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Personal Support Worker

London Health Sciences Centre
London, Ontario Full Time
POSTED ON 3/1/2024 CLOSED ON 5/1/2024

Job Posting for Personal Support Worker at London Health Sciences Centre

Job Summary

We’re Hiring Personal Support Workers (PSW)!

At London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC), which consists of Victoria Hospital, University Hospital, and the Children’s Hospital, nothing is more important to us than our team of dedicated employees. LHSC focuses on creating and maintaining a workplace of choice, where our people are recognized and valued.
We’re currently searching for dedicated, qualified Personal Support Workers to join our dynamic Personal Support Worker Resource team. The Personal Support Worker, or PSW, is a caregiver who works under the direction of a supervisor (e.g. Registered Nurse or Registered Practical Nurse). All Personal Support Workers hired into London Health Sciences Centre are hired on the Personal Support Worker Resource Team which supports both University and Victoria Hospital.
Open: February 29, 2024


Deadline: March 6, 2024

Rate of Pay: $27.17- $29.10 per hour

This position is covered by a collective agreement.

Qualifications

  • Proof of successful completion of a PSW certificate from a recognized PSW program OR an Internationnally Educated Nurse (IEN)
  • Proof of Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers BLS-HCP(C)
  • Recent, related experience working as a PSW is an asset
  • Ability to read, write, comprehend and communicate effectively in English
  • Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position
  • Excellent communication abilities and interpersonal skills to interact positively and effectively with patients, staff and the general public
  • Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple and changing tasks that require attention to detail
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of a team
  • Commitment to patient/family centred care with a service oriented attitude
  • Basic computer and keyboarding skills: Windows Environment, Internet, and GroupWise
  • Ability to problem solve and demonstrate initiative within appropriate scope of practice
  • Knowledge of patient requirements with respect to prescribed diets/menus
  • Demonstrated knowledge of protocol to escalate concerns
  • Must be self directed and show initiative
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to patient and staff safety at LHSC
  • Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis

Who you are

  • You are a dedicated Personal Support Workers (PSW) who strives to promote well-being and independence to the patients and families you support
  • You thrive in a fast paced and ever changing environment
  • You like to meet new people and build lasting relationships amongst an interdisciplinary team
Availability
  • Regular Part Time position, no guarantee of hours
  • It is a requirement of this role to be available 24 hours a day 7 days a week
  • You can be pre-scheduled up to 75 hours bi-weekly at the discretion of the Hospital

Immunization Requirements:

  • Provide vaccination records or proof of immunity against measles, mumps, rubella and varicella (chicken pox), Hepatitis B, Tetanus/ Diphtheria/Polio; Meningitis.

  • Provide documentation of the Tuberculosis skin testing (two step) and COVID vaccine series.

  • For more information visit https://www.lhsc.on.ca/careers/health-review-requirements


Other Information

There are so many great reasons to join London Health Sciences Centre. We know that once you get to know us better, you'll want to add your own reasons to the list!
Community Involvement & Rewarding Work
Career Development & Mobility
Employee Wellness Initiatives
Total Compensation & Rewards
Learning & Teaching Opportunities
London Health Sciences Centre fosters a culture of patient and staff safety whereby all employees are guided by LHSC's Mission, Vision, Values and Code of Conduct.

We are committed to providing a safe, healthy and inclusive work environment that inspires respect. LHSC is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from equity-denied groups including Indigenous people, racialized people, women, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA persons. LHSC is also committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive recruitment process. Upon individual request, we will endeavor to remove any barrier to the hiring process to reasonably accommodate candidates, including those with disabilities, while maintaining a fair, consistent and equitable recruitment approach. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview or selection processes, please contact Recruitment Services at 519-685-8500, extension #34321 or recruitment@lhsc.on.ca . As part of the selection process applicants may be required to complete an examination or test. Please be advised that a reference check may be conducted as part of the selection process.

Your interest in this opportunity is appreciated. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful candidates, as a condition of job offer, would be required to provide a satisfactory police information check (original document) completed in the last 6 months.


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