Service Worker I - Emergency

As a Service Worker I, you will be responsible for transporting patients (clients/residents) and equipment to and from different patient care areas within a hospital site. You will distribute and replenish hospital supplies throughout the units and clean equipment and patient care areas as directed. You may also transport lab specimens, blood and blood products, and patient charts. You will report any concerns regarding supplies and safety issues to Unit Managers and perform other duties as required.

Grade 12 or equivalent.

Current Heart & Stroke Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP). Acute care experience within the past 2 years. Self-motivated and ability to prioritize and organize workload in a busy patient care environment. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Good command of the English language, fluency in both oral and written communication. Physical capability of performing all aspects of the role (bending, reaching, crouching, kneeling, overhead lifting, pushing and pulling). Demonstrated ability to walk and/or stand for long periods of time and lift 22.5 kg, or assist in lifting up to 157.5 kg on a regular basis. Must possess verbal, numerical and clerical abilities; visual and auditory acuity; motor coordination; eye-hand coordination. Reliable, cooperative and proven ability to demonstrate effective service attitude; must be able to accept supervision and follow instructions.

Emergency experience within the past 2 years. Connect Care training.