Position:
Manager, B6, Ward Aides
Department:
IP Medical B4
Position Status:
Permanent
Time Type:
Full time
Non- Union
Location:
Peterborough, ON
Language:
English
Salary Range:
$56.21 - $70.26
per hour
THE PRHC DIFFERENCE:
Peterborough Regional Health Centre (PRHC) is a regional hospital delivering acute healthcare to a rapidly growing population of more than 300,000 in Peterborough and the surrounding communities, including the First Nations of Curve Lake, Hiawatha and Alderville.
With an annual budget of nearly $390 million, and a proud local history extending back over a century, PRHC has nearly 500 inpatient beds and offers a wide range of services, including specialized programs in renal, stroke, cardiac, cancer care, vascular surgery and mental health & addictions.
PRHC is located in Peterborough, Ontario, Canada a 90-minute drive north-east of Toronto. We are the region’s largest employer with more than 3,100 staff, 450 physicians with privileges, and a core group of 250 volunteers.
As a member of the PRHC team, you will be part of an exceptional working environment – a forum to share knowledge, to lead and learn, to develop talents, relationships and careers, and a culture that recognizes and celebrates the efforts and achievements of its people.
PRHC is proud to be recognized as one of the top 20 employers nationwide in the healthcare and social services category, and 199 overall among 300 Canadian employers across all sectors, on the Canada’s Best Employers list released by Forbes in 2025.
What We Offer
We're committed to supporting our people with meaningful rewards and experiences, which may include:
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A competitive total rewards package aligned with the position
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Pension plan with employer contributions for eligible roles
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Health, wellness, and lifestyle perks, including fitness memberships and travel savings
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On site gym 24/7 free to all employees
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Ongoing learning and development opportunities to support your growth
HOURS OF WORK:
The stated hours of work are approximate as schedules are subject to change with the operational needs of the Health Centre. Changes made to hours of work will follow the terms of the applicable collective agreement, company policy and/or legislation.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
Responsible to the Director of Medicine responsible for planning, coordinating, and monitoring the smooth operations of patient care on B6. She/he will manage the Medicine Ward Aide Team, providing guidance, support and will facilitate best practices with respect to providing unit level ward aide support, equipment oversight, and strong efficiency and stewardship practices for material management within PRHC. The primary role of the Manager will be to lead and support operations on B6 and the ward-aide team on a day-to-day basis. The Manager will participate in the development of policies and procedures in accordance with PRHC’s strategic initiatives and objectives, including meeting industry professional practice and quality standards. She /he will be responsible for providing clinical direction, quality improvement programs, and patient and staff safety programs. Building sustainable relationships with internal and external stakeholders is a key expectation of the role.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING:
Bachelors Degree in a related field required.
Three to five years related clinical and/or management experience required.
Clinical/management experience related to In-patient Medicine preferred
WHO YOU ARE:
Membership and participation in a relevant professional organization.
Three to five years of leadership and/or management experience preferred.
Completion of CHA management courses or equivalent would be an asset.
Excellent human resources management and leadership skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with staff, physicians and patients/families.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills and ability to handle multiple projects at a time.
Demonstrated ability to achieve goals and objectives within specified time frames.
Excellent conflict resolution and change management skills.
Computer skills and knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet programs.
Demonstrated commitment to continuing education.
Membership and participation in a relevant professional organization.
Experience working with LEAN methodologies for implementing complex change preferred.
Proven ability to demonstrate the Core PRHC LEADS Competencies
This position is for a current vacancy.
OUR COMMITMENT:
At PRHC, we take great pride in maintaining an inclusive culture of respect and a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. We do this because we understand that bringing different perspectives and backgrounds to the fulfillment of our mission, vision and values makes us better.
We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from members of all equity-deserving communities, including those who identify as Indigenous, black, racialized, women, people with disabilities and people with diverse gender identities, expressions, and sexual orientations. Even if your past experience doesn’t quite align with every qualification on this position, we still encourage you to apply as you may be the right candidate for another role within our organization.
Peterborough Regional Health Centre is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment that is in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (‘AODA’). Should you require accommodation through the recruitment and selection process, please notify us by indicating this on your application form and upon initial contact by our recruitment team. This will ensure that we can tailor the recruitment process to meet your accommodation needs.
Thank you for your interest in the opportunity at PRHC. If you are selected to move forward in the recruitment process, you will be contacted by a member of the Talent Acquisition team.
