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As a Personal Support Worker (PSW) at Muskoka Algonquin Health Care (MAHC) you will be at the forefront of 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/CERTICIATION(S)
- Personal Support Worker Certificate received from an Ontario College of Applied Arts and Technology program
- OR received from an Accredited PSW Educational Program
- Or completed one year of full-time studies in either the Registered Practical Nursing program or Registered Nursing program at an accredited college/university
- BLS Certification
DESIRED EDUCATION/CERTICIATION(S)
- Gentle persuasive approach certificate considered an asset
- Current MANDT (or similar) training
REQUIRED SKILLS
- 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.
HOW TO APPLY
Please submit your application through mahc.ca under Career Opportunities by uploading your resume and cover letter as either a PDF or Word document(s). Applications must be received by the closing date listed above.
WHY IS MAHC RIGHT FOR YOU?
Imagine working in a place you love to visit on vacation! A career with MAHC lets you do just that. We are located in one of the top international tourist destinations in Canada; positioned just two (2) hours north of Toronto in beautiful cottage country surrounded by vibrant natural beauty, pristine lakes, majestic forests and rocky shorelines.
Our communities are small in size but big in excitement; there are always local fundraisers, farmers markets, live events, pubs and locally owned stores to shop in. There are a variety of seasonal, year-round activities to keep you busy and fully embraced in the lifestyle that Muskoka has to offer from hiking, fishing, snowshoeing, downhill skiing, heading to Algonquin Park or Arrowhead Park for the day, running and cycling clubs, camping, sitting on a warm sunny patio downtown, or simply relaxing by the lake with your friends. Life here is good!
ADDITIONAL PERKS AT MAHC
- Tuition Reimbursement Programs, MAHC offers one of the most robust hospital funded programs in Healthcare
- Enrolment in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
- Collaborative and supportive team environment
LET US HELP YOU MAKE YOUR MOVE!
Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare has launched the Housing for Healthcare initiative to help MAHC team members (both new recruits and existing staff) connect with housing options in our communities.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Union: SEIU
Compensation: $25.05 - $27.38 an hour
Department:Emergency Department
Location: We have openings in both our South Muskoka Memorial Hospital (SMMH) located in Bracebridge and Huntsville District Memorial Hospital (HDMH) located in Huntsville.
Available Positions: Permanent Full Time and Permanent Part Time
Hours of Work: Must be available to work shifts including days, evenings, nights and weekends. Shifts and hours may change according to departmental requirements and as per the SEIU collective agreement.
As a condition of employment, external hires are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination to the Hospital’s Occupational Health and Safety department.
Our organization supports equal opportunity employment. We are committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier free. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code. Applicants need to make any accommodation requests for the interview or selection process known in advance by contacting the Human Resources Department. Human Resources will work together with the hiring committee to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation for the selection process which will enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.
We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity, but please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Selection will be based on the skill, ability, experience and qualifications. The Hospital reserves the right to conduct a formal interview or other applicable testing where required.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Part-time hours: 24 per week
Salary: $25.05-$27.38 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Work Location: In person
