Patient Porter

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Courtenay; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) is seeking a Patient Porter to support patient care staff by transporting patients within hospital. The role reports to the Manager or designate and utilizes a computerized dispatch system.

Responsibilities include assisting with patient transport, performing basic clerical duties, and keeping the work area clean and organized. Requires Grade 10 and at least one year of related experience, with strong communication and physical ability.

Qualifications

• Grade 10 education plus one year recent related experience or equivalent.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Physical ability to perform duties.
• Typing ability.
• Ability to organize workload.
• Ability to operate equipment such as a computerized dispatch system.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients to various destinations within hospital to support patient care staff.
• Perform general clerical duties as required.
• Maintain a clean and tidy work area.

Skills

Communication

Typing

Organizing

Equipment operation

Interpersonal skills

Education

Grade 10 or equivalent

Tools

Computerized dispatch system

Job description

Work Area (FBA Only)

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

N/A

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

N/A

Planned Start Date

Jun. 15 2026

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Pending Return of Incumbent

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 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).