Patient Transfer Attendant (existing position)

Blanche River Health; Kirkland Lake; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

Blanche River Health is seeking a Patient Transfer Attendant to provide safe, timely, and customer-focused transport for non-urgent patients. Responsibilities include transfers between hospital, clinics, and home, using stretcher or wheelchair as needed.

Qualifications include Grade 12, CPR/First Aid, a clean driving record, and at least three years of driving in Northern Ontario. Bilingualism is a plus, and accommodations are available upon request.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent diploma.
• Valid CPR and First Aid (Level C).
• A clean driver’s abstract required and annual renewal; evidence of private auto insurance.
• Minimum three years driving experience in Northern Ontario.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, timely, customer-focused transport for stable and non-urgent patients via stretcher/wheelchair.
• Coordinate transfers between hospital, clinics, and home as needed.
• Ensure documentation and adherence to the SEIU-Service Collective Agreement where applicable.

Skills

Client service

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

Grade 12 OSSD

CPR & First Aid

Tools

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Summary

A commitment to professional and personal development including an Education Bursary program.

A commitment to employee Wellness including work-life balance

A commitment to a diverse, supportive and equitable workplace

A commitment to a culture of safety and of mutual respect that is free from discrimination and harassment

Compensation & Benefits Information

Eligibility to enroll in the HEALTHCARE OF ONTARIO PENSION PLAN (HOOPP). Click on the link provided for more information - https://hoopp.com/

Percent in lieu and vacation percent pay up to 18%, as per the SEIU-Service Collective Agreement

Job Summary

Reporting to the Manager, Patient Care Services, the Patient Transfer Attendant is responsible for providing safe, timely and customer focused services to stable and non-urgent care patients via stretcher/wheelchair needing to get to and from appointments in a variety of situations including Hospital to Hospital transfers, outpatient clinics, discharge transportation home and more.

Qualifications

Grade 12 OSSD or equivalent diploma

Valid CPR and First Aid (Level C)

A clean driver’s abstract must be submitted upon hire and annually. The driver must be willing to provide proof of having current private insurance for their personal vehicle, as well as stating they are the primary driver

Letter of experience from previous employment confirming related experience. If this cannot be provided, a copy of Auto Plus report must be provided - https://iis.cgi.com/rapidweb/en/support/consumer-reports.aspx

A minimum of three years driving experience in Northern Ontario.

The ability to provide effective services to clients/residents

Bilingualism will be considered an asset.

Only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview. Blanche River Health is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Program/Department

Transportation

Status

Permanent / Part-time

Salary Plan / Job Grade

From $26.67 per hour to $27.76 per hour as per the SEIU-Service Collective Agreement