Mehakpreet Sangha
Abbotsford,Canada
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Health Care Assistant student with hands-on clinical experience and preceptorship training, set to complete HCA certification in July 2025. Bringing strong interpersonal skills, reliability, and a passion for providing person-centered care to individuals with diverse needs. Skilled in providing activities of daily living, personal care, and maintaining a safe, respectful, and client-focused environment. Experience supporting children in early education settings, with an ability to communicate effectively, maintain a safe environment, and respond sensitively to individual needs. Seeking an entry-level HCA position to provide support in a patient-focused environment, and grow professionally within the healthcare field.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Health Care Assistant Practicum
Long term care and Assisted living
06.2025 - Current
- Assisting clients in long-term and residential care settings with personal hygiene, mobility, nutrition, and toileting.
- Practicing infection control and ensuring a clean, safe, and supportive environment.
- Observing and reporting changes in client conditions to healthcare staff.
- Supporting emotional well-being through compassionate communication and respectful care.
- Gaining experience in interdisciplinary teamwork and patient documentation.
- Provided assistance to patients with activities of daily living, such as bathing and dressing.
- Assisted in transferring patients from wheelchair or bed using appropriate techniques.
- Helped feed residents who are unable to feed themselves due to disability or illness.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient requests in a timely manner.
- Prepared beds and equipment for use by healthcare professionals.
- Observed patients' physical, mental, and emotional conditions and reported any changes to supervisor or nurse on duty.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
Customer Experience Associate (OMNI)
Walmart
08.2023 - Current
- Assisted customers with orders and special requests, demonstrating care and attentiveness.
- Maintained order accuracy and practical, safe item handling, highlighting attention to detail and organization.
- Worked under pressure with professionalism, reflecting strong emotional regulation.
- Provided exceptional customer service to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Answered incoming calls, emails, and chats in a timely manner.
- Performed quality assurance checks on outgoing orders prior to shipping them out.
Early Childhood Educator Assistant
The Whole Child Learning Centre
11.2023 - 04.2024
- Supported daily routines such as hygiene, meals, and group activities for children.
- Observed and reported behavioral and emotional development to senior staff.
- Maintain a safe, clean environment and provide hands-on care per individual needs.
- Demonstrated patience, empathy, and effective communication.
- Prepared snacks and meals for the children according to dietary guidelines.
- Attended staff meetings to discuss strategies for improving educational programs.
- Organized play areas, toys, and other learning materials to promote creative play.
- Provided feedback on student performance or behavior as requested by lead teacher.
Education
Health Care Assistant Program -
Western Community College
Surrey, BC07.2025
Early Childhood Educator Assistant -
Coastal College
Surrey, BC06.2023
General Studies in Computer and Arts Diploma -
University of the Fraser Valley
Abbotsford, BC08.2021
Skills
- Compassionate personal care
- Daily living support
- Infection control and safety protocols
- Patient observation and documentation
- Emotional and social support
- Food handler certified
- Basic vital signs monitoring
- Effective time management
- Team collaboration
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Fast learner and adaptable
- CPR and first aid certified
- Confidentiality and professionalism
- cultural sensitivity and ethics
- Documentation procedures
- Patient care
- Companionship and emotional support
- Decision making
- Behavioral observation
Certification
- Violence Prevention
- Provincial Code
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Infection Control
- Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHIMS)
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Health Care Assistant Practicum
Long term care and Assisted living
06.2025 - Current
Early Childhood Educator Assistant
The Whole Child Learning Centre
11.2023 - 04.2024
Customer Experience Associate (OMNI)
Walmart
08.2023 - Current
Health Care Assistant Program -
Western Community College
Early Childhood Educator Assistant -
Coastal College
General Studies in Computer and Arts Diploma -
University of the Fraser Valley
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