Overview
Service Worker I – Environmental Services Jobs in Edmonton at Alberta Health Services
Your Opportunity:
Reporting to the Supervisor of Environmental Services, the Service Worker I position is responsible for the cleaning & disinfection of equipment, wheelchairs and patient care areas, re-stocking of supplies, transporting of patients, specimens and supplies and equipment, in compliance with AHS and department policies, procedures and standards; as well as assisting Nursing staff as required. Physical requirements of this position include repetitive bending, kneeling, walking and standing for extended periods of time, lifting, pushing or pulling heavy and bulky items. Environmental Services is a patient and customer-service focused department consisting of approximately 6000 employees provincially. Environmental Services is responsible for the 24 hour/7 days per week maintenance of Alberta Health Services hospital’s environmental cleaning and waste stream management functions.
Description:
As a Service Worker I, you will be responsible for transporting patients (clients/residents) and equipment to and from different patient care areas within a hospital site. You will distribute and replenish hospital supplies throughout the units and clean equipment and patient care areas as directed. You may also transport lab specimens, blood and blood products, and patient charts. You will report any concerns regarding supplies and safety issues to Unit Managers and perform other duties as required.
Classification: Service Worker I
Union: AUPE GSS
Unit and Program: Linen and Environmental Services
Primary Location: Leduc Community Hospital
Location Details: As Per Location
Multi-Site: Not Applicable
FTE: 0.00
Posting End Date: 03-APR-2024
Employee Class: Casual/Relief
Date Available: 13-APR-2024
Hours per Shift: Varies
Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
Shifts per cycle: Varies
Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends, On Call
Days Off: Other
Minimum Salary: $20.44
Maximum Salary: $22.31
Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Required Qualifications:
Grade 12 or equivalent.
Additional Required Qualifications:
A High School Diploma is required. A minimum of one year of previous experience in a healthcare environment and current CPR are required. Previous knowledge and application of WHMIS preferred. The ability to organize tasks with minimal supervision and to adapt to frequent interruptions in work activities; and the ability to work independently and assess work priorities is also required. Basic knowledge of computer programs, such as email, is required. The incumbent must possess excellent interpersonal and public relations skills, as well as be able to demonstrate the ability to read, write, speak, understand and follow written and oral directions in English. This position requires the ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team and display tact, courtesy and discretion at all times. All new employees will be required to attend a 4-day Environmental Services Orientation and a 1- day AHS Orientation. Two professional references are required upon interview.
Preferred Qualifications:
Preference will be given to internal AHS applicants.
Title: Service Worker I – Environmental Services
Company: Alberta Health Services
Location: Edmonton
