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It's the St. Mary’s way: compassionate care for our patients and each other, together.

We grow our people and we’re growing the future of healthcare today and tomorrow. Our patients are the heart of why we care, and our staff are the heart of how we care.

This is a pivotal and exciting time as we build for the future. Whether you are starting your career or looking for new experiences, don’t let our size fool you. We are leaders in our field recognized globally for world-class, innovative healthcare.

Our vision of “Inspiring Excellence. Healthier Together” is not just about our approach to patient-centered care, it’s also about our commitment to our staff.

Join us, learn with us, grow the future of healthcare…together.

The St. Mary’s Way:

Inclusive: You are valued for your whole, authentic self.

Training & Development: We’ll invest in you as we grow our team of today and the future.

Wellbeing Supports: Wraparound supports professionally and personally.

Leaders in Healthcare: Join a winning team voted Top 100 Forbes Canada's Best Employers 2022 and best hospital in Waterloo Region in the Record's Reader Choice Awards!

Please Note: New employees must provide documentation/proof of full COVID-19 vaccination status, a 2-step TB screening, as well as proof of immunity to measles, mumps, rubella, and varicella (chickenpox) prior to their start date at St. Mary’s General Hospital. Staff will require clearance from Employee Health and Wellness before they are able to begin any position within SMGH.

Position Summary :

Housekeeping Aides are responsible for the cleaning/servicing of building areas including the moving of furniture, equipment, and supplies in and around hospital departments. The Housekeeping Aide performs a variety of duties to maintain neat, orderly, and sanitary conditions in the hospital.

Position Requirements:

• Grade 12 or equivalent required
• Ensure daily cleaning standards are met in patient and public areas
• Adhere to procedures for specialized cleaning as per infection prevention & control standards
• Perform scheduled housekeeping of equipment, supply carts, utility rooms, windows, fridges, offices, patient lounges, staff rooms and other core public areas as pertinent
• Perform routine cleaning of ceiling vents and radiators
• Practice safe management and disposal of linens and waste
• Work collaboratively with the team to ensure that a suitable cleaning standard is met
• Follow hospital procedures and protocols in all work activities
• Keyboard skills an asset
• Must have a level of physical fitness suitable to perform the manual tasks of the position
• Positive work record and good attendance record is essential
• Demonstrates leadership and a commitment to healthy work relationships through excellent communication
• Must be willing to get Transportation of Dangerous Goods certificate
• Perform other related duties as assigned

What we offer

Health and Dental benefits

Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Tuition Assistance Program

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Application Instructions:

As per the collective agreement, the internal recruitment process will be completed prior to the consideration of external applications.

Accommodations are available during all stages of the recruitment process in accordance with the Human Rights Code. SMGH is committed to complying with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) to provide an inclusive, barrier free workplace. We will accommodate the accessibility needs of individuals with disabilities to support participation in all aspects of the recruitment process. Should you require this accommodation, please contact [email protected] .

We would like to thank all candidates in advance for their interest and only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we are unable to confirm the receipt of individual applications or resumes.