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Alberta Health Services

Child Life Specialist

Calgary, AB

CA$40.81 - CA$54.34/hr

The Child Life Specialist, as part of the ACH site wide Child Life Service, ensures their clinical ... Temp P/T Benefits * Date Available: 05-OCT-2026 * Temporary End Date: 10-JAN-2028 * Hours per Shift ...

Boots

Store Manager (Non-Optom) -

Edmonton, AB · On-site

... clinical expertise and knowledge. About the role Reporting to the Regional manager, you will work ... Work alongside your team to assist customers and find the products and services that best meet ...

Alberta Health Services

Health Care Aide

Calgary, AB

CA$26.43 - CA$29.58/hr

You will assist nurses with the provision of routine care to meet patients' hygiene, nutrition ... Regular Part Time * Date Available: 13-SEP-2026 * Hours per Shift: 5.75 * Length of Shift in weeks ...

Alberta Health Services

Physiotherapist I

Edmonton, AB

CA$41.27 - CA$54.95/hr

You may provide clinical supervision to Therapy Assistants, Therapy Aides and Provisional ... Temporary Part Time * Date Available: 18-SEP-2026 * Temporary End Date: 31-DEC-2026 * Hours per ...

Alberta Health Services

Physiotherapist I

Edmonton, AB · On-site

CA$41.27 - CA$54.95/hr

You may provide clinical supervision to Therapy Assistants, Therapy Aides and Provisional ... Temporary Part Time * Date Available: 06-SEP-2026 * Temporary End Date: 31-DEC-2026 * Hours per ...

Carewest Innovative Healthcare

Physical Therapist

Calgary, AB · On-site

CA$42.51 - CA$56.60/hr

Regular & Temporary Full/Part-Time, Casual Opportunities Location: Various Locations Shift: Days ... Other duties may include providing clinical supervision to support staff and students. Responsible ...

Alberta Health Services

Occupational Therapist I

Edmonton, AB · On-site

CA$42.51 - CA$56.60/hr

You may also provide clinical supervision to Therapy Assistants and Therapy Aides. * Transition ... Temp P/T Benefits * Date Available: 08-SEP-2026 * Temporary End Date: 03-JAN-2028 * Hours per Shift ...

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What is a part time clinical assistant?

Part Time Clinical Assistants are healthcare professionals who provide support to medical staff and assist with patient care, typically working fewer hours than full-time employees. Their duties may include taking vital signs, preparing examination rooms, assisting during medical procedures, and maintaining patient records. They work under the supervision of nurses, physicians, or other healthcare providers and play a vital role in ensuring efficient and effective patient care. Part-time roles offer flexibility, making them suitable for students or individuals seeking work-life balance.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a part time clinical assistant?

To excel as a Part Time Clinical Assistant, you generally need a background in basic patient care, familiarity with medical terminology, and a high school diploma or relevant certification (such as Certified Nursing Assistant or Medical Assistant credentials). Experience using electronic health record (EHR) systems, scheduling software, and basic medical equipment is often required. Strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask help individuals stand out in this role. These skills and qualifications are critical for supporting clinical operations, ensuring patient comfort, and maintaining accurate healthcare documentation.

What are some common challenges faced by part time clinical assistants, and how can they be managed effectively?

Part-time clinical assistants often face challenges such as adapting quickly to varying schedules, managing workload during peak periods, and ensuring clear communication with full-time staff. Balancing multiple responsibilities, like assisting with patient care, maintaining records, and supporting clinical procedures, can be demanding within limited hours. Effective time management, proactive communication, and staying organized are key strategies to successfully navigate these challenges and contribute positively to the clinical team.

What is the difference between Part Time Clinical Assistant vs Part Time Medical Assistant?

AspectPart Time Clinical AssistantPart Time Medical Assistant
CertificationsUsually requires basic healthcare training or certificationOften requires CMA or RMA certification
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, outpatient facilitiesDoctor's offices, clinics, outpatient settings
Job DutiesAssisting with patient care, taking vital signs, preparing exam roomsAdministering injections, recording patient info, assisting with procedures
Employer & Industry UsageHealthcare facilities, hospitals, clinicsPrivate practices, clinics, outpatient centers

While both roles support patient care, Part Time Clinical Assistants focus more on direct patient assistance and clinical tasks, whereas Part Time Medical Assistants often handle administrative duties alongside clinical responsibilities. The choice depends on your desired work environment and certification level.

