Position Overview Experience
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Previous patient care experience preferred.
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Minimum grade 10 education, Manitoba standards, required.
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Successful completion of a recognized Health Care Aide course required.
Qualifications and Skills
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Information and/or training will be provided within the probation period for the following:
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Personal Health Information Act (PHIA), Workplace Hazardous Material Information System (WHMIS) and Principles of Routine Practices (Universal Precautions).
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Regional, site and unit policies and procedures.
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Roles and responsibilities of members of the health care team.
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Excellent command of the English language (both oral and written).
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Preference will be given to those applicants competent in an Indigenous language and/or knowledge in Indigenous customs, traditions and values.
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General skills and ability to perform all tasks and responsibilities relevant to the duties of the position.
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Ability to organize and prioritize assigned workload.
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Ability to recognize and pursue self-development opportunities.
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Effective verbal and written communication skills.
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Ability to respond to a variety of simultaneous demands.
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Ability to perform as a team member and seek assistance as necessary.
Physical Requirements
- Position involves extensive physical activity such as lifting, transferring and transporting patients and equipment.
Winnipeg Regional Health Authority
