Posted 11 days ago
Health Care Aide
@ Alberta Health Services
Calgary, Alberta
Overview
Alberta Health Services is hiring a casual Health Care Aide for PCU 73 Medicine at Rockyview General Hospital. The role provides personal assistance with daily living, hygiene, nutrition, mobility and safety under a regulated health professional. Shifts cover days, evenings, nights and weekends at $26.43 to $29.58 per hour, with uncertified pay until proof of HCA certification is provided.
Responsibilities:
- Provide personal care and daily living support to patients
- Assist nurses with routine care
- Observe and report on patient mood, health and wellbeing
- Support organized activities and programs
- Maintain a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors
Requirements summary:
- Active or eligible CLHA registration as a Health Care Aide
- Proof of HCA education or certificate within 18 months of hire
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding setting
- Respectful, collaborative team approach
- Preferred: 1 year palliative or acute inpatient medical care within 2 years
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-03
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-04
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-11
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Allied health |
| Schedule | day, evening, weekends, overnight |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Hospital or clinic |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer low |
| Licences & certifications | Health Care Aide registration (CLHA) |
| Education | Trade certificate (required) |
| Fields of study | Health Care Aide |
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Alberta Health Services
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Full company description
Alberta Health Services (AHS) is proud to be part of Canada’s first and largest provincewide, integrated health system, responsible for delivering health services to more than 4.5 million people living in Alberta, as well as occasionally to some residents of other provinces and territories Our skilled and dedicated professionals, support staff and physicians come from numerous disciplines, from all walks of life, and from all corners of the world. Our mission is to provide a patient-focused, quality health system that is accessible and sustainable for all Albertans. Our five values – compassion, accountability, respect, excellence and safety – are at the heart of everything that we do.
- LinkedIn followers
- 221,476
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 46,271
- Reported office locations
- 10030 – 107 Street NW, Edmonton, Alberta T5J 3E4, CA
- 1620 29 St NW, Calgary, AB T2N 4L7, CA
- Other recorded names
- Alberta Health Services
- Specialties
- Health Support and Services
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Alberta Health Services (AHS) is proud to be part of Canada’s first and largest provincewide, integrated health system, responsible for delivering health services to more than 4.5 million people living in Alberta, as well as occasionally to some residents of other provinces and territories Our skilled and dedicated professionals, support staff and physicians come from numerous disciplines, from all walks of life…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Hospitals and Health Care |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Edmonton, Alberta |
| Organization type | Nonprofit |
| Year founded | 2008 |
| Specialties | Health Support and Services |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 2,312 |
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Your Opportunity:
Description:
As a Health Care Aide (HCA), you will work as a collaborative member of the multidisciplinary team, providing personal assistance by supporting activities of daily living and delivering support services to patients (clients, residents) who require short term assistance or ongoing support, in accordance with the patient care plan and facility policies and procedures. In this role, you will work closely with patients, families, and caregivers across the continuum of care in home, community, and health care facilities. You will assist nurses with the provision of routine care to meet patients' hygiene, nutrition, mobility, recreation, and safety needs; assist with organized activities or programs; and observe and report on patients' mood, health, and wellbeing. Working under the supervision of a regulated health professional, you will assist in maintaining a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors, while supporting effective communication with patients and health care professionals. PLEASE NOTE: Until a new hire provides proof of HCA certification, they will be paid at the uncertified pay grade in accordance with the AUPE AUX Collective Agreement.
- Classification: Health Care Aide
- Union: AUPE AUX
- Unit and Program: PCU 73 Medicine
- Primary Location: Rockyview General Hospital
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: Not Applicable
- FTE: 0.00
- Posting End Date: 13-NOV-2026
- Employee Class: Casual/Relief
- Date Available: 23-NOV-2026
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
- Shifts per cycle: Varies
- Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends
- Days Off: Other
- Minimum Salary: $26.43
- Maximum Salary: $29.58
- Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Active or eligible for registration or practice permit with the College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta (CLHA) as a Health Care Aide, along with proof of education or completion of Health Care Aide Certificate within 18 months of hire.
Additional Required Qualifications:Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment, including frequent walking, bending, lifting, and standing. Proven capacity to maintain respectful, collaborative working relationships and contribute effectively as a team member.
Preferred Qualifications:Minimum 1-year palliative, acute care experience on an inpatient medical unit within the last 2 years.
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