Posted 11 days ago
Health Care Aide
@ Alberta Health Services
Ponoka, Alberta
Overview
Alberta Health Services is hiring a part-time Health Care Aide for its Ponoka Hospital and Care Centre, working on a goal-oriented active living unit and supporting acute care and ER as needed. The role supports patients' daily living under a regulated health professional, with rotating days, nights and weekends at 0.67 FTE on a temporary contract from 26 November 2026 to 1 June 2027. Pay is $26.43 to $29.58 per hour, with the uncertified rate applying until proof of certification is provided.
Responsibilities:
- Provide personal care and daily living support to patients
- Assist nurses with routine care and safety needs
- Facilitate organized activities and programs
- Observe and report on patient mood, health and wellbeing
- Move between units as priorities change
Requirements summary:
- Active or eligible CLHA registration as a Health Care Aide
- Proof of HCA education or certificate within 18 months of hire
- Previous health care experience valued but not required
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-04
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-05
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-12
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Allied health |
| Hours per week | 26.25 |
| Schedule | day, weekends, overnight |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Hospital or clinic, Care home |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer low |
| Licences & certifications | Health Care Aide registration (CLHA) |
| Encouraged to apply | Indigenous peoples |
| Education | Trade certificate (required) |
| Fields of study | Health Care Aide |
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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, 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.
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- 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 | 2,119 |
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Your Opportunity:
Ponoka Hospital and Care Centre has an opportunity for a Health Care Aide (HCA) to join our team. As an HCA at our rural hospital you will work on our Goal (Goal Oriented active living unit) and provide support to acute care and ER as needed. You will be a vital part of our collaborative health care team. Previous experience will be valuable in transitioning to your role, however you will be provided with mentorship and education opportunities to increase competence and confidence in your role. You will be expected to provide safe and competent care to our patients in a collaborative, family centered care approach. As a member of our team you will be flexible in what area of the hospital you work in as priorities will change rapidly between each unit. Ponoka, which means Elk in Blackfoot serves a large First Nations community. Our town is located along Highway 2 in the Battle River Valley within an hour drive to major cities. Our community provides a great opportunity for families, adventurists, and people wanting a rural life.
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: Unit 1, Unit 2
- Primary Location: Ponoka Hospital and Care Centr
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: Not Applicable
- FTE: 0.67
- Posting End Date: 16-NOV-2026
- Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
- Date Available: 26-NOV-2026
- Temporary End Date: 01-JUN-2027
- Hours per Shift: 11.25
- Length of Shift in weeks: 12
- Shifts per cycle: 27
- Shift Pattern: Days, Nights, Weekends
- Days Off: As Per Rotation
- 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:As required.
Preferred Qualifications:As required.
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