February 23, 2024
February 23, 2024
Medical first responder agencies to receive increased funding
The Government of Alberta announced it is investing $3.85 million to improve the quality of emergency care in Alberta communities. (more...)
Health Workforce Strategy - Internationally educated nurses
Recruitment of internationally educated nurses is one of AHS' many strategies for addressing our workforce challenges. (more...)
Find relationship support
Relationship Solutions can help you take a proactive approach to enhancing your relationships. (more...)
Mental Wellness Moment - Risk factors for men's suicide
Dr. Nicholas Mitchell discusses risk factors for men's suicide and what can be done to reduce those risks. (more...)
Vacation reminder for non-unionized employees
Non-unionized employees are required to use at least three vacation days before the end of March. (more...)
AHS staff and public parking rates to increase
Effective April 1, AHS staff and public parking rates will be adjusted to reflect local market rates and inflation costs. (more...)
Tax slips now available in e-People
T4 and T2200 tax slips are now available in e-People Employee Self Service. (more...)
Changes coming to ServiceHub
Starting March 14, users will no longer be required to log in to ServiceHub when accessing from within the AHS network. (more...)
Feb. 28 Disaster Rounds on ethics in hospital evacuation
Register for the Feb. 28 Disaster Rounds online lunch 'n' learn to join a discussion on ethical considerations in hospital evacuations. (more...)
Green n' Healthy newsletter spotlights operating rooms
The latest Green n’ Healthy newsletter spotlights how AHS operating room teams are leading the way in greener practices. (more...)
February 23, 2024
Medical first responder agencies to receive increased funding
Medical first responders (MFRs) are often the first to arrive on the scene and provide life-saving care until an ambulance arrives, especially in remote communities. Through the MFR Program, $3.85 million will be distributed to support efforts to improve the quality of emergency care in Alberta communities.
This support will increase the funding by $3.75 million this year and will expand the program to include medium and large MFR agencies across Alberta, including fire departments; urban, remote and rural municipalities; and Indigenous communities participating in the MFR Program. More than 200 MFR partner agencies across Alberta will receive targeted funding for emergency medical services (EMS).
The financial supports will help fund various supplies and services, including purchasing modern automated external defibrillators (AED), medical kits, CPR mannequins, instructor development and front-line responder training courses, as well as to offset some of the growing costs involved with providing MFR.
Healthcare Workforce Strategy — Internationally educated nurses
Recruitment of Internationally Educated Nurses (IENs) is one of AHS' many strategies for addressing our workforce challenges, particularly in rural and remote areas.
AHS is working with these nurses every step of the way, from the moment they apply, through to assessment, immigration and integration into our workforce and communities.
To date, 43 IENs are working in Alberta. Another 242 have accepted positions with AHS and are awaiting immigration. AHS has set a goal to reach 500 acceptances by March 31, and we anticipate IENs will be a key part of our recruitment strategies over the next several years.
Careful attention to workplace and community integration is needed to ensure a positive, long-term experience for IENs. AHS continues to work with local site leaders and stakeholders to address the challenges that arise with moving to a new country, climate and culture, such as housing, transportation and fostering community connections.
Questions? ien.acno@ahs.ca.
Whether it's learning how to balance day-to-day responsibilities, working on communication skills or resolving conflict, taking a proactive approach to relationships with your loved ones can only enhance them. Relationship Solutions can help with any of these skills.
To access Relationship Solutions, call Employee Family and Assistance Program (EFAP) intake line at 1-877-273-3134. You will be asked a few questions to make sure you receive customized support. A relationship specialist will help you navigate the different resources to address your unique situation, and will stay in touch to ensure you have the support you need.
Physicians can contact the AMA Physician and Family Support Program, a confidential 24/7 support line, at 1-877-SOS-4MDS for options and support.
Questions? Contact wellness@ahs.ca.
In this Mental Wellness Moment, Dr. Nicholas Mitchell — AHS Provincial Medical Director for Addiction and Mental Health — discusses risk factors for men's suicide and what can be done to reduce those risks.
Non-unionized employees are required to use at least three vacation days before the end of March.
This applies to all non-unionized employees, including senior leaders, management and non-unionized professional and technical employees.
Some exceptions and considerations will apply. For details, see frequently asked questions.
Vacation management guidelines are needed as part of our ongoing efforts to contain costs.
As our planning evolves for the 2024/25 budget year, we are committed to fiscal responsibility as we minimize any impact on patients and families. As always, we'll provide you with updates as needed.
Please reach out to your leader if you have any questions or to schedule your vacation days.
Effective April 1, AHS staff and public parking rates will be adjusted to reflect local market rates and inflation costs.
AHS staff parking rates will increase between 3.18 and 3.3 per cent. Staff using e-People will see the parking rate changes take effect on March 25. The public adjusted rates will vary by market but, on average, daily rates will go up by 75 cents in large centres and 50 cents in smaller centres. The public rates haven't been increased in more than eight years. Increases are required to fund parkade maintenance and new builds.
Visit Insite for more information on staff parking rates, including frequently asked questions.
For the 2023 tax year, the Canada Revenue Agency has discontinued the use of the T2200S (Declaration of Conditions of Employment for Working at Home Due to COVID-19) form.
However, the T2200 (Declaration of Conditions of Employment) form remains available for those who:
Eligible employees must request a T2200 form in e-People Employee Self Service. Requests will be reviewed and approved/denied by your manager.
For more details, see the What's Changing Overview. Learn how to view, download and print tax documents on e-People Employee Resources.
Questions? Visit Taxation Information.
Starting March 14 at 8:30 p.m., users will no longer be required to log in to ServiceHub when accessing from within the AHS network.
ServiceHub is the online platform where AHS and affiliate staff can access business services such as Human Resources and Information Technology to receive support, access resources, review knowledge articles and submit requests.
Currently, staff are required to log in using their AHS credentials to access ServiceHub. After March 14, ServiceHub will recognize staff credentials and sign users in automatically.
Users who access ServiceHub from outside the AHS network (i.e. community physicians and vendors) will need to complete additional authentication steps. Learn more on Insite.
You're invited to register for a discussion on ethical considerations in hospital evacuations at the Disaster Rounds online lunch 'n' learn from noon to 1 p.m. on Feb. 28.
AHS clinical ethicist Gary Lepine will discuss some of the ethical considerations in hospital evacuations during a disaster, including a decision-making framework, considerations for vulnerable populations, and some personal and professional case studies and context.
If you would like to be added to the mailing list to receive information about future events, or have recommendations for future topics or speakers, please email ahs.disasterrounds@ahs.ca.
From scrubs to sustainability, AHS operating room teams are leading the way in greener practices that benefit patients and the environment. The latest copy of the Green n' Healthy newsletter is now available and puts a spotlight on green initiatives in AHS ORs.
