Supply Aide - Eye Care Centre

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Halifax; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental insurance

Travel insurance

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Pension plan

Job summary

Nova Scotia Health Authority is seeking a Supply Aide for the Eye Centre at the QEII. The role involves ordering supplies, packing, shipping, receiving, and stocking in a fast-paced environment, under the supervision of the Health Services Manager and Charge Nurse.

Qualifications include Grade XII, WHMIS, SAP knowledge, and strong interpersonal skills. Lifting and teamwork are required; French language skills are an asset. 75 hours biweekly with benefits package offered.

Qualifications

• Grade XII or equivalent.
• WHMIS certification.
• Strong computer skills.
• Knowledge of SAP for ordering.
• Ability to work in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to lift and move patients using proper body mechanics and/or lifting devices.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Highly developed interpersonal skills.
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred.

Responsibilities

• Orders supplies to maintain flow and daily operations of the Eye Centre.
• Pack, ship, receive and sign for packages; ensure correct addressing and correct items.
• Stock supplies in proper storage areas and maintain the supply room.
• Order items as required to support Eye Centre operations.

Skills

WHMIS Certification

SAP

Computer skills

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Bilingual (French preferred)

Education

Grade XII or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Job description

Req ID: 228865

Location: Central Zone, Centennial Building - QEII

Department: OPCZ N.S. Eye Centre

Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 1

Union: NSGEU Support Position

Posting Closing Date: 16-Nov-26

About The Opportunity

Reporting to the Health Services Manager and working under the direction of the Charge Nurse, the Supply Aide orders supplies to maintain flow and daily operation of the Eye Centre. Packing, shipping, receiving and signing for packages. Ensuring packages are correctly addressed and contain proper material ordered. Stock supplies in proper storage areas of the Eye Centre. Maintain the supply room and order items as required.

About You

• Grade XII or equivalent required
• Current certification in WHIMIS
• Strong computer skills required
• Knowledge of SAP for ordering
• Must be able to work in a high volume, fast paced environment
• Ability to lift and move patients using proper body mechanics and/or lifting devices
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Must have highly developed interpersonal skills
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Skills test may be included as part of the selection process.

Hours

• Permanent full-time position; 75 hours biweekly

Compensation And Benefits

$23.07 - $25.16 hourly

$26.05 with 25 years experience with the employer

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.

What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health

Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.

From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.

Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

This is a Support bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.