Almonte General Hospital and Carleton Place & District
Memorial Hospital created the Mississippi River Health Alliance (MRHA) in 2016
to formalize their commitment to work together to improve each patient and
resident’s overall health care experience through a strong, coordinated system
of care. An integrated Senior Team leads the two Hospitals, as well as Fairview
Manor and Lanark County Paramedic Service which are operating divisions of AGH.
Over 600 caring staff, physicians and midwives provide excellent primary, acute
and long-term care to citizens of Lanark County, West Ottawa and Renfrew
County.
Fairview Manor is a long-term care home owned and operated
by the Almonte General Hospital. The Manor is a bright and spacious
state-of-the-art home to 112 residents; connected to the Almonte General
Hospital by a 15,000-square-foot link that permits residents, staff, volunteers
and visitors to move easily from Long-Term Care to the Hospital. We are
regulated by the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long Term Care and is fully
accredited by Accreditation Canada.
Competencies and Personal Attributes:
• Commitment to excellence, quality and safety.
• Ability to promote effective and respectful communication
to foster interpersonal relationships.
• Ability to work cooperatively and respectfully within a
team environment.
• Effectively able to manage competing priorities and meet
deadlines.
• Ability to work in a manner that is in compliance with
patient and employee safety practices, policies and procedures of the
organization.
• Ability to contribute to a work environment that is
conducive to the organizations Workplace Violence and Harassment policy.
Qualifications:
• Successful completion of a recognized Personal Support
Worker program, including formal certification by a recognized Community
College.
• Previous experience in a Complex Continuing Care or Long
Term Care Setting would be preferred.
• Current CPR.
We thank all candidates who apply. Only those selected for
an interview will be contacted.
We are committed to inclusive and accessible employment
practices. If you require accommodation throughout any part of the recruitment
process, please contact Human Resources at hr@mrha.ca to let us know how we may
assist you.
Please note that according to MRHA Vaccination Policies, all
applicants must be fully vaccinated unless they can provide the proof of a
valid medical contraindication or exemption on the basis of protected grounds
under the Ontario Human Rights Code in order to be considered for any staff or
volunteer opportunities. Upon hiring, applicants must provide the proof of
either government issued documentation proving they have been fully vaccinated,
or present supporting documentation of a valid medical contraindication or
exemption under Ontario Human Rights Code.
Mississippi River Health Alliance (MRHA) is committed to
fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. We believe
that embracing diversity in all its forms enriches our workplace and enhances
the quality of care we provide to our patients, residents and community. We are
dedicated to creating an environment where every individual feels valued,
respected and supported regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual
orientation, religion, age, ability or background. We aim to create a workplace
where everyone can thrive and contribute to our shared mission of providing
integrated health care that meets the evolving life-long needs of our
communities.