Full-Time Patient service worker in Edmonton
Job Description
“Service Worker II
Requisition #: 362856
Available Positions: 3
Union: AUPE GSS
Title Service Worker II
Department: UA-Central Supply Room-EDM
Posting Open Date: 2015-10-09
Posting Close Date: 2015-10-16
Location: U of A Hospital – At
City: Edmonton
Employee Class: Casual
FTE: 0
Date Available: 2015-11-02
Temporary End Date:
Hours Per Shift:
Length of Shift Cycle:
Shift Per Cycle:
Shift: Days, Evenings, Weekends
Days Off: As Per Rotation
Rates of Pay: Minimum: 19.45 per hour Maximum: 21.21 per hour
Vehicle Required: No
Category: Housekeeping/Laundry/Support
Job Summary:
Under the supervision of the Working Leader, the incumbent will distribute sterile products and patient equipment to nursing units. The incumbent will be responsible for delivering case carts to the operating rooms, and the transportation of soiled equipment and case carts to the Medical Device Reprocessing Department for decontamination and reprocessing. The incumbent will also be responsible for daily and weekly departmental cleaning of reprocessing equipment and areas as required. This position entails extensive walking, pushing and pulling of heavy carts.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma from a recognized institution is required. (Internal applicants with out a High School Diploma will be considered). Experience in a hospital setting is preferred. Knowledge of handling sterile supplies and infection control practices would be an asset. Ability to work independently set priorities, show good judgment and cooperation in daily work assignments. Must demonstrate the ability to effectively communicate with co-workers and other staff, be conscientious, reliable and able to work well a team. Must be able to read, write, speak and comprehend English well.
AHS values the diversity of the people and communities we serve and is committed to attracting, engaging and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce.
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How to Apply
ALBERTA HEALTH SERVICESWe encourage all candidates who have the right mix of skills, abilities and a passion for excellence to apply. We thank all those who apply but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.