If you are looking to join an energetic and vibrant organisation that truly makes a difference to people's lives on a daily basis we would like to hear from you. We are looking for a Ward Porter to join our team. As part of our professional, friendly and compassionate team you will do everything you can to ensure patient care is to the highest standard. If you have any questions contact [email protected] in our friendly resourcing team. To provide the safe and efficient transfer of patients and goods around the Hospital as required and to work as part of the Hospital Team to provide a safe and caring environment in line with patients needs
- To accompany patients to and from the theatre and recovery, radiology department and down to transport on discharge.
- The post holder will be in constant contact with patients, relatives, staff and visitors; many of whom will be worried and apprehensive. A porter must be able to communicate in a clear and precise manner, as the transfer of accurate information is essential to patient safety and the smooth running of the department.
- Transfer of Goods
- To accept deliveries, ensure boxes are stored appropriately and rubbish removed.
- Medical Gas Management
- Assist with the maintenance and use of CD size Oxygen cylinders on the ward; exchanging empty cylinders when full, checking for leaks and rectifying problems.
- Follow Health and Safety guidelines, ensuring that cylinders are transported safely and stored securely in the designated bed holder, wheelchair holder or trolley.
- Good standard of basic education., 1 year in a similar position/ caring background.
- Moving and handling of patients
- Knowledge of health and safety requirements with regard to storage of oxygen etc.
- We will contact all shortlisted candidates but please note Practice Plus Group retain the right to remove the advert prior to the closing date if a suitable candidate is appointed. Our employment offers are subject to receipt of satisfactory pre-employment checks.
- At Practice Plus Group, we actively promote diversity and equal opportunities.
- Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
- Award winning ED&I programme
- Free access to Reward Gateway discount scheme
- Access to private health insurance
- Wide range of 'time away from work' allowances
- Extensive career development and training opportunities
Skills and Knowledge
- Good communication skills verbal/written
- Ability to work with the wider caring team.
- Demonstrates common sense
- Sensitivity and empathy with people
- Ability to appreciate the needs of others
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to prioritise workload
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Ward Porter employer: Practice Plus Group Holdings Limited
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Practice Plus Group Holdings Limited Recruitment Team
