Healthcare Porter

Job Introduction
**About the role**

Hospital stays can be quite a stressful time for our patients and their loved ones, a simple smile and high quality service can put a patient at ease and make all the difference

At Sodexo, our Porters are a key part of the team within our hospitals as they undertake the movement of patients, equipment, documentation and food. We currently looking for a **Casual Porter **to join us

This role will support all aspects of the portering team. the hours which could be offered will cover weekdays, evenings, nights, and bank holidays.

**A few things about you**

This is a customer facing role so customer service experience would be key. We need someone with good communication skills, who will be empathetic towards patients and visitors.

You will be required to carry heavy loads and spend a long amount of time on your feet. Manual Handling training would be an advantage, but is not essential.

Main Responsibilities

To transfer patients in a safe and appropriate manner to and from the wards and departments via means of walking, wheelchair, stretcher or beds as directed by relevant persons

Ensure accurate information is communicated to relevant persons as required

To convey blood specimens in a safe manner from wards/departments to Pathology department.

Conveyance of patient notes and x-rays to and from wards/departments

Removal of deceased bodies from wards/departments to the mortuary in a safe and dignified manner

To replace gasses where necessary on wards/departments for the requirements of patients.

To assist in the transfer of seriously injured patients from the helicopter to the A & E department

To use the designated blood tracking system.

To help distribute drugs from pharmacy to wards/departments.

To help transport in a safe manner patients from wards to theatres and vice versa

Assisting patients to be pat slid across from trolleys to the bed with assistance from the nursing staff

To attend cardiac arrests with the resus trolley

To assist staff on the Day Case unit to transport patients to and from wards
- To assist new starter induction’s on the “buddy” programme

**Equipment and Material Related Tasks**

Remove equipment from wards/departments as required by the Portering Manager or Chargehands

Removal of clinical, non-clinical, cytotoxic and recycling waste and laundry from departments as required

Assist Sodexo and the Trust in running an effective waste recycling and waste minimisation system, including shredding when required

Basic secondary school education.

Basic literacy and numeracy skills

NVQ level 1/2 (Desirable)

Previous Portering experience (Desirable)

Experience of working within NHS (Desirable)

Experience of working in a team and also on own initiative

Good communication and customer skills

Ability to following instructions, work independently and as part of a team

Ability to deal with demanding fluctuations in workload and prioritize work.

Ability to deal with stressful situations

Ability to be part of a flexible duty roster, including weekend work in rotation

About The Company
**Why choose Sodexo?**
You don’t just join Sodexo, you belong.

What do we mean when we say belong?

It’s simple. You create a company where everyone is respected and feels that their ideas count. You take care of the quality of life of your people. You make your workplace inclusive, encouraging people to bring their whole self to work every day. That’s our philosophy in a nutshell.

A career at Sodexo won’t tie you down, it actively encourages your progress. The diverse range of roles we offer is truly infinite. Whatever your skills, experience or passion, you’ll be encouraged and supported to have a fulfilling career.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations.

Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.

**Our benefits**:
As part of our commitment to improving the quality of life, health and wellbeing for our employees we provide discounts and benefits that you can tailor to suit your needs. In addition to the essentials like 20 days holidays (plus bank holidays) and pension contribution, we can help you take advantage of being part of Sodexo with benefits such as;
- