Theatre Porter

To assist in the PACU/Recovery Staff when requested appropriate to level of working and competence. To safely assist in the transfer of elective and emergency patients between Wards/Units and Theatre. To assist Registered Practitioners in patient handling and low level care skills under supervision and within limits of their training. To assist in the passage and scanning of equipment ready for collection from external companies.

To transfer pathological specimens between locations. To collect and store household and clinical waste segregating and placing in appropriate bins in accordance with Trust policy. Use all cleaning materials in accordance with manufacturers instructions and departmental procedures, storing safely when not in use. To maintain routine household duties as requested.

To ensure equipment/stock levels are maintained and in good working order any problems are highlighted to the relevant departments and Clinical leads. To report any faulty or damaged equipment to a Team Leader or Theatre Co-ordinator To help maintain good communication, liaison and working arrangement with own team and other hospital departments. To participate in Trust induction, mandatory training programme and competency training as required appropriate to the post. While on duty wear uniform and ID badge as supplied by the Trust.

While on duty wear appropriate personal protective equipment when appropriate. To actively promote a professional environment within Theatre, which will assist in the motivation of all grades of staff. To comply with all relevant Trust Policies & Procedures in exercising the duties of the role. To be able to accommodate change in a rapidly changing environment and encourage team members to embrace necessary change.

Have a positive attitude to challenges and devise ways to make them happen. FULL JOB DESCRIPTION ATTACHED