Orientation

F. PPE

Due to increased respiratory illness activity and COVID-19 positivity rates in Alberta, AHS strongly encourages all staff and visitors at our facilities to wear masks and practice diligent hand hygiene. Continuous masking is required in patient care areas under select circumstances, including if patients or their families request it. For more information, please refer to this FAQ. 

AHS continues to review guidance on personal protective equipment (PPE). Please adhere to the Routine Practices and Additional Precautions as outlined by the IPC Risk Assessment when making PPE decisions including the use of gowns, masking, and eye protection when treating patients with respiratory illness symptoms. For further guidance, refer to the Joint Statement on PPE. For questions regarding PPE, contact ppe@ahs.ca.

All trainees should stay home if they are sick. If you are unwell, please notify me (mecardjr@ualberta.ca) and your preceptor as soon as possible.

G. Additional Information

Please remember to bring the following items with you:

• White lab coat

• ID badge

• Swipe card

• Stethoscope (if you have one)

You may also find callipers helpful for interpreting ECGs. Business casual attire is generally worn. If you need scrubs, you can borrow some from the hospital; you are welcome to ask one of the residents for directions to the scrubs pick-up location.