Inter-Facility Porter (221326)
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Posted on:
08-11-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
In accordance with the Vision Purpose and Values and strategic direction of Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority) 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 Logistics Manager or designate and utilizing a computerized dispatch system the Inter-Facility Porter assists patient care staff by transporting patients and their belongings to various destinations within the hospital or to another facility; administers first aid as required. Performs a variety of duties relating to distribution and transportation of hospital items such as laboratory specimens blood and blood products charts pharmaceuticals and medical and surgical supplies and the movement of equipment such as beds commodes walkers lift equipment and medical gas cylinders. Completes record keeping functions associated with distribution duties. Responsible for performing all deliveries and returns of medical rolling stock to/from the equipment depot. Responsible for the cleaning processes associated with each piece maintained by the sites equipment depot and sending in work orders for repairs on said equipment. Performs some general clerical duties as required and maintains a clean safe 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. Valid B.C. Class 4 Drivers License (Restricted).
Skills And Abilities
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
- Ability to deal with others effectively with high level of customer service
- Physical ability to perform the duties of the position
- Ability to organize work with minimal supervision or direction
- Ability to operate related equipment including computers and handheld computing devices
Requirements
Key Skills
- Restaurant Experience
- Porter Experience
- Customer Service
- Buffing
- Dealership Experience
- Cleaning Experience
- Detailing
- Manual Transmission Experience
- Maintenance
- Custodial Experience
- Power Tools
- Commercial Cleaning
About Company
Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority) is one of British Columbia’s five regional health authorities. With 20,000 employees and 1,900 physician partners, Island Health provides a comprehensive range of progressive health services to the 765,000 residents of Vancouver Island ... View more
