Patient Porter

Island Health; Courtenay; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare authority in Courtenay seeks a Patient Porter who assists patient care staff by transporting patients within the hospital. Responsibilities include performing some clerical duties and maintaining a tidy work area. The ideal candidate has Grade 10 education and one year of related experience, along with effective communication and organizational skills. This position is crucial in ensuring patient and staff safety within the healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Grade 10 education required.
• One year recent, related experience is essential.
• Must have effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist patient care staff by transporting patients.
• Perform general clerical duties as needed.
• Maintain a clean and tidy work area.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication

Dealing with others

Physical ability to carry out duties

Typing

Organizational skills

Operating computerized dispatch systems

Education

Grade 10 plus one year related experience

Job description

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 utilizing a computerized dispatch system, the Patient Porter assists patient care staff by transporting patients to various destinations within hospital. Performs some general clerical duties as required and maintains a clean 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.

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.
• Ability to type.
• Ability to organize work.
• Ability to operate related equipment (such as a computerized electronic dispatch system).

Link to Full Job Description: https://jd.viha.ca/JD471.pdf