Full-Time Personal support worker in Scarborough
Job Description
“About Us
Situated in one of the most diverse communities in Canada, The Scarborough Hospital (TSH) delivers high-quality, compassionate, patient-focused care at two hospital campuses and five satellite sites. TSH is a centre of excellence in paediatrics, orthopaedic surgery, mental health, and cancer care; is renowned for advanced maternal and neonatal care; and is home to regional programs including nephrology, vascular surgery, and vision care. TSH is affiliated with the University of Toronto (U of T), and is a partner with U of T on the first-in-Canada Centre for Integrative Medicine. We are nationally recognized and award-winning for our leadership in promoting diversity, inclusion, and a healthy workplace. TSH supports its workforce with educational incentives, on-site training, recognition awards, an Employee and Family Assistance program, and competitive salaries and benefits. Job Description
Position Summary:
The Team Attendant is a member of the program team and is assigned to work with members of the care delivery team to provide support to patients and patient care staff. The Team Attendant is responsible for contributing to patient flow in the assigned departments by carrying out portering duties, stocking and maintaining supplies and equipment, assisting regulated staff and performing various housekeeping duties.
Required Qualifications:
High school Diploma
Personal Support Worker Certificate from a regulated and publicly funded educational institute and recognized by TSH
Demonstrates excellent English reading, writing, speaking and comprehension skills
Physical capabilities to perform duties as outlined in the physical demands
Proven ability to perform in a dynamic, fast paced and constantly changing environment
Demonstrates the ability to establish and maintain patience, compassion and a courteous manner in relationships with patients, families and co-workers
Demonstrated good customer service and organizational skills
Proven ability to accept direction and guidance
Demonstrates values consistent with TSH’s Code of Conduct and is committed to fostering a healthy and positive work environment in accordance with Health & Safety policy and legislation.
Utilize protective equipment provided and identify and reports hazards
Engages in ethical conduct and strives to understand and appreciate the diversity of our patient/staff population and community
Excellent work performance and attendance record
Preferred Qualifications:
Previous/current team attendant experience
TSH offers a culture that fosters Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence (ICARE). We embrace and celebrate our community’s unique multicultural heritage and diversity. TSH is committed to providing accessible employment practices, in compliance with the AODA. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process, applicants are asked to make their needs/requirements known.”
How to Apply
THE SCARBOROUGH HOSPITALWe 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.