Description In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) 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 Manager or designate, and working within a computerized dispatch and workflow system, the Patient Porter provides integrated portering services, with a primary focus of patient transport and secondary responsibility for material and equipment transport.

The Porter works dynamically according to patient care workflow demands, ensuring patient movements are prioritized while completing material, equipment, and supply transport during periods of reduced patient transport activity.



The role supports clinical operations by ensuring timely, secure movement of patients, equipment, supplies, and medical rolling stock throughout the facility.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Grade 10, plus one year recent, related experience, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Skills And Abilities

- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to deal with others effectively.
- Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
- Ability to organize work.
- Ability to operate related equipment

Requirements https://jd.viha.ca/JD471.pdf

📌 Porter - (237400) (Victoria)
🏢 Island Health
📍 Victoria