About the Opportunity
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.
About You
We would love to hear from you if you have the following:
- Grade 12/GED required
- Previous healthcare work experience required; portering experience an asset
- 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
- Basic computer skills an asset
- Current WHMIS certification is required
- Recent NVCI training / certification considered an asset
- Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred
Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.
Hours
- Casual relief, no guaranteed hours
- Shifts may include days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays
Compensation and Benefits
$21.68 - $22.94
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.