Porter - Porter Services
About The Position
Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres, and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators, and creative thinkers today. Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there's a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with a Nova Scotia Health role means you'll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out www.novascotia.com to see why more people from across the globe are moving here. Reporting to the Assistant Manager, the Porter is responsible for providing transportation services for patients, medications, lab specimens, equipment, and charts in a safe and efficient manner.
Requirements
- Grade 12/GED required
- Previous healthcare work experience required
- Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills to interact with patients, families other health care providers and staff sensitivity and confidentiality in a respectful and caring manner
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to adapt and prioritize required
- Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with a team environment as well as the ability to work independently is required
- Ability to maintain confidentiality in all matters pertaining to patients, staff, and the district is required
- Current WHMIS certification is required
Nice To Haves
- portering experience an asset
- Basic computer skills an asset
- Recent NVCI training / certification considered an asset
- Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred
Responsibilities
- Providing transportation services for patients, medications, lab specimens, equipment, and charts in a safe and efficient manner.
Benefits
- $21.68 - $22.94 Hourly
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
