Your Opportunity:We are looking for an experienced Health Care Aide to add to the 1 East Team. Unit 1 East is a 28-bed unit, including 4 post angioplasty recovery beds, focusing on the care of cardiology patients. The unit offers the opportunity for all staff to work to the full scope of practice. This HCA opportunity functions as a key member of the multidisciplinary team, and is responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care; collaborative decision-making alongside the multidisciplinary team is also a key part of this role. Physical demands of the job include sitting and standing for extended periods, frequently assisting patients to reposition/stand/sit, using repetitive motions/actions such as typing and computer use for prolonged periods, and extensive telephone use.Description:As a Health Care Aide (HCA), you will work as a collaborative member of the multi-disciplinary team providing personal assistance including supporting activities of daily living and support services to patients (clients, residents) who require short-term assistance or ongoing support, in accordance with the patient care plan and facility policies and procedures. In this position you will work closely with patients, families, and caregivers spanning the continuum of care in home, community or health care facilities assisting nurses with the provision of routine care to meet patients' hygiene, nutrition, mobility, recreation and safety needs, assisting with organized activities or programs and observing and reporting on a patient's mood, health, and wellbeing. Working under a regulated health professional you will be assisting in the maintenance of a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors, and maintaining effective communication with patients and health professionals.
Classification: Health Care Aide
Union: AUPE AUX
Unit and Program: Unit 1 East/Inpatient Cardiology
Primary Location: Royal Alexandra Hospital
Location Details: As Per Location
Multi-Site: Not Applicable
FTE: 0.00
Posting End Date: 20-APR-2026
Employee Class: Casual/Relief
Date Available: 30-APR-2026
Hours per Shift: 7.75
Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
Shifts per cycle: Varies
Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends
Days Off: Other
Minimum Salary: $23.62
Maximum Salary: $28.71
Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Required Qualifications:Completion of Health Care Aide Certificate within 18 months of hire and active directory status on the Alberta Health Care Aide Directory. Must provide a confirmation letter as proof of enrolment from the Directory at https://www.albertahcadirectory.com/health-care-aides/confirmation/. Nursing students currently enrolled in an approved Alberta nursing program who have successfully completed a minimum of 100 hours of practicum; and are either in their 1st year of practical nursing program; or 2nd year of baccalaureate nursing or psychiatric nursing program will be considered. Must attest to this compliance and provide proof of qualification. Additional Required Qualifications:HCA registration must be current and up to date with the CLHA. Current Basic Life Support (BLS - Heart and Stroke AED Level C). Must the able to work to full scope of practice (physically, mentally and emotionally) on this very busy fast paced Unit. Must be able to push, pull and lift at least 50 lbs. To ensure your skills and qualifications are considered, we require a resume and cover letter to be attached with your application. Preferred Qualifications:Connect Care Training preferred.
