Service Worker I
Your Opportunity:
Olds has an exciting opportunity for a part time Service Worker/Porter. As a Service Worker you will be an invaluable member of the multidisciplinary team throughout the hospital, by transporting patients, and equipment. You will also demonstrate genuine interest and respect for our patients and utilize your knowledge, skills, and abilities to provide support to the staff and the patients we serve. With a growing industrial base and a flourishing agricultural economy, Olds is a hidden gem located in Central Alberta, 63 km south of Red Deer on the QE II. Olds boasts several excellent recreational facilities including the Aquatic Centre, the Olds Arena, many parks and trails and the Learning Centre which houses an extensive library.
Description:
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.
- Classification: Service Worker I
- Union: AUPE GSS
- Unit and Program: Health and Care Center Operating Room Program
- Primary Location: Olds Hospital and Care Centre
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: Not Applicable
- FTE: 0.00
- Posting End Date: 21-AUG-2025
- Employee Class: Casual/Relief
- Date Available: 31-AUG-2025
- 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: $20.44
- Maximum Salary: $22.31
- Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Grade 12 or equivalent.
Additional Required Qualifications:Physically capable of walking/standing for the entire shift and performing repetitive movements. Able to lift up to 50lbs independently or assist in lifting up to 350 lbs. as needed; ability to exert 50 lbs. push and pull force when handing patients on stretchers/beds/wheelchairs or equipment. Ability to squat, bend, reach in all directions and good hand and finger coordination to safely handle equipment. Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment for long periods of time (e.g. Surgical and N95 Respiratory Masks, Eye Protection, etc.). Communicate clearly and effectively in English, including speaking, understanding, reading, and writing. Basic knowledge and operation of a computer and a smartphone. Dependable, cooperative, customer service attitude and able to work with minimal supervision. To ensure your skills and qualifications are considered, please attach a resume and cover letter with your application.
Preferred Qualifications:Previous hospital experience, knowledge of cleaning equipment is preferred. Customer service is preferred. Service Worker or Environmental Services leadership experience such as working leader, shift lead, training or equivalent preferred. Up to date Required Learning Courses such as Move Safe ergonomic program and the It’s Your Move, WHMIS, Code Red, etc.
Please note:
All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated.
Security Screening:
A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.
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