Port Alice Health Centre (PAH) - Port Alice, BC V0N 2No CA
Port Hardy Hospital (PHH) - Port Hardy, BC V0N 2P0 CA (Primary)
Port McNeill Hospital (PMH) - Port McNeill, BC V0N 2R0 CA
Work Area (FBA Only) PHH Multi-Site Yes Travel Requirement Travel between multiple sites is a regular/on-going requirement Shift Start Time/End Time As required Days Off As required Vacancy Type Casual Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $27.10 - $27.10 Paid FTE N/A Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS N/A Planned Start Date Jan. 19 2026 Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY) Pending Return of Incumbent CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check) Yes Job Description
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 ExperienceGrade 10, plus one-year recent related experience or equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Valid B.C. Class 4 Driver's License (Restricted).
Skills And AbilitiesAbility 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 Link to Full Job Description https://jd.viha.ca/JD4443.pdf Additional information for applicants Additional Clauses Requisition CA Facilities Subsector Affiliation/Union HEU