Job description
Summary of Duties:
Working with the professional team, the Patient Service Partner participates in the caring of patients by providing a variety of support services to the team and patients. Participates as a member of the team in a manner that reflects the Hospital philosophy and mission of service and promotes and maintains good public relations with patients, visitors and Hospital staff. Patient Service Partner working on [unit] will be required to assist with patient care; decontamination of patients care areas and equipment.
Qualifications/Skills:
- Minimum Grade 11 or equivalent as recognized by the Province of Ontario Ministry of Education
- Applicants who have a PSW Certificate will be given priority
- Must have knowledge and ability to assist with direct fundamental patient care activities as required including ambulation, dressing, and turning/repositioning
- Sunnybrook PSP (formerly PSA) course preferred
- Recent PSP experience preferred
- Ability to read and write English
- Two (2) years of related health care experience
- Must be accustomed to high patient acuity
- Experienced with acute care setting
- Flexibility and willingness to take direction
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proven ability to work under pressure and to handle various tasks within a limited time frame
- Must be prepared and able to use all personal protective equipment
- Liaises with patients and visitors on a regular basis demonstrating excellent customer service