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Position: Clinical ExternStatus: Temporary Part-TimeSite: Available to work across all THP sites (Mississauga Hospital, Credit Valley Hospital, Queensway Health Centre)Role Level: CUPE ST 70 - $20.828Trillium Health Partners (THP) is one of the largest community-based acute care facilities in Canada. Comprised of the Credit Valley Hospital, the Mississauga Hospital and the Queensway Health Centre, Trillium Health Partners serves the growing and diverse populations of Mississauga, West Toronto and surrounding communities and is a teaching hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.Our Mission: A New Kind of Health Care for a Healthier CommunityWhen we set out to build our vision and future, we connected with our community - patients, families, visitors, physicians, staff and volunteers. The foundational goals of our new strategic plan - quality, access and sustainability - anchor everything we do. Our mission for a new kind of health care is built on an inter-connected system of care organized around patients - inside and outside the hospital.At THP, we are relentless in providing high quality, compassionate care to our communities and take great pride in fostering an inclusive and accessible environment and we are all accountable for contributing to a healthy, safe and respectful environment for healing and promoting excellence in patient care though advancing patient and staff safety. We are also deeply committed to helping staff grow in their nursing careers. If you are passionate about what you do, motivated to improve the health of the community, committed to excellence, quality and patient safety we would like you to join our Better Together team!Clinical Externs will be working in the capacity as an unregulated health care provider (UCP). They will work in collaboration with the healthcare team under the supervision of an appointed regulated healthcare professional. Clinical Externs will have varying levels of knowledge, skills and judgement, based on their education level and past experience. THP will provide an autonomous yet supervised environment for externs to develop their clinical skills, knowledge, and confidence as they transition into a registered role upon completion of their studies.Key QualificationsEnrolled in either of the fields of study listed below:Nursing ExternNursing students in any year of study in a College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) approved Baccalaureate Nursing (BScN or BN) program and Practical Nursing (PN) program.Internationally Educated Nurses (IENs)IENs who have initiated registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO), have received a CNO letter of direction and meet one of the following:

• are in any year of study in a CNO approved program, such as a BScN-IEN program, PN-IEN program, or
• are completing a micro-credential plan with a curriculum to meet the CNO requirements for registration (e.g. Standards of Practice for nursing, Entry-to Practice Competencies, Evidence of Safe Practice, Evidence of English Language Proficiency) or
• have completed their educational requirements (e.g. BScN-IEN/PN-IEN program or micro-credentialing) and are waiting to write their registration exam

Paramedic ExternParamedic students in second year of an approved Paramedic Program.Physiotherapy ExternPhysiotherapy students in any year of study of a training program accredited by Physiotherapy Education Accreditation Canada (PEAC).Occupational Therapy ExternOccupational therapy students in any year of study in a training program accredited by the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists (CAOT).Respiratory Therapy ExternRespiratory Therapy students in their second and third year of a training program accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Respiratory Therapy Education, which is administered by the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists.Undergraduate Medicine ExternUndergraduate medical students in their final year of a program of medical education leading to the MD degree that has been accredited by the Committee on Accreditation of Canadian Medical Schools (CACMS).Recent Medical GraduatesRecent graduates from a program of medical education leading to the MD degree that has been accredited by the Committee on Accreditation of Canadian Medical Schools (CACMS) and who are awaiting the start of an accredited residency program.In addition:

• Demonstrated evidence of excellent academic standing
• Evidence of successful learning experiences in recent clinical placements
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Responsible and accountable for the provision of patient care under the supervision of a regulated health professional (RHP) assigned to them in a manner consistent with organizational policies and professional standards, while taking into account the limitations placed on the position
• Works with the supervising RHP to ensure that the incumbent has the knowledge, skills and judgment needed to perform all actions/duties, such as assisting with ambulation, toileting, bathing, feeding and other care activities necessary in meeting the patient’s personal needs and comfort
• Requests assistance with assigned duties whenever needed and alerts team members when any change or concern about the patient’s condition is raised
• Reports to work on all shifts assigned, or ensures that the Manager is notified if absence prior to the start of the shift
• Maintains confidentiality in accordance with hospital policies and procedures
• Demonstrates good communication and interpersonal skills
• Satisfactory performance and attendance required

To ApplyTo apply for this amazing opportunity, please include a cover letter and resume.Please note that while THP will take preferences into consideration, all applicants must be willing to work on any unit across THP sites.Internal candidates who believe they possess the necessary qualifications and experience for this position and who have been in their current position for at least six (6) months are encouraged to apply.To pursue this career opportunity, please visit our website: www.trilliumhealthpartners.caTrillium Health Partners is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a healthy, safe and respectful environment for healing, based on our values compassion, excellence and courage. To be Better Together, we commit to fostering a respectful workplace culture that promotes a safe and supportive environment for everyone who provides care, supports caregiving, receives care or visits the hospital.In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code Trillium Health Partners will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities. 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 used to ensure your equal participation.All personal information is collected under the authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.Trillium Health Partners is identified under the French Language Services Act.We thank all those who apply but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.Quick Apply

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