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Alberta Health Services

Health Care Aide

Coaldale, AB · On-site

CA$26.43 - CA$29.58/hr

Description: As a Health Care Aide (HCA), you will work as a collaborative member of the ... Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits * Date Available: 31-AUG-2026 * Temporary End Date: 28 ...

Alberta Health Services

Health Care Aide

Coaldale, AB

CA$26.43 - CA$29.58/hr

Description: As a Health Care Aide (HCA), you will work as a collaborative member of the ... Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits * Date Available: 31-AUG-2026 * Temporary End Date: 28 ...

Alberta Health Services

Health Care Aide

Bow Island, AB

CA$26.43 - CA$29.58/hr

Description: As a Health Care Aide (HCA), you will work as a collaborative member of the ... Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits * Date Available: 24-AUG-2026 * Temporary End Date: 01 ...

Alberta Health Services

Health Care Aide

Taber, AB · On-site

CA$26.43 - CA$29.58/hr

Description: As a Health Care Aide (HCA), you will work as a collaborative member of the ... Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits * Date Available: 20-AUG-2026 * Temporary End Date: 28 ...

Alberta Health Services

Health Care Aide

Calgary, AB

CA$26.43 - CA$29.58/hr

The Health Care Aide (HCA) provides patient care services as a regulated worker under the ... Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits * Date Available: 27-AUG-2026 * Temporary End Date: 22 ...

AgeCare

Health Care Aide - AgeCare Skypointe

Calgary, AB · On-site

  • Medical

  • PTO

Temporary FullTime The Opportunity As a Health Care Aide (HCA), you will work as a member of the care team, collaborating on the delivery of resident care. The Health Care Aide, under the supervision ...

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What is a temporary HCA?

Temporary HCAs, or Healthcare Assistants, are support staff who work on a temporary or contract basis in healthcare settings such as hospitals, care homes, or community care. They assist nurses and other medical professionals by providing basic patient care, such as helping with personal hygiene, feeding, mobility, and monitoring vital signs. Temporary HCAs are often employed through staffing agencies to fill short-term vacancies or cover staff absences. This role requires compassion, flexibility, and good communication skills. Many people use temporary HCA roles to gain experience before pursuing further qualifications in healthcare.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a temporary HCA, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Temporary HCA, you need basic healthcare knowledge, experience in personal care, and often a Care Certificate or equivalent qualification. Familiarity with electronic care records and standard medical equipment is commonly required. Compassion, reliability, and strong communication skills help HCAs provide effective support and build trust with patients and colleagues. These skills and qualities ensure safe, responsive care and smooth integration into varying healthcare teams.

What are some common challenges temporary HCAs face when adapting to new care settings?

Temporary Healthcare Assistants (HCAs) often work in different facilities, which means quickly adjusting to new teams, routines, and patient care protocols. One common challenge is learning each workplace’s specific procedures and documentation systems in a short period. Temporary HCAs must also build rapport with both permanent staff and patients, often while handling varied shift patterns. Strong communication skills and flexibility are essential to excel in this role.

What is the difference between Temporary Hca vs Permanent Hca?

AspectTemporary HcaPermanent Hca
CredentialsCertifications typically required, such as NVQ or equivalentSame certifications as temporary, often with additional ongoing training
Work EnvironmentShort-term assignments in various healthcare settingsLong-term employment in a specific healthcare facility
Employment StatusTemporary, agency-basedPermanent, employed directly by the healthcare provider
Job StabilityLess stable, with contract end datesMore stable, with benefits and career progression opportunities

Temporary Hcas work on short-term contracts across different healthcare settings, offering flexibility but less job security. Permanent Hcas have ongoing employment with benefits, providing stability and career growth. The choice depends on your career goals and need for flexibility.

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Infographic showing various Temporary Hca job openings in Alberta as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Part Time, and 25% Temporary. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution.

Health Care Aide (HCA-SL00-030) - Bethany Sylvan Lake

Bethany Care Society

Sylvan Lake, AB • On-site

Part-time

Posted 10 days ago

Job description

About The Role:

With a passion for care towards residents, families and team members, the Health Care Aide is accountable for providing outstanding care and support to residents, resident families and volunteers within their designated scope of practice. The Health Care Aide demonstrates responsiveness to the holistic needs of residents by assisting with activities of daily living, promoting choices, maintaining dignity and facilitating resident independence.

What You Will Do:

Individual responsibilities will fall under five main areas of focus:

  • Resident-Centered Care:Promotes service excellence and is responsive to the residents' needs in accordance with resident care plans, policies and procedures. Assists residents with all activities of daily living as required, while maintaining the resident's privacy and dignity.

  • Documentation:Accurately and comprehensively documents and reports care and related observations to the Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse in a timely manner. Monitors, observes and documents residents' holistic needs in the health care record, including the physical, psychological, spiritual, social and emotional well-being of the resident.

  • Safety:Contributes to a safe environment for residents, the team and self by understanding and adhering to safety guidelines and practices at all times. Demonstrates thorough knowledge of all resident, occupational health and safety and emergency preparedness and response policies and procedures.

  • Pro-active Learner:Demonstrates the vision and values of Bethany and lives out the mission of Creating Caring Communities.

  • Team Work:Cares for and works cooperatively with others as an effective team member. Participates with other interdisciplinary team members in evaluating and changing the documented care needs of residents.

What You Bring:

  • Grade 10 education and Government of Alberta approved Health Care Aide certificate

  • Registered with the College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta (CLHA)

  • Previous Health Care Aide experience is preferred but not required

  • Ability to work effectively in a physically and mentally demanding environment

  • Demonstrates ability to understand, speak, read and write effectively in English

  • Excellent observation, communication and problem solving skills

Position Information:

Location:

Sylvan Lake, Alberta

Site:

Bethany Sylvan Lake

Site Address:

4700 47th Avenue, Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 2M3

Classification:

Health Care Aide (HCA-SL00-030) - Bethany Sylvan Lake

FTE:

0.39

Non- Union/Union:

AUPE ANC

Department/Unit:

Long Term Care Main Floor - Sylvan Lake

Time Type:

Part time

Position Type:

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Shift & Hours of Work:

Evenings (1800-2245)

Shift per Cycle:

14 x 4.25 hour shift in a 4 week cycle

Position Start Date:

2026-08-04

Position End Date:

2027-09-01

All applicants are thanked for their interest. Only those selected to move forward will be contacted.
Bethany Care Society is an equal opportunity employer.
Successful candidates will be required to obtain a Criminal Background Check and provide proof of all mandatory immunizations.
Bethany Care Society complies with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA). By forwarding your resume to Bethany you are consenting to the collection and use of your personal information for this job competition. Your information will be kept strictly confidential.

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