Inter-Facility Porter - (218638)

Island Health; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Nanaimo seeks an Inter-Facility Porter to assist with patient transport and medical supply deliveries. Candidates must have a Grade 10 education, a valid BC Class 4 Driver's License, and possess strong communication and organizational skills. The role involves handling medical equipment and maintaining cleanliness within the hospital environment.

Qualifications

• Grade 10 education with relevant recent experience or equivalent.
• Ability to perform physical duties associated with the role.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients and belongings within the hospital and to other facilities.
• Handle hospital items delivery including lab specimens and medical supplies.
• Maintain cleanliness of work area and equipment used.

Skills

Effective communication

Customer service

Physical endurance

Organizational skills

Equipment operation

Education

Grade 10 plus one year of related experience

Valid B.C. Class 4 Driver's License

Job description

Overview

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority), 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.

Responsibilities

• Reporting to the Logistics Manager or designate, and utilizing a computerized dispatch system, the Inter-Facility Porter assists patient care staff by transporting patients and their belongings to various destinations within the hospital or to another facility; administers first aid as required.
• Performs a variety of duties relating to distribution and transportation of hospital items such as laboratory specimens, blood and blood products, charts, pharmaceuticals, and medical and surgical supplies and the movement of equipment such as beds, commodes, walkers, lift equipment, and medical gas cylinders.
• Completes record keeping functions associated with distribution duties.
• Responsible for performing all deliveries and returns of medical rolling stock to/from the equipment depot.
• Responsible for the cleaning processes associated with each piece maintained by the site\'s equipment depot and sending in work orders for repairs on said equipment.
• Performs some general clerical duties as required and maintains a clean, safe and tidy work area.

Qualifications

Education, Training And Experience

Grade 10, plus one-year recent related experience or equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Valid B.C. Class 4 Driver\'s License (Restricted).

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Ability to deal with others effectively with high level of customer service
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position
• Ability to organize work with minimal supervision or direction
• Ability to operate related equipment, including computers and handheld computing devices