accredited PSW Educational Program

• BLS Certification

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE(S)

• Have excellent interpersonal communication skills
• Able to organize tasks within time allotted
• Able to work efficiently, effectively and safely in a controlled environment
• Aware of and acknowledge limitations within the role
• Knowledgeable of the policies and procedures directly associated with role
• Maintain confidentiality
• Ability to work effectively with patients, colleagues and management
• Regular and punctual attendance is a requirement of this position

DESIRED SKILLS**, EXPERIENCE(S)** & EDUCATION

• Gentle persuasive approach certificate considered an asset

• Current NVCI training

ADDITIONAL PERKS AT MAHC

• Staff referral program $1000 (for each successful permanent part-time and permanent full-time new hire you refer to MAHC)
• Enrolment in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Location: Multi-Site, working at both the South Muskoka Memorial Hospital (SMMH) located in Bracebridge and Huntsville District Memorial Hospital (HDMH) located in Huntsville. Applicants must reside within 125km of one of our hospital campuses or be willing to relocate prior to starting. *Exceptions will be considered on a case-by-case basis

Department: Emergency Department

Hours of Work: Must be available to work shifts including days, evenings, nights and weekends. Shifts and hours may change according to departmental requirements per the collective agreement.

Recruitment Process

Submit your cover letter and resume together as either a PDF or Word document(s) to this posting by 11:59 pm on the closing date. Please Note: Applicants must submit their application through this posting listed to be considered. Email and paper submissions will not be accepted unless otherwise indicated.

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We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity. As much as we would like to reach out to every applicant, please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Selection will be based on skills, abilities, experiences, and qualifications. MAHC reserves the right to conduct interview(s) or other applicable testing where required.

Conditions of employment for external hires includes;

• Proof of immunization and vaccination records to the Hospital’s Occupational Health and Safety department

• Legal entitlement to work in Canada

• Satisfactory Criminal Record & Vulnerable Sector Check

Our organization: MAHC is committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier-free. We encourage applicants from all equity-deserving groups, including but not limited to, individuals who identify as Indigenous, racialized, seniors, persons living with disabilities, women, and those who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.

Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code. If you have accommodation needs for attendance at the interview, please advise us at time of the interview being scheduled

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