Job Title: Hospital Porter
Department: Domestic Services
Reports To: Domestic Services Manager
Join Our Team as a Patient Transport and Support Services Operative!
Are you compassionate, reliable, and ready to make a difference in a hospital environment? We are seeking dedicated individuals to join our Domestic Services team as Patient Transport and Support Services Operatives. In this vital role, you will ensure the safe and efficient transfer of patients, specimens, medical equipment, and more throughout the hospital, all while upholding the dignity and comfort of our patients.
Job Summary:
The Patient Transport and Support Services Operative is crucial to the smooth operation of our hospital services, responsible for the transport of patients and items within the facility. Your work will directly contribute to patient care and hospital efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
Patient Transport: Safely transfer patients to and from various hospital locations (wards, theatres, departments) using appropriate methods-walking, wheelchair, stretcher, or beds-while ensuring their comfort and safety.
Specimen and Blood Transport: Safely convey specimens from wards to the Pathology department and transport emergency blood/specimens promptly to designated locations.
Document and Equipment Handling: Deliver patient notes and x-rays between departments upon request, and transport medical equipment as needed.
Deceased Body Handling: Handle the respectful transfer of...