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Who we are
The Temiskaming Hospital, located approximately 150 kilometres north of North Bay, is nestled upon the traditional territory of the Algonquin, Anishinaabe and Cree people along the beautiful shores of Lake Temiskaming.

Home to a number of provincial parks, lakes and nature trails and rich in culture and history, the area boasts a diverse population of French, English as well as aboriginal cultures and a work-life balance second to none!

With a vision for driving positive health outcomes for our communities, Temiskaming Hospital is committed, as its mission, to be a partner and leader in quality, people-centered care, improving health and wellbeing in northern rural Ontario.

TH offers a wide range of acute and post-acute care including emergency and intensive care, medical/surgical care, obstetrical, rehabilitation and complex/transitional care and palliative care services. Through regional partnerships and visiting specialists, TH is able to offer a broad range of outpatient services including dialysis and chemotherapy. In addition to the above, the Hospital offers laboratory, diagnostic imaging and mental health and addictions programs.

Why choose a career at Temiskaming Hospital?
Whether you are new to the area or returning home to your “roots”, Temiskaming Hospital provides the opportunity to work with a dynamic team of healthcare professionals that values the unique journey of our patients. Throughout the years to come, you will have the opportunity to be a part of our expanded healthcare services, which will be instrumental in shaping the future of healthcare in the rural North.

As an organization, we are committed in investing in continuous learning, broadening staff experiences, ensuring knowledge transfer and creating opportunities for advancement to ensure a culture of succession.

At Temiskaming Hospital, we value the contributions of our staff and are proud to offer the following benefits and services:

• Competitive compensation packages and participation in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• “Perkopolis” membership which provides discounts and rewards on tickets, shopping and travel
• On-site Fitness Centre/ Massage chair
• A commitment to providing a workplace which supports, diversity, equity and inclusion
• A variety of recognition programs acknowledging the contributions of our staff throughout the year

Current Recruitment Incentives:

• Registered Nurses (Full-time, only) - $5,000 (3 years return of service)
• Registered Nurses (Part-time, only) - $3,000 (1 year return of service)
• Pharmacist (Full-time) - $ 20,000 Sign-On Bonus for 5 years return of service
• Relocation reimbursements

In addition to the Hospital’s incentives, candidates may also participate in a number of Nursing initiatives and funding programs including:

• Tuition Support Program for Nurses (Ministry of Health and Long Term Care) Tuition Support Program for Nurses
• Community Commitment Program for Nurses (CCPN) – Health Force Ontario HealthForceOntario
• Canada Student Loan forgiveness for nurses - Canada Student Loan forgiveness for family doctors and nurses - How much you could receive - Canada.ca

Diversity and Accessibility
At TEM, we continue to foster a culture of respect with a diverse workforce reflective of our northern community. We believe that bringing different perspectives, values and backgrounds will enhance the experiences we bring to each other and ultimately to our patients.

As part of our recruitment process, we welcome and encourage all qualified applicants protected under the Human Rights Code to consider employment with us.

In compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (‘AODA’), should any applicant require accommodation through any phase of the recruitment and selection process, please contact Human Resources with your request.

Job Details:  Permanent | Part-time
Benefits:  Employee assistance program

Skills:

• Bilingual / French
• Nursing home experience
• Food Handler Certification
• English
• High school diploma or GED
• Restaurant experience
• Communication skills

Job Listings
The Cook / Porter is responsible for the preparation of food in accordance with sanitary regulations, preparation of sufficient quantities of food in time to meet meal schedules. The porter is responsible for the correct operation and cleaning of dishwashing machine, cleanliness of dish room, store room, janitor closet and floors.

Affiliation:  Union – CUPE 904
Rate of Pay:  $26.686 - $27.567 / hour (Cook) and $25.689 - $26.394 / hour (Porter)
Hours of Work:  Combination of shifts between 6:00 am and 6:30 pm (weekdays and weekends)

Mandatory Requirements:  

• Secondary School Graduate
• Safe Food Handler’s Certification required
• Graduate, currently enrolled or willing to enroll in a Food Service Worker (6 modules) program or equivalent education; or at least 1 year cooking in a hospital or Nursing Home, or 2 years cooking in a non-healthcare institution, or 2 years cooking in a full service restaurant
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to read, write, speak and follow oral and written instructions in English
• Must have an excellent work record including attendance
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Assets:

• Ability to speak fluently in French and understand spoken French
• Journeyman Cook qualification

Responsibilities:

• Prepares all foods so that all deadlines are met and all food items will be prepared with a minimum holding time before service.
• Cooks and garnishes food requiring skillful preparation, such as sauces, soups, vegetables and roasts.
• Responsible for the quality of all assembled cold foods, cooked foods and baked desserts.
• Performs in rotation all duties related to portering and dishwashing.
• Works in the dishwashing room loading and unloading patient dishes in the dishwashing machine.
• Receives tableware and trays from patient rooms and cleans dishes, glassware and silverware by machine.
• Segregates and stacks tableware in dishwashing machine.

To Apply:
Please Apply To:
Human Resources Department
Temiskaming Hospital
421 Shepherdson Rd.
New Liskeard, ON P0J 1P0
Email:  careers@temiskaming-hospital.com

Temiskaming Hospital thanks all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity and equal opportunity. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process provided the applicant has met bona-fide requirements for the open position. Applicants need to make their requirements known when contacted.