Health Care Aide

Red Deer, AB
On-site
Posted Oct 16, 2026
1 position

$26–$30 / hour

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Employment type: Part-time
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Entry level

Job summary

Provide personal assistance and support with patients’ daily living needs, including hygiene, nutrition, mobility, recreation, and safety, in accordance with care plans and facility policies. Work with nurses and the wider care team, assist with activities, observe and report changes in patients’ mood and wellbeing, and help maintain a safe care environment.

Job details

Your Opportunity: The Red Deer ICU is a busy and dynamic unit caring for critically ill medical and surgical patients from the entire Central Zone. We are looking for health care aids to join our multidisciplinary team. Description: As a Health Care Aide (HCA), you will work as a collaborative member of the multidisciplinary team, providing personal assistance by supporting activities of daily living and delivering support services to patients (clients, residents) who require short term assistance or ongoing support, in accordance with the patient care plan and facility policies and procedures. In this role, you will work closely with patients, families, and caregivers across the continuum of care in home, community, and health care facilities. You will assist nurses with the provision of routine care to meet patients' hygiene, nutrition, mobility, recreation, and safety needs; assist with organized activities or programs; and observe and report on patients' mood, health, and wellbeing. Working under the supervision of a regulated health professional, you will assist in maintaining a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors, while supporting effective communication with patients and health care professionals. PLEASE NOTE: Until a new hire provides proof of HCA certification, they will be paid at the uncertified pay grade in accordance with the AUPE AUX Collective Agreement. Classification: Health Care Aide Union: AUPE AUX Unit and Program: Red Deer ICU Primary Location: Red Deer Regional Hospital Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 0.60 Posting End Date: 26-OCT-2026 Employee Class: Regular Part Time Date Available: 05-NOV-2026 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 4 Shifts per cycle: 12 Shift Pattern: Days, Nights, Weekends Days Off: As Per Rotation Minimum Salary: $26.43 Maximum Salary: $29.58 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable Required Qualifications: Active or eligible for registration or practice permit with the College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta (CLHA) as a Health Care Aide, along with proof of education or completion of Health Care Aide Certificate within 18 months of hire. Additional Required Qualifications: Basic Cardiac Life Support - Healthcare Provider BCLS-HCP is required. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team, to provide quality care to patients, and to report observations. Experience in acute care within the last three years is essential. Demonstrated commitment to continuing education is required. Self-directed individual with a positive attitude, and demonstrated excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills, evidenced by performance appraisals and reference checks. Should have an excellent attendance record. Must be registered with the HCA directory. Preferred Qualifications: Immediate past experience on medical units is preferred. Please Note: All Acute Care, Continuing Care, Mental Health and Public Health, LPN, RN and RPN applications require a cover letter and current resume outlining experience and abilities relevant to the position. As resumes are not kept on file, a cover letter and resume are essential to determine candidates selected for interview.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Applicants must be registered or eligible to register as a Health Care Aide with the College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta, be listed in the HCA directory, and provide proof of HCA education or complete the certificate within 18 months of hire. Required qualifications include Basic Cardiac Life Support for Healthcare Providers, recent acute-care experience, collaborative care and reporting skills, continuing-education commitment, strong communication and organizational abilities, and an excellent attendance record.