What can a part time clinical assistant do?

A part time clinical assistant supports healthcare providers by performing tasks such as taking patient histories, preparing exam rooms, assisting with procedures, and managing administrative duties. They often need basic medical knowledge, good communication skills, and may require certification or training depending on the setting.

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Child Life Specialist

Alberta Health Services

Calgary, AB

CA$40.81 - CA$54.34/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Re-posted 17 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Assess and plan appropriate play and developmental activities/interventions for children and families.

  • Implement therapeutic play programs to reduce stress, help children cope with hospitalization, and promote development and independence.

  • Prepare children for diagnostic, medical, and surgical procedures through hospital play, demonstrations, and discussions.

Job description

Your Opportunity:

The Alberta Children's Hospital (ACH) is a warm & vibrant workplace, with team members providing service to children & their families in inpatient units & ambulatory clinics. The Child Life Specialist, as part of the ACH site wide Child Life Service, ensures their clinical practice is patient/family centered, maximizes the child's physical and emotional health through activities and interventions that are evidence based, research informed and aligned with program and clinic services. The Child Life Specialist is responsible for assessment and interventions which support children and their families with coping and adjustment in the hospital setting across emergency, inpatient, and outpatient services. This individual will have the skills required to utilize knowledge of infant/child/adolescent development, the impact of hospitalization on children, pain management and coping techniques, and the principles of family centered care in interacting and intervening with pediatric patients. The Child Life Specialist works as part of an interdisciplinary team providing therapeutic interventions in response to referrals and within the context of regular program offerings. This position will be based out of inpatient and ambulatory settings.

Description:

As a Child Life Specialist, you will plan, develop, implement, coordinate and evaluate developmental and normalization activities including therapeutic play programs in order to further the social, emotional, intellectual and physical growth of children and adolescents. You will assess, research, plan, implement and evaluate appropriate play and developmental activities/interventions for children and families (both individual and in group settings). You will provide therapeutic play programs designed to reduce stress, help clients cope with hospitalization, promote development and independence. You will help prepare children for diagnostic, medical and surgical procedures through hospital play, demonstrations and discussions and introduce coping strategies and techniques to assist children and families during procedures. You will also provide diversion experiences and facilitate special events.

  • Classification: Child Life Specialist
  • Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
  • Unit and Program: Child Life
  • Primary Location: Alberta Children's Hospital
  • Location Details: As Per Location
  • Multi-Site: Not Applicable
  • FTE: 0.74
  • Posting End Date: 08-SEP-2026
  • Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
  • Date Available: 05-OCT-2026
  • Temporary End Date: 10-JAN-2028
  • Hours per Shift: 6.75/7.75
  • Length of Shift in weeks: 4
  • Shifts per cycle: 15
  • Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends
  • Days Off: As Per Rotation
  • Minimum Salary: $40.81
  • Maximum Salary: $54.34
  • Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Required Qualifications:

Completion of bachelor's degree in Child Life, Education, Psychology or other related field.

Additional Required Qualifications:

ACLP (Association of Child Life Professionals) Child Life certification required. Minimum 1-3 years of experience working as a Child Life Specialist in a pediatric acute health care setting. Demonstrated skills in non-pharmacological pain management techniques used to assist children and youth. Demonstrated experience with procedural preparation and supporting children/youth through painful procedures. Demonstrated experience prioritizing referrals from multiple program areas/units. Experience planning and facilitating therapeutic group programs for children and youth. Volunteer training and supervision experience. Demonstrated ability to teach and deliver education material to families in an engaging and meaningful way. Demonstrated ability to function independently and within a multidisciplinary team environment. Demonstrated understanding of a Family Centered Care service delivery model. Clinical experience and education working with trauma, grief and loss.

Preferred Qualifications:

Medical Hypnosis training, demonstrating ability to apply techniques of medical hypnosis with children/youth in a variety of clinical settings within the hospital. Motivational Interviewing training.

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