Health Care Aide

With opportunities for professional development and comprehensive benefits, discover a whole different professional practice, and way of life, in the northwestern reaches of the province in the cozy hamlet of Fort Vermilion (population around 730). The oldest European settlement in Alberta, this close-knit community sits on the reddish-colored clay banks of the Peace River and is located about 660 kilometres from Edmonton and 530 kilometers northeast of Grande Prairie. Fort Vermilion has many modern amenities to serve its inhabitants as well as the surrounding rural community, including K-12 education in public and Catholic schools. The St. Theresa General Hospital in Fort Vermilion overlooks the beautiful Peace River Valley and provides acute, continuing care and 24-hour emergency services. Expand your skills and expertise working and living in this rich and diverse rural northern community and discover unexpected hidden gems far from tourist hotspots. In addition to a competitive rate of pay, AHS currently has a Northern Allowance in place to an annual maximum of $6,300. This allowance is non-pensionable and is payable on an hourly basis for all hours paid at the basic rate of pay. Permanent and temporary employees working in excess of one year whose work sites are above the 57th parallel are also eligible to receive an annual reimbursement of personal travel expenses to an annual maximum of $1,235. Eligible employees will be reimbursed for the cost of one round trip, per calendar year, to any destination within Alberta. Travel must originate from a community above the 57th parallel to any destination within Alberta and cannot be carried over.

As a Health Care Aide (HCA), you are responsible for providing personal assistance, supporting activities of daily living and providing comfort and support services to patients (clients, residents) who require short-term assistance or ongoing support. You will work closely with patients, families, and caregivers spanning the continuum of care in home, community or health care facilities. You will play a key role in providing safe, quality patient and family centered care while reflecting the shared vision and values of AHS.

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.

As required.

Rural Long Term Care experience.