About the role
Job Summary:
In accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values, and strategic directions of Provincial Health Services Authority patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at PHSA, and as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position. The Clinic Aide performs duties to ensure effective and efficient operation of the Oak Tree Clinic such as assisting multidisciplinary team members with patient flow on clinic days, setting out nutritional supplies, providing child care, preparing equipment, maintaining order in examination rooms and maintaining sufficient quantities of supplies. The Clinic Aide will encounter a diversity of patients from various backgrounds, some of which require tailored care to address special needs.
Duties/Accountabilities:
1.Performs a variety of nursing procedures such as taking client heights, weights, and temperature, urine testing as directed, and communicates client information such as abnormal results to Clinical Nurse Specialists and other appropriate members of the Oak Tree Clinic disciplinary team as required; documents appropriately by charting on the client’s health record chart.
2.Assists with the flow of clients from reception area by escorting them to appropriate room.
3.Responsible for the routine cleaning of clinical work areas by performing tasks such as setting up and cleaning assessment and procedure rooms, changing linens as required and stocking supplies.
4.Orders nutritional snacks and stocks kitchen sets out and refills nutritional snacks during clinics and ensures area is kept tidy.
5.Provides child care supervision during clinic hours, and routinely tidies the children’s play area.
6.Assists other members of the health care team with the transfer of clients and their belongings using wheelchairs/stretchers to other areas of the hospital and ensures documentation and/or supplies accompany client.
7.Transports specimens, supplies and equipment, charts, requisitions, etc. between Oak Tree Clinic and laboratories and other relevant areas of the hospital as requested within defined timeframes.
8.Performs other related duties as required.
Qualifications:
Education, Training & Experience:
Grade 10 plus graduation from a recognized Nursing Assistant program or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Skills & Abilities:
Ability to deal with others effectively
Ability to organize work
Ability to operate related equipment
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Physical abilities to carry out the duties of the position.
About Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA)
PHSA plans, manages and evaluates selected specialty and province-wide health care services across B.C., working with the five geographic health authorities to deliver province-wide solutions that improve the health of British Columbians. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Cultivate partnerships – Serve with purpose.
Our programs and services include: BC Cancer • BC Centre for Disease Control • BC Children's Hospital • Sunny Hill Health Centre for Children • BC Mental Health and Substance Use Services • BC Renal • BC Transplant • BC Women's Hospital and Health Centre • Cardiac Services BC • Perinatal Services BC • BC Emergency Health Services. Learn more about PHSA and our programs: https://jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services
Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That’s why we’re focused on your care too – offering health, wellness, development programs to support you – at work and at home.
• Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations – offering vast opportunities for growth and development. • Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles. • Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources. • 13 annual statutory holidays with generous vacation entitlement and accruement. • PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position). • Perks including onsite fitness classes and discounts to 350 BC-wide recreational programs, travel, technology, car and bike sharing, and more.
PHSA is committed to employment equity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background and experience, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.
About the role
Job Summary:
In accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values, and strategic directions of Provincial Health Services Authority patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at PHSA, and as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position. The Clinic Aide performs duties to ensure effective and efficient operation of the Oak Tree Clinic such as assisting multidisciplinary team members with patient flow on clinic days, setting out nutritional supplies, providing child care, preparing equipment, maintaining order in examination rooms and maintaining sufficient quantities of supplies. The Clinic Aide will encounter a diversity of patients from various backgrounds, some of which require tailored care to address special needs.
Duties/Accountabilities:
1.Performs a variety of nursing procedures such as taking client heights, weights, and temperature, urine testing as directed, and communicates client information such as abnormal results to Clinical Nurse Specialists and other appropriate members of the Oak Tree Clinic disciplinary team as required; documents appropriately by charting on the client’s health record chart.
2.Assists with the flow of clients from reception area by escorting them to appropriate room.
3.Responsible for the routine cleaning of clinical work areas by performing tasks such as setting up and cleaning assessment and procedure rooms, changing linens as required and stocking supplies.
4.Orders nutritional snacks and stocks kitchen sets out and refills nutritional snacks during clinics and ensures area is kept tidy.
5.Provides child care supervision during clinic hours, and routinely tidies the children’s play area.
6.Assists other members of the health care team with the transfer of clients and their belongings using wheelchairs/stretchers to other areas of the hospital and ensures documentation and/or supplies accompany client.
7.Transports specimens, supplies and equipment, charts, requisitions, etc. between Oak Tree Clinic and laboratories and other relevant areas of the hospital as requested within defined timeframes.
8.Performs other related duties as required.
Qualifications:
Education, Training & Experience:
Grade 10 plus graduation from a recognized Nursing Assistant program or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Skills & Abilities:
Ability to deal with others effectively
Ability to organize work
Ability to operate related equipment
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Physical abilities to carry out the duties of the position.
About Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA)
PHSA plans, manages and evaluates selected specialty and province-wide health care services across B.C., working with the five geographic health authorities to deliver province-wide solutions that improve the health of British Columbians. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Cultivate partnerships – Serve with purpose.
Our programs and services include: BC Cancer • BC Centre for Disease Control • BC Children's Hospital • Sunny Hill Health Centre for Children • BC Mental Health and Substance Use Services • BC Renal • BC Transplant • BC Women's Hospital and Health Centre • Cardiac Services BC • Perinatal Services BC • BC Emergency Health Services. Learn more about PHSA and our programs: https://jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services
Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That’s why we’re focused on your care too – offering health, wellness, development programs to support you – at work and at home.
• Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations – offering vast opportunities for growth and development. • Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles. • Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources. • 13 annual statutory holidays with generous vacation entitlement and accruement. • PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position). • Perks including onsite fitness classes and discounts to 350 BC-wide recreational programs, travel, technology, car and bike sharing, and more.
PHSA is committed to employment equity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background and experience, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.