Registered Practical Nurse - Clinical Aide

JOB POSTING

Position Title: Registered Practical Nurse - Clinical Aide

Type: 0.6 FTE, Part - time, Permanent

Pay Band: $27.76 to $32.66 per hour

Reporting to: Manager, Primary Health Care

Department: Primary Health & Regional Programs

Benefits: Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) and benefit package

Deadline: Friday, April 4th, 2025, at 5 pm EST

ABOUT US

We are Somerset West Community Health Centre (SWCHC), a non-profit, community-governed organization that serves over 18,000 clients annually. Established in 1978, SWCHC provides a wide range of health care services such as primary health care, health promotion, community development, mental health and harm reduction. We are deeply connected to the communities we serve and committed to removing barriers to accessing services for people who are vulnerable because of their age, income, ability, sexual orientation or gender identity, and language or culture.

SWCHC strives to ensure that our team reflects the communities we serve. We work within an anti-racist, anti-oppressive framework that acknowledges the existence and impacts of systemic racism, and seeks to ensure that systems are fair and equitable for everyone.

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the Manager, the Clinical Aide is responsible for assisting Primary Health Care staff with duties that include ordering and maintaining medical and laboratory supplies, medication samples, medical equipment; and stocking all exam and procedure rooms. The Clinical Aide checks all sources for medical supplies, ensuring cost-effective purchasing and establishes working relationships with local representatives. With knowledge of infection prevention and control, the Clinical Aide conducts reprocessing of medical instruments, leads mask fit testing and assists the Manager of Primary Health Care with monitoring of infection prevention and control best practice guidelines.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Registered Practical Nurse, current CNO license
• Added skill diploma from a recognized program i.e. Algonquin College Level I and II
• Valid driver's license and use of own vehicle

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Two - three years of nursing experience
• Knowledge of infection prevention & control (IPAC) practices, certification(s) in reprocessing or IPAC an asset
• Excellent communication skills
• Able to work effectively in an inter-professional environment
• Organized and detail-orientated
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Proficient use of computers and various software applications
• Comfortable working in a busy environment with multiple demands

Linguistic profile

· English required

· French or other languages an asset

If interested, please submit a cover letter and resume by Friday, April 4th at 5 pm EST

SWCHC is committed to anti-racist and anti-oppressive practice and adheres to the tenets of the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We encourage applications from women, Aboriginal peoples and persons of all races, ethnic origins, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions.

If at any stage in the selection process you require special accommodation, please let us know the nature of the required accommodation.

Somerset West Community Health Centre is an equal opportunity employer who values the diversity of individuals in our programs and services.

Due to the high volume of applicants, we can neither confirm receipt of nor respond to inquiries regarding your application. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.