Porter

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Victoria; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

Royal Jubilee Hospital in Victoria, BC is seeking a Patient Porter to support patient transport and related material movement. Reporting to the Manager or designate, you will work within the hospital's dispatch system to move patients safely and promptly while prioritizing care workflows.

This casual, on-site role requires Grade 10 education with at least one year of related experience; strong communication and physical stamina are essential to effectively assist staff and patients across

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide patient transport and secondary responsibility for material and equipment transport.
• Work within a computerized dispatch and workflow system to support clinical operations.
• Ensure timely, safe movement of patients, equipment, supplies and rolling stock throughout the facility.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Physical stamina

Education

Grade 10 plus 1 year related experience

Job description

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.