Careers

Description

ROLE

The Clinical Extern is an integral member of the healthcare team working in the capacity of an unregulated care provider. As a Clinical Extern, you will have the opportunity to develop your clinical knowledge and skills while providing direct and indirect patient care in a mentored and supportive team environment. You will be part of the interprofessional healthcare team, supporting high quality care for patients and families, while demonstrating a commitment to excellence in supporting the patient and family experience.

You will be coordinated centrally but dedicated to specific units to support a consistent work environment and promote integration into the clinical team.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• To assist registered staff with patient care.  
• Report any issues, concerns, patient changes in a timely fashion to the RN, or in the absence of a RN, to the RPN.
• Assist patients with repositioning, ambulating and transferring after receiving appropriate education by Rehab. Staff and/or Nurses and as per hospital policy
• Be familiar with and able to operate safely the various assistive devices, such as bath chairs, specialized mattresses, and mechanical lifts as per hospital policy.
• Assist with dietary needs of patients; assist with feeding, retrieving of meal trays, recording intake accurately.
• Be aware of and practice Isolation procedures.
• Provide measures to ensure skin integrity and reduce pressure injuries.
• Assist with comfort measures and patient safety by ensuring the environment is clean and tidy and free of hazards.
• Demonstrate excellent problem‐solving, decision making and critical thinking skills  
• Demonstrate excellent organizational and time‐management skills
• Update white boards  
• Request assistance with assigned duties whenever in need
• Participate as a team member
• Maintain dignity and self‐esteem of patients and families in delivery of care
• Practice patient privacy and confidentiality
• Practice behaviours consistent with the mission, vision and values of their Employer

REQUIRED EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION(s)

• BLS Certification
• Currently enrolled in one of the following programs: 
  • Nursing students between second and fourth year of a College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) approved Baccalaureate Nursing (BScN or BN) program, or in their final year of a Practical Nursing (PN) program.
  • Occupational Therapy Students
  • Physiotherapy Students

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Physical and emotional health suitable for demands of patient care
• Able to work as a team member
• Have excellent interpersonal communication skills
• Able to organize tasks within time allotted
• Able to work efficiently, effectively and safely in a controlled environment
• Aware of and acknowledge limitations within the role
• Knowledgeable of the policies and procedures directly associated with role
• Maintain confidentiality

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit your application through mahc.ca under Career Opportunities by uploading your resume and cover letter as either a PDF or Word document(s). Applications must be received by the closing date listed above.

WHY IS MAHC RIGHT FOR YOU?

Imagine working in a place you love to visit on vacation! A career with MAHC lets you do just that. We are located in one of the top international tourist destinations in Canada; positioned just two (2) hours north of Toronto in beautiful cottage country surrounded by vibrant natural beauty, pristine lakes, majestic forests and rocky shorelines.

Our communities are small in size but big in excitement; there are always local fundraisers, farmers markets, live events, pubs and locally owned stores to shop in. There are a variety of seasonal, year-round activities to keep you busy and fully embraced in the lifestyle that Muskoka has to offer from hiking, fishing, snowshoeing, downhill skiing, heading to Algonquin Park or Arrowhead Park for the day, running and cycling clubs, camping, sitting on a warm sunny patio downtown, or simply relaxing by the lake with your friends. Life here is good!

ADDITIONAL PERKS AT MAHC

• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
  • MAHC offers one of the most robust hospital funded programs in Healthcare
  • Enrolment in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
  • Collaborative and supportive team environment
• Staff referral program (Earn up to $1000 for each successful new hire you refer to MAHC)

LET US HELP YOU MAKE YOUR MOVE!

Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare has launched the Housing for Healthcare initiative to help MAHC team members (both new recruits and existing staff) connect with housing options in our communities.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Union: SEIU

Compensation: $21.61 - $23.81 an hour

Location: We have openings in both our South Muskoka Memorial Hospital (SMMH) located in Bracebridge and Huntsville District Memorial Hospital (HDMH) located in Huntsville.

Hours of Work: Must be available to work shifts including days, evenings, nights and weekends. Shifts and hours may change according to departmental requirements and as per the SEIU collective agreement.

As a condition of employment, external hires are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination to the Hospital’s Occupational Health and Safety department.

Our organization supports equal opportunity employment.  We are committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier free. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code. Applicants need to make any accommodation requests for the interview or selection process known in advance by contacting the Human Resources Department. Human Resources will work together with the hiring committee to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation for the selection process which will enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity, but please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Selection will be based on the skill, ability, experience and qualifications. The Hospital reserves the right to conduct a formal interview or other applicable testing where required.