Receiver, Shipper, Forklift Operator, In-Hospital Replenishment (Casual)

In-Hospital Replenishment
Vancouver, BC

Under general supervision, the incumbent is responsible for the shipping, receiving and forklift functions in Inventory Control. Maintains a Transportation of Dangerous Goods certificate and current forklift certification per WCB requirements and operates a forklift with a lifting capacity of up to and including 2,041 kg as well as dollies, flat decks and/or pallet jacks. The job entails receiving and verifying incoming materials, identifying discrepancies in shipments and completing related paperwork. Instructs delivery drivers upon arrival to the warehouse receiving dock; processes receiving items using a computerized on-line Accounts Payable/Purchase Order System; identifies capital expenditure items for coding; maintains locked holding area for damaged goods, electrical items and pharmacy; and performs preventative maintenance on the forklift and recommends repairs as required. As well, verifies contents of shipments prior to shipping, prepares goods for shipment in accordance with protocols and the Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act, selects appropriate carrier and prepares appropriate documentation.

What you’ll do

• Receive and verify goods/contents of shipments through methods such as unpacking and checking incoming material, cross checking goods with information from shipping reports and computer records utilizing the on-line Accounts Payable/Purchase Order System, identifying overages/shortages, damaged goods and shipments with incorrect purchase orders and referring to Manager for follow-up, and advising departments of discrepancies/omissions to ensure goods are delivered as per specifications. Complete related paperwork such as signing delivery slips and Canadian Customs forms and sends paperwork to appropriate areas.
• Transfer materials to the various storage locations in Stores or other areas of the hospital, co-ordinates incoming and outgoing material and assists Stores personnel in the movement of skidded materials and items stored in high places by operating a forklift with a lifting capacity of up to and including 2,041 kg., dollies, flat decks and/or pallet jack to accommodate the placement and rotation of materials.
• Direct delivery drivers upon arrival to the warehouse receiving dock through methods such as guiding vehicles into the receiving bays, and instructing drivers to apply brakes and turn off the motor to ensure the safe and proper off-loading of supplies.
• Process receiving of items by checking suppliers' packing slips against the products received and the purchase order using the on-line Accounts Payable/Purchase Order System to obtain the internal delivery location.
• Contact suppliers regarding any discrepancies with orders such as incorrect goods, damaged goods received and obtaining PO numbers.
• Retain electrical and biomedical engineering items by placing in special holding area to ensure items are inspected and approved by appropriate inspecting department before delivery.
• Process perishable items upon immediate receipt by labelling and refrigerating items and arranging for hand delivery to ensure items are not spoiled before delivery to department.
• Maintain filing system of related paperwork by forwarding receiving paperwork to accounting and retaining copies for department file.
• Identify capital expenditure items using the Accounts Payable/Purchase Order system, affixes bar code on the item and records the label number in the system for capital audit purposes.
• Accept incoming items without a purchase order number such as specimens, samples, documents, repaired goods and special freight and directs to appropriate area for immediate delivery.
• Advise vendor representatives of hospital policies regarding acceptance of electrical/mechanical equipment by informing them of inspection procedures to ensure equipment has been approved prior to demonstration.
• Maintain locked holding area for damaged goods, electrical items and pharmacy supplies by securing room each night to ensure safekeeping of items.
• Prepare goods for shipment by performing duties such as sorting, packaging, wrapping and labelling using a tape gun and/or pallet jack to ensure safe and proper transportation of goods pursuant to established protocols and the Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act.
• Select appropriate carrier and shipping mode for domestic or foreign shipments as identified by the department by performing duties such as contacting pre-approved carrier/customs broker for pick up and filling out waybill or customs form to ensure appropriate documentation and mode of shipment are met pursuant to the shipping requisition.
• Process shipping transactions by performing duties such as entering data from the shipping report into the Accounts Payable/Purchase Order System and manually logging information into a shipment records book to acknowledge shipment for future referencing and transactions.
• Perform maintenance duties on the forklift and power pallet jacks such as cleaning, topping battery fluids, recharging as required, inspecting hydraulic hoses for leaks, testing lifting mechanism, flashers and brakes and recommending repairs as required to ensure the safe operation before daily use.
• Clear boxes and stacks skids/pallets by operating a forklift in order to keep the receiving area tidy.
• Handle hazardous goods in accordance with W.H.M.I.S. guidelines.
• Receive and sort incoming mail, and process outgoing mail using postage machine.
• Receive, transfer to storage and deliver medical gases to the Nursing Units.
• Perform other related duties as required.

