The Emergency Room (ER) Attendant position provides support to the emergency department to ensure that daily flow and functioning in the emergency department is maintained each shift. The ER Attendant supports this function by ensuring that proper supplies and equipment are ordered, stocked and maintained. They also assist with transferring of patients and stretchers within the department as required. The ER Attendants work as a team with housekeeping and portering to ensure that beds are cleaned and available and that patients are transported in a timely manner. The ER attendants may assist with minor patient case such as providing nutrition, warm blankets and answering phones.

In this role, you will:

• Have ongoing opportunities to learn and grow with a generous professional development program via our education assistance fund and in-house development programs
• Have access to an amazing total rewards package which includes competitive pay, health and dental benefits, Short and long term disability and the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) where we match your contributions by 126%
• Be a part of an organization committed to the well-being of our workforce
• Support the Guelph Wellington Ontario Health Team’s commitment to anti-racism and anti-oppression through our actions
• Be a part of a team of high performing health care professionals

Guelph is the perfect location for health care professionals seeking to make the most of life’s experiences. From our expansive trails and waterways to internationally recognized arts and cultural events, to diverse restaurants and craft breweries, the Royal City has something for everyone 

• It’s one of Ontario's most robust and growing economies
• You will have access to excellent schools which include a university and college
• There are multiple centres of faith reflected in the community

Qualifications, Experience, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated knowledge of WHMIS, Emergency Codes and Privacy Legislation
• Completion or willingness to complete the Smart Moves Program and Best Practices for Environmental Cleaning eLearning Course
• Experience working in a busy hospital environment and with following universal precautions preferred
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to work and exercise judgement independently, as well as to take direction and work collaboratively within a team in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment
• Physically capable of maneuvering and pushing stretchers with patients
• Demonstrated commitment to excellent customer service when interacting with patients, families, colleagues and physicians
• Basic computer skills required for online supplies ordering, checking work email etc.