Patient Support Assistant, (CUPE) Childbirth and Children's Centre (Perinatal) - Part Time Temporary (until approx. June 2022) - Markham Site - Jobs in Markham, ON

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Who you are:You are an innovative and patient centered individual who provides excellence within their professionYou are a team player with excellent communication, critical thinking and customer service skillsYou have vision, flexibility, transparency, honesty and practicalityYou are organized, accurate, able to multi task and meet deadlinesYou support the patient experience, your colleagues and others cultural and spiritual beliefsYou encompass MSH’s core values and live the words of Respect, Trust, Commitment, Compassion and CourageWho we are:Markham Stouffville Hospital (MSH) is one of Ontario’s leading community hospitals. Across our two sites (Markham and Uxbridge) and Reactivation Care Centre (RCC), we provide high quality, patient-centred care to more than 435,000 patients each year. We offer diagnostic and emergency services and deliver clinical programs in acute care medicine and surgery, addictions and mental health, and childbirth and children’s services. We are also proud to be part of the Eastern York Region North Durham Ontario Health Team (OHT).Our 526 physicians, 28 midwives, 2,400 staff and 1,000 volunteers serve patients and families with an honoured to care mindset and are focused on delivering an extraordinary patient experience to the residents of Markham, Whitchurch-Stouffville, Uxbridge and beyond.. We are dedicated to providing access to the right care, at the right time, in the right place by the right people and at the right cost. Are you ready to join usWhat we need:As the Patient Support Assistant, you will be a part of the health care team supporting the Childbirth Centre, Perinatal. You will work in an environment where the focus is on quality and family centered care with a strong emphasis on customer satisfaction.Responsibilities Include:Assistance with close observation of patient needs; including monitoring patient comfort levelAssistance with basic patient care as directed by the Nurse (i.e. bathing, nutrition, positioning and ambulation)Moving patients and their belongings as requiredGetting supplies, refreshments, linen for patients as needed or requestedAnswering call bells as appropriateMaintaining supplies and linenSetting-up and moving equipment when necessaryRestocking patient roomsCommunication of safety issues and equipment/supply needs to manager or operational support nurseWork Schedule:The successful candidate will work part time day shifts (0730-1530) during the week and alternating weekends, approximately 3 shifts per week (including weekends). They will also provide support to the colposcopy clinic Mondays and Thursdays (0900-1700). Please note schedule may change due to operational needs.Compensation:BAND CU01A: $22.30 - $24.69 per hourWhat you bring to MSH:Completion of a recognized personal support worker certificate or health care aide program from a community college or equivalent education requiredCurrent BCLS certificationPrevious experience as a Patient Support Assistant in a Childbirth unit requiredEffective written/oral communication and interpersonal skillsDemonstrated good attendance record with the ability to maintain this same standardDemonstrates a commitment to a healthy and safe workplace for self and others (staff, patients, families, etc.) by taking all reasonable precautions and working in compliance with hospital related policies, health and safety legislation and best practices and completing relevant mandatory education as requiredDemonstrated good attendance and performance records with the ability to maintain these same standardsDemonstrates a commitment to a healthy and safe workplace for self and others (staff, patients, families, etc.) by taking all reasonable precautions and working in compliance with hospital related policies, health and safety legislation and best practices and completing relevant mandatory education as requiredMarkham Stouffville Hospital takes pride in serving some of Canada’s most diverse communities. We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nation of origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital or family status, belief system, or other factors related to one’s personal identity and/or values. Furthermore, Markham Stouffville Hospital is committed to meeting the needs of all individuals in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Should you require accommodations during the recruitment and selection process, please contact Human Resources.Required SkillsRequired Experience