Health Care Assistant, Long Term Care

SalaryThe salary range for this position is CAD $30.72 - $30.72 / hour Job SummaryAre you a compassionate Health Care Assistant with a passion for providing personal care to patients? Join our dedicated team at Eagle Ridge Hospital, where you’ll work under the direction of nurses and in cooperation with the interprofessional care team to assist patients with daily activities, document their progress, and ensure their comfort and well-being. Eagle Ridge Hospital As a community hospital, Eagle Ridge Hospital provides primary and secondary acute care and some specialty services that can be accessed with or without referrals, such as 24/7 emergency, diagnostics, inpatient and outpatient care in general medicine, rehabilitation, surgery, and other specialty services such as urology, plastics, and orthopedics. Tri-CitiesThe Tri-Cities is an informal grouping of three lively suburban communities of Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, and Port Moody and two semi-rural residential areas of Belcarra and Anmore that have grown together and are each unique from the other. These stunning communities offer urban living in a picturesque natural setting - the ideal location for the avid city-goer and outdoor enthusiast. The centrally located area of the Tri-Cities offers the perfect hybrid for all lifestyles. Experience the exceptional benefits of working with us including:Comprehensive, 100% Employer-Paid Benefits: Enjoy peace of mind with full coverage.Generous Vacation Time: eligible employees can earn up to four weeks of vacation to recharge and relax.Benefit Portability: Seamlessly transfer your benefits from another HEABC employer.Immediate Pension Enrollment: Secure your future with a defined municipal pension plan from day one.Maternity Top-Up: Receive an 87% top-up during maternity leave.TransLink Pass Subsidy: Save on commuting costs with a 50% subsidy on TransLink passesAdditional employee discounts and perks available*Eligibility based on employment status  See what Keith has to say about his experience as a Health Care Assistant with Fraser Health Detailed OverviewIn accordance with the Mission and Values of Fraser Health, the Health Care Assistant, Residential Care works collaboratively and in partnership with the interdisciplinary team in the provision of person-centered care to diverse populations promoting resident/client choices, individualized routines, resident/client and family involvement in care decisions and continuity and consistency of care. Following an established, individualized care plan, the Health Care Assistant provides person-centered care by assisting residents/clients in activities of daily living. Encourages and assists as necessary with toileting, bathing, skin care, grooming, dressing and personal laundry. Participates, as a member of and in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, in the organization and implementation of established leisure activities as outlined in the care plan; encourages resident/client participation, within the resident's/client's abilities and informs residents/clients, families and volunteers of daily plans. Makes tea, coffee, toast, sandwiches and assists residents/clients who require help with their dining experience. Responsibilities Following an established, individualized care plan, provides person-centered care by assisting residents/clients in activities of daily living. Encourages and assists as necessary with toileting, bathing, skin care, grooming, dressing, personal laundry and mobilizing residents/clients. Participates, as a member of and in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, in the organization and implementation of established leisure activities as outlined in the care plan; encourages resident/client participation, within the resident's/client's abilities and informs residents/clients, families and volunteers of daily plans. Demonstrates actions and movements to residents/clients and encourages the involvement of family members and volunteers in specific, appropriate 1:1 activities with individual residents/clients as per the care plan. Observes any changes in resident's/client's behaviour and abilities, cognitive skills and program participation and documents and reports the observed changes to the interdisciplinary team members as appropriate. Performs procedures such as taking temperature and weight as directed. Obtains laboratory specimens. Utilizes mechanical aids such as lifts, wheelchairs and stretchers in order to transfer and position residents/clients in comfortable and therapeutic body positions. Performs limited food preparation such as heating prepared food according to Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP); including such activities as making tea, coffee, toast, and assists residents/clients who require help with their dining experience. Welcomes new residents/clients and their families by orientating them to the physical environment, routines, staff, volunteers and other residents/clients. Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings, inservices, team and family conferences and other meetings/committees as assigned. Provides input on the effectiveness of programs and routines and makes suggestions for changes and new programs to the interdisciplinary team. Cleans and maintains equipment as needed. Reports unsafe, malfunctioning equipment, hazardous conditions, general maintenance needs and supply needs to appropriate staff. Performs other related duties as assigned. QualificationsEducation and ExperienceGrade 10, graduation from a recognized Health Care Assistant Program or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Food Safety Certificate Level 1.Skills and Abilities Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Ability to deal with others effectively. Ability to teach. Ability to organize work. Ability to operate related equipment. Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position. About Fraser HealthFraser Health is the heart of health care for over two million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in British Columbia, Canada, on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations and is home to 32 First Nations within the Fraser Salish region. People - those we care for and those who care for them - are at the heart of everything we do. Our hospital and community-based services are delivered by a team of 50,000+ staff, medical staff and volunteers. We are committed to planetary health and value diversity in the work force. We strive to maintain an environment of respect, caring and trust. Fraser Health’s hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable and culturally safe manner. Together, we are the heart of health care. Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | X | Indeed | Glassdoor IMPORTANT: Recruitment scam warningPlease be on alert for recruitment scams. 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