Porter - Portering Vh/uh - London, Canada - University Hospital;Victoria Hospital

University Hospital;Victoria Hospital

Verified Company

London, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Posting Period:

Open:
May 12, 2023

Deadline:
May 26, 2023

Unifor

This position is covered by a collective agreement.

Applications from outside the bargaining unit are welcome but can only be considered if the position is not filled from within this bargaining unit.

Department Name:

Portering - VH / UH

Reporting to the Service Coordinators, Portering & Logistics, the Porter is responsible for the transporting of patients, stats, specimens, documents, linen, supplies and equipment from one area of the hospital to another to facilitate the needs of patients, staff and visitors.

The position is physically demanding and requires pushing, lifting, bending and extended periods of walking.

Porters interact with patients, staff, and visitors and must have a pleasant and courteous manner and maintain confidentiality at all times.

Rate of Pay:
$21.06 per hour - $22.72 per hour

Qualifications:

Successful completion of Grade 12 education or equivalent acceptable to the Hospital
Recent Portering experience preferred
Ability to perform physically demanding work
Customer focused with a positive service attitude
Excellent interpersonal and effective communication skills
Ability to interact positively and effectively with patients, public and staff
Self directed and ability to demonstrate initiative
Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple and changing demands that require attention to detail
High motivation and excellent organizational skills
Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a team under mínimal supervision
Proven ability to read, write and comprehend documents and instructions
Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to the principles of patient and family centred care
Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to patient and staff safety at LHSC
Demonstrated practice and commitment to LHSC's Mission, Vision and Values
Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis

Immunization Requirements:

Provide vaccination records or proof of immunity against measles, mumps, rubella and varicella (chicken pox), Hepatitis B, Tetanus/ Diphtheria/Polio; Meningitis.
Provide documentation of the Tuberculosis skin testing (two step)

As part of the assessment process applicants may be required to complete a written examination or test. Please be advised that a reference check may be conducted as part of the selection process.