Porter

2 days ago

Victoria, British Columbia, Canada Vancouver Island Health Authority Full-time

Royal Jubilee Hospital (RJH) - Victoria, BC V8R 1J8 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only)

RJH

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

As required/TBD

Days Off

As required

Vacancy Type

Casual

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$29.24 - $29.24

Paid FTE

NA

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

NA

Planned Start Date

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Pending Return of Incumbent

No

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

Yes

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the Manager or designate, and working within a computerized dispatch and workflow system, the Patient Porter provides integrated portering services, with a primary focus of patient transport and secondary responsibility for material and equipment transport.

The Porter works dynamically according to patient care workflow demands, ensuring patient movements are prioritized while completing material, equipment, and supply transport during periods of reduced patient transport activity. The role supports clinical operations by ensuring timely, safe movement of patients, equipment, supplies, and medical rolling stock throughout the facility.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Grade 10, plus one year recent, related experience, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Skills And Abilities

  • Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to deal with others effectively.
  • Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.