About the Company
The Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust is a leading acute hospital provider serving a population of around 500,000 across Bath and North East Somerset, Wiltshire, and parts of Gloucestershire. We are committed to delivering exceptional patient care, fostering a supportive environment for our staff, and continually investing in our facilities and services. As an essential part of the NHS, we offer stable and rewarding career opportunities in a critical sector.
Job Description
We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Health Service Porters to join our essential team at the Royal United Hospitals Bath. In this stable role, you will be crucial to the smooth operation of our hospital, ensuring patients, equipment, and vital supplies are moved safely and efficiently. This is an essential worker status position, offering a vital contribution to healthcare delivery and direct support to patient well-being.
Key Responsibilities
- Transporting patients via wheelchair, bed, or trolley between wards, departments, and clinics.
- Moving medical equipment, records, specimens, and supplies throughout the hospital.
- Delivering mail, packages, and other items to designated areas.
- Assisting clinical staff with patient transfers and mobility when required.
- Ensuring the cleanliness and maintenance of transport equipment.
- Responding promptly to requests from medical and administrative staff.
- Adhering to all health and safety regulations and hospital policies.
Required Skills
- Ability to push, pull, and lift heavy items and patients safely.
- Good verbal communication skills and ability to follow instructions.
- A compassionate and empathetic approach to patient care.
- Reliable, punctual, and a strong work ethic.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.
- Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience in a portering or customer service role.
- Knowledge of health and safety procedures within a healthcare setting.
- Manual handling training certification.
- Basic first aid knowledge.
Perks & Benefits
- NHS Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions.
- Generous annual leave allowance, increasing with service.
- Excellent training and development opportunities.
- Access to exclusive staff discounts and benefits programs.
- Supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Sick pay scheme.
- Cycle to work scheme.
How to Apply
If you are interested in this position, please click the "Apply Now" button below. To ensure your application is properly considered, please prepare the following:
- An up-to-date Resume or CV
- A brief cover letter summarizing your experience and motivation
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.
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