Porter - Tft - Environmental Services - Oakville, Canada - Halton Healthcare Services

Halton Healthcare Services

Verified Company

Oakville, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Ref #:926923

Specific Department and Program:
Porter

Location:
Oakville

Posted Date:
Nov 28, 2023

Posting #:

CUPE 815

Position:
Porter

Department:
Environmental Services

Status:
Temporary Full-time for approx. 6 months

Site:
Oakville

Halton Healthcare's vision of Exemplary patient experiences, always, goes beyond just the patient experience; it has shaped our entire culture and remains at the core of every interaction in our organization, from our patients & families to our staff, physicians and volunteers.

We believe in exemplary PEOPLE experiences always

At Halton Healthcare you will thrive in a healthcare culture and environment that embraces inclusion, diversity and belonging with 'exemplary patient care, always' at the heart of everything we do.

We empower our people to be the very best they can be so they can make a difference for our patients and the communities we serve.

Halton Healthcare takes great pride in providing quality, compassionate healthcare services to our rapidly growing communities.

As a progressive and vibrant healthcare organization, we are committed to being an innovative center of excellence in community hospital care.

Job Summary:

As a member of the Environmental Services team, the Porter will safely and efficiently transport patients, equipment and miscellaneous items within the confines of the facilities buildings by various methods including by wheelchair, stretcher, or bed as directed.

This is what you'll be doing:

Follow all established procedures in accordance with the patient flow system
Properly utilize handheld technology
Transport patients, charts, specimen, pharmaceuticals and the required equipment to various treatment and diagnostic areas throughout the hospital in a safe and efficient manner
Collect and clean equipment as necessary
Assist with facility transport activities as assigned
Assist nursing staff with patient lifts by locating necessary equipment and assist in transportation of patients and specimens as directed by nursing staff
Transport and exchange blue ware, case cart, crash carts
Operate wheel chair washer

RTLS

Real Time Locating Systems, porters will use this service to locate wheelchairs beds and stretchers
Respond to Code Medical with wheelchair/stretcher when required
Actively participate in team activities, schedule training sessions and mandatory meetings
Other duties as assigned

This is what you'll need to do it:

Halton Healthcare endeavors to hire individuals who are competent in their chosen profession and who exemplify our mission, vision and values of accountability, respect and compassion which guide our individual behaviours and attitudes.

Grade 12 diploma required
Recent related experience in similar environment required
Ability to use technology in a handheld device to accept and complete tasks
Demonstrated ability to operate stretchers, wheelchairs, etc.
Must possess English language verbal communications skills and literacy skills sufficient to understand and communicate both verbal and written instructions, read product labels and procedure manuals
Good interpersonal and communication skills when dealing with patients, visitors, medical staff and other hospital personnel
Ability to set and adjust priorities, multitask and manage time effectively in response to changing unit needs
Physical ability to perform all aspects of the job including standing for long periods, repetitive walking, reaching, repetitive bending, pushing and lifting using good body mechanics.
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
Must be able to work independently, following specific instructions, procedures and schedules.
Must be able to work where exposed to infection, blood/human waste, odors and work interruptions.
Must be confident and adaptable to working in a variety of clinical settings and facilities.
Ability to handle stressful situations in a positive manner.
Satisfactory employment and attendance record

Salary:
$24.98 to 25.46 per hour

Date Posted:
November 28, 2023

In accordance with the _Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act _and the _Ontario Human Rights Code, _Halton Healthcare will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process.

_If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your accommodation needs to ensure your equal participation.

All personal information is collected under the authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. _
Halton Healthcare is a smoke free facility in and around all three sites. Smoking is not permitted on hospital properties. We thank everyone who works at or visits our hospitals for respecting this healthy initiative. We are also a scentfree environment for all employees and visitors to accommodate individuals' health concerns arising from exposure to scented products, We ask for everyone's cooperation in our