Supply Aide - Eye Care Centre

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

Job summary

Nova Scotia Health’s Central Zone Eye Centre in Halifax is hiring a Supply Aide to support daily operations. You will manage orders, receive shipments, and stock the Eye Centre’s supply rooms, ensuring accurate addressing and correct materials are on hand.

Ideal candidates will have WHMIS, SAP knowledge, and the ability to work independently within a multidisciplinary team. French language skills are a plus in a busy hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Grade XII or equivalent required.
• Current certification in WHMIS.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Order supplies to maintain Eye Centre operations.
• Pack, ship, receive and sign for packages.
• Stock supplies in proper storage areas of the Eye Centre.
• Maintain the supply room and order items as required.

Skills

Grade XII

WHMIS

SAP

High volume

Patient lifting

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

French preferred

Education

Grade XII or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Job description

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Location: Central Zone, Centennial Building - QEII
Department: OPCZ N.S. Eye Centre
Type of Employment: PermanentHourly FT (100%) x 1
Union: NSGEUSupportPosition
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

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Grade XII or equivalent required
• Current certification in WHIMIS
• 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.

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

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.