Dialysis Porter

About the Role

The University Health Network is seeking a skilled Dialysis Porter to join our team at the Bickle Centre, Toronto Rehab. As a key member of our Environmental Services team, you will play a vital role in ensuring the cleanliness and organization of our facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Attend required education and safety training to maintain a safe and healthy work environment.
• Assist in training new personnel in all required job functions to ensure a smooth onboarding process.
• Collect, package, and dispose of all garbage and recyclables in a responsible and environmentally friendly manner.
• Replenish supplies in washrooms to maintain a clean and hygienic environment.
• Perform cleaning duties, including sweeping, dusting, disinfecting, and washing of assigned areas to maintain a high level of cleanliness.
• Porter patients to and from appointments to the TUC Dialysis Suite, ensuring their safety and comfort at all times.
• Communicate changes in schedule to the Clinic's Administrative Assistant to ensure seamless coordination.
• Coordinate transportation, as needed, to ensure patients receive timely and efficient care.
• Porter patients to and from other clinic appointments, including external appointments, to provide convenient and reliable transportation.
• Deliver patient records, appointment cards, supplies, and equipment to and from the clinics to maintain efficient communication and care.
• Assist with patient handling as required, ensuring their safety and comfort at all times.
• Assist with preparation of patient transfers to outpatient clinics to ensure a smooth and efficient process.
• Secondary clinic duties as required to support the team and maintain a high level of service.

Requirements

• Partial secondary school up to grade 10 or equivalent to demonstrate a strong foundation in education.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interact with patients, staff, and other stakeholders.
• Ability to follow procedures and verbal instruction exactly to maintain a safe and efficient work environment.
• Flexibility to adapt to daily changes in workload to ensure seamless service delivery.
• Ability to handle heavy exertion, including constant standing and/or walking, to maintain a high level of energy and productivity.
• Ability to handle heavy physical effort, including pushing wheelchairs, stretchers, and other equipment, to ensure patient safety and comfort.
• Ability to operate machinery, floor polishers, and other equipment to maintain a clean and efficient work environment.
• Ability to handle lifting weights up to lbs to ensure patient safety and comfort.

About the University Health Network

The University Health Network is a leading healthcare provider in Canada, committed to delivering exceptional patient care, advancing medical research, and educating the next generation of healthcare professionals. As a member of our team, you will have access to a wide range of benefits, programs, and perks that support your career growth and well-being.

Why Work at UHN?

• Competitive offer packages to ensure fair compensation and benefits.
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) to provide a secure financial future.
• Close access to transit and UHN shuttle service to ensure convenient and reliable transportation.
• A flexible work environment to support work-life balance and career growth.
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization to advance your career.
• Additional perks, including corporate discounts and on-site gyms, to enhance your overall well-being.

Eligibility

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record, and satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program to be eligible for consideration.

Vaccination Policy

Vaccines (COVID and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption on a medical ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.

Accessibility and Diversity

The University Health Network is committed to championing accessibility, diversity, and equal opportunity. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process.