Personal Support Worker PSW
Personal Support Worker PSW
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About S.R.T. MedStaff
S.R.T. MedStaff has been a trusted leader in the healthcare community since 1981 hiring client service coordinators personal support workers registered nurses registered practical nurses and supervisors. Come work for an agency that truly values and supports its staff!
Why Join S.R.T. MedStaff
S.R.T. MedStaffprovides diverse opportunities and strong career path development in a variety of professional streams along with excellent salary and benefits such as:
- High pay rates
- Travel allowance
- RNAO Best Practice Spotlight Organization
- Accredited by Accreditation Canada with Exemplary Status
- Flexible scheduling
- Fulltime and parttime hours
- Comprehensive benefits package
- RSP matching program
- Perkopolis member
- Employee Perks
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Choice of daily instant pay or weekly direct deposit pay
- Staff appreciation events
- Paid continuing education sessions and inservices
Job Summary:
Reporting to the Client Services Supervisor the PSW is expected to deliver highquality of care and service that will support patients to live comfortably and safely in their home environment.The services provided will be outlined in the written plan of care prepared by the primary health care professional.S.R.T. MedStaff is currently recruiting for Personal Support Workers (PSWs) inEtobicoke.
Responsibilities:
- Assist patients with activities of daily living including meal preparation shopping light housekeeping laundry and respite
- Assess the environment for safety during each patient visit
- Treat patients with compassion and respect
- Use judgment in carrying out instructions and recognize the need to seek supervisory assistance
- Report/communicate observations or concerns to the appropriate individual(s) as necessary
- Keep all patient information confidential
- Work as a team with other healthcare professionals and service providers
Qualifications:
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Proficient verbal and written English communication skills
- Successful completion of a Ministry of Educationapproved PSW Training Program or equivalent credentialis required
- The ability to speak a second language is considered an asset
- Ability to travel between assignments either by transit or car
- Experience working as a Community PSW is considered an asset
- Negative T.B. skin test or chest xray
- Current CPR (BCLS) and First Aid Certificate
- Meet health surveillance requirements of the Public Hospitals Act
- VSS within the past year of hire confirming absence of a criminal history/record.
We thank you for applying to S.R.T. MedStaff. We will review all applications. Only those applicants selected for further discussion will be contacted.S.R.T. MedStaff is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse work environment and meeting the needs of persons with disabilities. If you require any accommodation in the application process please let us know in advance.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
