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In addition to a competitive rate of pay, AHS currently has a Remote Retention Allowance in place to an annual maximum of $3,000. This allowance is non-pensionable and is payable on an hourly basis for all hours paid at the basic rate of pay.

Description:

As an Environmental II, you will be responsible for a variety of tasks associated with intensive or specialized cleaning within a hospital or facility associated with industrial cleaning supplies and by using powered industrial equipment. Your typical duties may include operating industrial cleaning equipment for floor maintenance, thorough washing of ceilings and windows and emptying hazardous waste. You may also provide training/orientation to Environmental staff.

AHS provides alternative job opportunities for those International Medical Graduates (IMGs) who are not able to obtain independent licensure on their own and/or are unable to obtain a residency position. Clinical Assistants are important members of the collaborative care team at Alberta Health Services (AHS); functioning as mid-level providers under the supervision and direction of physician supervisor(s) to provide acute care coverage within our hospitals. Making a difference in the lives of our patients and their families. Clinical Assistants are registered for supervised practice with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta (CPSA) under the Limited Practice Registry and provide clinical support under the direction of AHS Medical Staff. In this position you will deliver care to patients at the Foothills Medical Centre and new Cancer Centre within a multidisciplinary team in Hematology.

Description:

You will be working alongside physicians, nurses, pharmacists and allied health. Job duties often include examination of the patient, documenting the history, conducting a complete physical examination, interpreting test results, developing a treatment plan in consultation with the attending/supervising physician, writing appropriate orders, and entering these orders into the patient care electronic or manual system. Appropriate supervision and support is provided and will begin with a formal orientation and assessment. Only those demonstrating the strongest qualifications will be contacted for an interview.

Hours of Operation: Monday to Friday 8am MST to 5pm MST
Location: TELUS Health Care Centre 906 16 Ave SW Suite 301, Calgary, AB T2R 0T3

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language

Education: Candidates should have a degree in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, or optometry
Experience: Candidates should have experience of 2 years to less than 3 years

Physical Requirements:

• The candidates should be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, possess a strong attention to detail, and be prepared for repetitive tasks

Other Requirements:

• The candidates should have a strong client focus and possess efficient interpersonal skills
• The candidates should be highly organized and known for their reliability

Candidate Status:

• Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary foreign workers of Canada are eligible for this position
• International Candidates who don’t have a valid Canadian work permit also can apply

Responsibilities:

• The candidates should be able to examine patients and take their histories, order laboratory tests, X-rays, and other diagnostic procedures, and consult with other medical practitioners to evaluate patients’ physical and mental health
• The candidates should be able to prescribe and administer medications and treatments, inoculate and vaccinate patients, and advise patients on healthcare
• The candidates should be able to report births, deaths, contagious and other diseases to government authorities, communicate health promotion, disease, illness, and accident prevention to patients, and perform a patient advocacy role
• The candidates should be able to coordinate or manage primary patient care, provide acute care management, and provide counseling and support to patients and their families on a wide range of health and lifestyle issues

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume) through the below-mentioned details

By email
[email protected]

The Health and Safety officer is responsible for establishing and promoting a safe, accident-free, and healthy work environment across multiple facilities. This individual is accountable for continually striving to work toward the minimization of on-the-job injuries, material handling equipment accidents, dangerous goods incidents and associated safety related costs and achieving the planned safety targets.

How You’ll Help

• Investigate Health and safety concerns/incidents to help terminal/maintenance teams determine the root cause and the corrective actions. 
• Communicate with terminal/maintenance teams and joint health & safety committees concerning internal health and safety audits. Assist in creating action items and follow up to confirm resolutions.
• Inspect the workplace for potential hazards, identify potential hazards, assess the risks and report potential hazards.
• Grow the safety culture and drive the Day & Ross Key Elements of Safety Program (KES): key areas include; lockout tag out, slip trip and falls, job hazard analysis, WHMIS, TDG, management involvement and support, employee involvement, Failure analysis and feedback.
• Complete KES audits, and Mini Audits across multiple terminals.
• Work with Province of Alberta to maintain COR certification to qualify for Provincial Rebate. 
• Develop safe work practices in accordance with legislated regulations.
• Develop and review safety policies and procedures in accordance with legislated regulations. 
• Provide assistance to managers/supervisors to ensure there is documented training, and all employees are aware of and understand workplace hazards and safety practices.
• Work to assist the terminal/maintenance teams in providing safety training.
• Create internal Day & Ross safety training in accordance with legislated regulations. 
• Assist Federal Labor Officers with investigation/inspections and maintain good relations.
• Enable and assist terminal/maintenance teams to complete the Day & Ross safety orientation of all new employees.
• Assist terminal/maintenance teams to have agency staff receive safety orientation, and verify and document their training. 
• Use the Day & Ross risk assessment process to evaluate high-risk activities within our terminals.
• Provide guidance on Dangerous Goods spills within the terminals.
• Provide assistance and guidance to the Joint Health & Safety Committees.
• Work with terminal/maintenance teams to establish goals based on incident trends to reduce/eliminate recordable and first aid incidents.
• Create key lessons learned to assist the terminal/maintenance teams communicate the corrective actions identified to reduce/eliminate recordable incidents.
• Maintain and update emergency response plans and procedures. Work with Procurement Department and Project Lead for on-site renovation/building projects to assist with contractor orientation, and job hazard analysis.
• Other related duties as required.

Your Skills & Experience: 

• Minimum of secondary education, with preference of post-secondary education.
• Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) Designation Preferred.
• A suitable combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Previous Transportation or operational experience is preferred, various roles within transportation would be beneficial.
• Minimum three (3) years of health and safety experience.
• Advanced effective written and communications skills.
• Computer skills - accuracy, MS products, AS400, web based programs.
• Knowledge related to legal / safe operation of commercial equipment as to local laws and federal compliance standards.
• Demonstrated customer relationship skills.
• Knowledge of Transportation of Dangerous Goods Regulations.
• Analytical and problem solving skills, Strong conflict resolution skills with the ability to implement proactive solutions to support operational demands and efficiencies. 
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Able to work deadlines in high transactional environment.
• Presentation skills, and working knowledge of adult learning principles.
• Ability to champion business needs in a collaborative manner to colleagues.
• Strong sense of urgency and ability to respond to demands in a calm manner.
• Exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills to manage demands and resolve issues with drivers, co-workers, etc.
• Ability to work independently; a self-starter
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule.
• Results focused

 
If you’re chosen for the role, you’ll be asked to provide reference and criminal background checks before employment. You’ll only be contacted if you’re selected for an interview.