Clinical Extern

At Guelph General Hospital, we are committed to our Mission of  providing exemplary and equitable care for and with our community. 

Living our values is important here and if you want to join a team that is compassionate, inclusive, respectful, collaborative and inspired, you can see more details about the position currently available below.   

Current Rate of Pay: $20.60

Current Shifts: Days, Nights, rotating, 12 hr shifts, including weekends

Position Summary:

The Clinical Extern (Student) is an unregulated care provider who provides support services to the nursing staff by assisting with patient care which may include patient hygiene, toileting, meal assistance, mobilization (including turning and positioning), call bell response and safety checks, documenting as required, patient assessment (pain, activity, fall risk) and taking vital signs,

This position may also include answering phones, stocking supplies, transporting patients, cleaning and maintaining equipment both in the department and hospital wide

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 a total rewards package which includes competitive pay, health and dental benefits (through GGH or HCP) 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:

Externs need to be students in the following types and stages of their education:

• Nursing students in any year of study in a College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) approved BScN or BN program and Practice Nursing program
• Occupational therapy students in any year of study in a training program accredited by the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists (CAOT).
• Paramedic students in second year of an approved Paramedic Program
• Physiotherapy students in any year of study of a training program accredited by Physiotherapy Education Accreditation Canada (PEAC).
• Respiratory Therapy students in their 2^nd or 3^rd year of a training program accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Respiratory Therapy Education, which is administered by the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists.
• Undergraduate medical students in their final year of a program of medical leading to the MD degree that has been accredited by the Committee on Accreditation of Canadian Medical Schools (CACMS)
• Recent graduates from a program of medical education leading to the MD degree that has been accredited by the CACMS and who are awaiting the start of an accredited residency program
• BCLS certified
• Demonstrated knowledge of WHMIS, Emergency Codes and Privacy Legislation
• Completion or willingness to complete the Smart Moves Program
• Experience working in a busy hospital environment and with following universal precautions
• Students who have successfully completed a recent clinical (acute care) placement preferred

Come and join our team if you are looking for an exciting opportunity where you will be supported and empowered. 

All positions at GGH contribute to ensuring there is a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors. GGH is committed to fostering a safe and healthy work environment which provides equal opportunities to people with disabilities. In pursuit of GGH’s vision of together, a healthier community for everyone, all employees are responsible for practicing the values of being compassionate, inclusive, respectful, collaborative, and inspired to provide the highest quality care and experience for patients and their families.