Screener, Casual, Nursing Department

**Screener** **Nursing Department** **Job Posting: Non-Union 2024-277** **Casual Position** **About the Organization**: Located on the coast of **beautiful Georgian Bay**, our facility boasts the best that both nature and technology can offer. We work in one of Canada's most modern health care facilities and live in one of the country's top outdoor adventure destinations. You can get from desk to dock in 10 minutes West Parry Sound Health Centre (WPSHC) has always employed an innovative planning approach aimed at integrating services. Faced with the challenges of rural care delivery, WPSHC has partnered in regional alliances and created internal programming solutions that have benefited patient care and improved services throughout the catchment area. Today our uniquely integrated health care organization includes: Lakeland Long Term Care, six Nursing Stations delivering care to rural communities, management of District ambulance services and dispatch, and a full range of in-patient and out-patient programs associated with a 90-bed acute care hospital. As well as being recognized as a "pace-setter" hospital for its unbroken string of balanced budgets, WPSHC's innovative approach to integration has benefited the community through more seamless local delivery of services, improved access to primary care, a wider understanding of local needs and the ability to respond as these needs continue to evolve. Additionally, these initiatives have resulted in cost savings through co-location and improved 'point-of-service' for clients. For more information on WPSHC, please visit our website. **About the Opportunity**: WPSHC currently has an** opening** for **Screener** to join our organization in **Parry Sound, Ontario**. Reporting to the Chief Nursing Officer (CNO), this position will assist with access in and out of the West Parry Sound Health Centre (WPSHC). The Screener will actively screen individuals as they enter the WPSHC by completing a health screening questionnaire and conducting temperature checks when necessary. The screener will distribute Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to all entrants and will ensure that hand hygiene is performed. The incumbent will ensure that health and safety policies are followed to provide for a healthy and safe environment for staff, patients, and visitors. Hours of work are all shifts (days, evenings, nights), including weekends. **More About You**: To qualify for the role, you will need to have completed Grade 12 or equivalent. You will also need to have: - Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills; - Demonstrated interpersonal skills with the ability to facilitate positive relationships; - Ability to adapt to continually changing priorities; - Self-motivated with the ability to perform work assignments with mínimal supervision and good judgment; - Demonstrated professionalism, tact, and diplomacy in interactions with others; - Proven ability to adhere to safe work practices; - An understanding of the Internal Responsibility System (OH&S Act);Demonstrated satisfactory attendance levels, performance levels, disciplinary history and positive work references. **Please note**:For the safety and well-being of our clients and employees, we require proof of COVID-19 vaccination before commencing employment. Accommodations will be made for those exempt from the COVID-19 vaccination, based on grounds protected by relevant human rights law. **About the Benefits**: In return for your dedication, you will be rewarded with hourly salary of **$18.47**. In addition, you can look forward to the following array of benefits: - Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) - 4% vacation pay and 13% pay in lieu of fringe benefits (9% if enrolled in HOOPP) - Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) - Wellness Program & onsite gym Best of all, you will be welcomed into a supportive interdisciplinary team environment that will allow you to develop a wide breadth of skills. This is an opportunity **to grow in an established and highly respected organization**, using your experience and skills to inspire a direct and positive impact on the community. - West Parry Sound Health Centre is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities to ensure equal participation. If selected to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes._ - Personal information submitted will be used for the purpose of this competition only._ - Please be advised the WPSHC property is smoke-free._