What you bring

Qualifications

• Grade 12 plus one year’s recent, related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the historic and ongoing impacts of settler colonialism on Indigenous Peoples in social and health contexts, including supported by significant knowledge of Indigenous-specific mandates, including clear understanding of and commitment to eradicate Indigenous-specific racism and discrimination and embed Indigenous Cultural Safety and Humility.
• Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of the historic and ongoing impacts of settler colonialism and systemic racism on Indigenous Peoples within social and health contexts. This includes understanding how these factors contribute to current health disparities and barriers to care. Show a clear commitment to identifying, challenging, and eradicating Indigenous-specific racism and all forms of discrimination impacting equity-deserving groups within health care settings. This involves familiarity and understanding Indigenous Cultural Safety and Humility recognizing personal biases, institutional barriers, engaging in anti-racism education and training and advocating for systemic change.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of legislative obligations and provincial commitments within In-Hospital Replenishment contexts found in the foundational documents including Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan and Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study - BC Human Rights Code, BC Anti-racism Act and how they intersect across the health care system.

Core Competencies

• Brings an understanding of the Indigenous specific racism and the broader systemic racism that exists in the colonial health care structure, and has demonstrated initiatives in breaking down barriers and ensuring a safe environment ensuring a sense of belonging to all and informed by Indigenous Cultural Safety.
• Awareness of social, economic, political and historical realities of settler colonialism on Indigenous Peoples and familiarity with addressing Indigenous-specific anti-racism, anti-racism and Indigenous Cultural Safety and foundational documents and legislative commitments (the Declaration Act, the Declaration Action Plan, TRC, IPS, Remembering Keegan, etc.).

Skills & Knowledge

• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Ability to organize own work.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Demonstrates a commitment to beginning and/or continuing their personal learning journey related to Indigenous-specific racism and dismantling systems of oppression, as well as addressing racism more broadly. Shows willingness to articulate and share their learning experiences to contribute to a culture of motivation and inspiration among peers.
• Demonstrates foundational knowledge of the social, economic, and political realities of settler-colonialism and its impacts on Indigenous peoples and equity-deserving groups within social and health contexts. Understands the impact of social determinants of health-on-health outcomes. Shows a commitment to learning about and upholding legislative obligations and provincial commitments outlined in foundational documents such as the Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place: Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan, Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study, the BC Human Rights Code, Anti-Racism Data Act, and the Distinctions Based Approach.

What we bring

Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That’s why we’re focused on your care too – offering health, wellness, development programs to support you – at work and at home.

• Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations – offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
• Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
• Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
• PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
• Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.

Job Type: Casual (Casual is defined as on call with no guaranteed hours. Shifts can be called out via short call (1-5 hours of notice) or pre-booked).
Wage: $26.80 + 13% in lieu
Location: Vancouver General Hospital - Jim Pattison Pavilion, 899 W 12th Ave, Vancouver, BC V5Z 1N1
Closing Date: Applicants accepted until position is filled
Hours of Work: Various Shift Times Available from Monday-Friday including Shift times starting at 7:00 am and 8:00 am
Requisition #: 188265E

What we do

The Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Create equity – Be courageous.

Learn more about PHSA and our programs: jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services

PHSA is committed to anti-racism and equity in our hiring and employment practices. With learning and compassion, we are addressing existing inequities and barriers throughout our systems. PHSA is seeking to create a diverse workforce and to establish an inclusive and culturally safe environment. We invite applications and enquiries from all people, particularly those belonging to the historically, systemically, and/or persistently excluded groups identified under the B.C. Human Rights Code.

One of PHSA’s North Star priorities is to eradicate Indigenous-specific racism, which includes ongoing commitments to Indigenous recruitment and employee experience as well as dismantling barriers to health care employment at every level. We welcome Indigenous individuals to apply and/or contact the Sanya’k̓ula Team (Indigenous Recruitment & Employee Experience) for support at indigenous.employment@phsa.ca.

Indigenous-specific anti-racism initiatives are rooted in addressing the unique forms of discrimination, historical and ongoing injustices, and exclusion faced by Indigenous peoples. These initiatives align with an Indigenous rights-based approach, recognizing the inherent rights and title of BC First Nations and self-determination of all First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities. PHSA is mandated to uphold legislative obligations and provincial commitments found in the foundational documents including the Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan and Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study.