Unit Assistant - Repost

CancerCare Manitoba is a provincial agency which provides clinical and academic services and leadership for cancer control and the treatment of blood disorders. Our shared vision of a world free of cancer drives every member of our team. CancerCare Manitoba is the perfect place to thrive if you're seeking a fulfilling career in an organization that is committed to its employees' well-being and professional development.


Competition #030-25

Posting End Date: May 07, 2026

City: Winnipeg

Work Location: To be determined

Department: Outpatient Clinic Services Program

Union: CUPE CS

Hiring Status: Casual

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

FTE: 0.0

Anticipated Shift: Days

Daily Hours Worked: 7.75

Annual Base Hours: 2015

Hourly Salary: $21.370, $22.012, $22.672, $23.351, $24.053, $24.775


Job Summary:


Reporting to the Unit Manager, the Unit Assistant performs a variety of supportive functions for the patients and staff. The incumbent performs routine tasks to maintain the cleanliness of the clinical work environment. Staff work with cytotoxic and hazardous medications on a regular basis. Personal protective equipment (PPE) and training are provided.


Qualifications:


Required:

Successful completion of a recognized Health Care Aide Course
Ability to perform physical activities such as lifting and transporting of patients, samples, and equipment to other areas
Current certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) or ability to obtain same prior to employment
Satisfactory employment record
Must be able to legally work in Canada

Will be assessed during the interview process:

Ability to work both independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, customer service and problem-solving skills
Excellent English comprehension with both written and verbal communication skills
Ability to adapt to stressful work situations

Preferred:

Previous experience in ambulatory and/ or inpatient care setting
Basic computer skills

Asset:

Ability to speak French

Interested and qualified applicants are invited to submit a detailed and current resume, plus a cover letter demonstrating how you meet the above qualifications and the above competition number.


This position is subject to a Criminal Record Check, including Vulnerable Sector Search, an Adult Abuse Registry Check and a Child Abuse Registry Check. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred.


CancerCare Manitoba is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free recruitment processes and work environment. If you are contacted by CancerCare Manitoba regarding a job opportunity or testing, please advise if accommodation measures must be taken to enable you to apply and be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.


We thank all that apply and advise that only those applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted.