Health Care Aide (HCA) – Temporary & Contract

Health Care Aide (HCA) – Temporary & Contract

Assignment locations: Southern Alberta — including Lethbridge, Taber, Pincher Creek, Raymond, Magrath, Cardston and Medicine Hat

Pay: $21.00/hour

Employment: Temporary / Contract / Casual

Shifts: Days, evenings and nights depending on assignment

About the Opportunity

HealthOPM is recruiting Calgary-area Health Care Aides (HCAs) who are interested in travelling for temporary, casual and contract assignments at Good Samaritan care facilities across Southern Alberta. Assignments may be in rural communities outside Calgary; candidates should consider the travel involved before applying.

Assignments may range from short-term shift coverage to extended contracts. Some assignments may include accommodation or mileage assistance, subject to the specific site, assignment and approval. Future opportunities are not guaranteed.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with bathing, dressing, toileting, grooming, mobility and other activities of daily living.
• Support resident comfort, dignity and safety while following individualized care plans.
• Observe and report changes in residents' conditions to the nursing team.
• Follow infection prevention, safe lifting, documentation and facility procedures.
• Collaborate with nurses and other members of the care team.
• Recognized Health Care Aide training and current eligibility to practise/work as an HCA in Alberta, including applicable registration requirements.
• Experience in long-term care, continuing care, assisted living or seniors' care preferred.
• Current CPR/First Aid and ability to complete required vulnerable-sector/background, reference and health-document screening before placement.
• Availability for temporary assignments and the shifts accepted.
• Ability to travel to the actual assignment site when required.
• Previous Good Samaritan experience is an asset.

Requirements

• Recognized Health Care Aide training and current eligibility to practise/work as an HCA in Alberta, including applicable registration requirements.
• Experience in long-term care, continuing care, assisted living or seniors' care preferred.
• Current CPR/First Aid and ability to complete required vulnerable-sector/background, reference and health-document screening before placement.
• Availability for temporary assignments and the shifts accepted.
• Ability to travel to the actual assignment site when required.
• Previous Good Samaritan experience is an asset.

Travel & Accommodation

Some rural or regional assignments may offer approved mileage or accommodation support. Availability and terms vary by assignment and will be confirmed before acceptance.

About HealthOPM

HealthOPM is a Canadian healthcare staffing and recruitment organization connecting qualified healthcare professionals with temporary, contract and permanent workforce opportunities.

To apply, submit your resume and indicate your current city, preferred assignment locations, shift availability, earliest start date, willingness to travel and any previous Good Samaritan experience.