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Req ID: 222957Location: Western Zone, Soldiers Memorial Hospital Department: FMS PORTERING-SMHType of Employment: Casual Casual Relief (3%) x 1 Union: CUPE Support PositionPosting Closing Date: 10-Jul-26About 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 - $22.94Successful 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.   Once You've Applied Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.   Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.