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- General Support
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- COV00054365 Requisition #
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- 1 day ago Post Date
Your Opportunity:
This position is responsible for the safe and timely transportation of patients throughout the hospital. Responsibilities include the lifting and movement of patients and equipment on a regular basis, transporting lab specimens, blood and blood products, patient charts, and clean patient care equipment, the proper use and maintenance of hospital transport equipment, immediate reporting of equipment malfunction and other related duties. Must safely guard the confidentiality of patient records and information and consider the Covenant Health Vision and Values in daily interactions with colleagues, patients, and visitors. Please note: Classification under Review.
Description:
Porters are responsible for transporting people (patients, residents or clients) and a variety of equipment and supplies between different departments within the hospital, health centre or continuing care facility. This position is covered by the terms and conditions of the CUPE 2111 Collective Agreement.
- Classification: Porter
- Union: COV CUPE 2111
- Unit and Program: Portering
- Primary Location: Misericordia Community Hosp
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: Not Applicable
- FTE: 0.00
- Posting End Date: 29-DEC-2025
- Employee Class: Casual/Relief
- Date Available: 08-JAN-2026
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
- Shifts per cycle: Varies
- Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends, On Call
- Days Off: Other
- Minimum Salary: $21.32
- Maximum Salary: $23.25
- Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Completion of Grade 10 or recognized equivalent required.
Additional Required Qualifications:Ability to work independently, set priorities, show good judgment and cooperation in daily tasks required. Must be mindful, reliable, and able to work as a team member. Physical suitability for reoccurring lifting, reaching, bending, stooping, standing, pushing, and walking for long periods of time is required. Must be sensitive to patient's need for personal dignity. Must demonstrate the ability to effectively communicate with coworkers and other staff. The ability to read, speak, and write English fluently is required. Experience using computer applications such as Microsoft Office, email, eLearning applications, and Connect Care.
Preferred Qualifications:Preference given to individuals with experience in patient Portering.
Hiring Requirements
Please submit your resume to apply. We will review only the information provided in your resume during the screening process.
The following must be provided prior to your first day of work:
Security Screening: As a condition of employment, all employees are required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and to disclose of previous convictions, record suspensions or pardons received for charges of sexual assault or other sexual offences to Covenant Health prior to commencement of any work, including training or orientation shifts.
Be the Difference
Covenant Health invites you to be the difference in people's lives, your career, and your community. Guided by faith-based values, integrity, and compassion, every role contributes to person-centered care and a deeper purpose. Employees are supported through mentorship, education, and growth opportunities, working with inclusive teams that value collaboration and belonging. Together, Covenant Health advances healthcare innovation and shapes a healthier, more compassionate future for Alberta and beyond.