Unit Aide

Working together to provide outstanding integrated health care to our communities delivering best patient outcomes with exemplary standards and compassion, Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare (MAHC) is a multi-site organization that includes Huntsville District Memorial Hospital Site and South Muskoka Memorial Hospital Site.

**ROLE**
- Provides non
- medical support to front-line team members on-site at MAHC.
- Will be deployed to various geographical areas across the hospital as the need arises at the discretion of the Program Manager.
- Provide patients with companionship and emotional support.
- Assist with patient watch duties, redirecting and monitoring patients who may be wandering and perform patient watch for patients who may be at risk of harming themselves or others.
- Assist with feeding, as appropriate and delegated by a regulated health professional.
- Assists with wayfinding and portering/transporting patients across hospital units in wheel chair or stretcher.
- Assist with unit stocking and tidying, as required.
- Answering the phone and seeking staff for support in questioning.
- Alerting nurses when patients need help or intervention.
- The Unit Aide adheres to personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements which includes gown, gloves, and mask at times, as directed by the healthcare team.
- The Unit Aide must be able to withstand a significant amount of walking, standing, and general movement.
- Assist patients with basic requests.
- Refrain from performing medical procedures or any unauthorized actions.
- Keep patient information confidential.
- Adheres to hospital policies and standards.

**REQUIRED EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION(S)**
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent required.
- BLS Certification.

**REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE(S)**
- Physical and emotional health suitable for demands of patient care.
- Able to work as a team member.
- Have excellent interpersonal communication skills.
- Able to organize tasks within time allotted.
- Able to work efficiently, effectively and safely in a controlled environment.
- Aware of and acknowledge limitations within the role.
- Knowledgeable of the policies and procedures directly associated with role.
- Maintain confidentiality.
- Must attend training with Behaviour Support Assistant.

**DESIRED SKILLS**, EXPERIENCE(S)** & EDUCATION**
- First Aide Certificate considered an asset.
- Training in violent and aggressive de-escalation techniques would be an asset.
- Training in Positive therapeutic communication techniques would be an asset.
- Training in in proper body mechanics and positioning would be an asset.

**ADDITIONAL PERKS AT MAHC**
- Staff referral program (Earn up to $1000 for each successful Permanent Part Time and Permanent Full Time new hire you refer to MAHC)
- Extended health benefits
- Enrolment in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
- Collaborative and supportive team environment

**ADDITIONAL INFORMATION**

**Location**:South Muskoka Memorial Hospital (SMMH) located in Bracebridge

**Department**:Inpatient (Med/Surg) & Rehabilitation Services

**Hours of Work**: Must be available to work shifts including days, evenings, nights and weekends. Shifts and hours may change according to departmental requirements per the collective agreement.

**As a condition of employment**,** external hires are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination to the Hospital’s Occupational Health and Safety department.

**Our organization**: MAHC is committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier free. We encourage applicants from all equity-deserving groups, including but not limited to, individuals who identity as Indigenous, racialized, seniors, persons living with disabilities, women, and those who identify as 2SLGBTQ.

**Accommodation**s** **will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code. Applicants need to make any accommodation requests for the interview or selection process known in advance by contacting the Human Resources Department. Human Resources will work together with the hiring committee to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation for the selection process which will enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.

**HOW TO APPLY**

Applicants interested in becoming a part of an energetic, caring team in a fast-paced and rewarding environment can submit their cover letter and resume as either a PDF or Word document(s) to postings listed on mahc.ca by 11:59pm on the listed closing date.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity, note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Selection will be based on the skill, ability, experience and qualifications. The Hospital reserves the right to conduct a formal interview or other applicable testing where required.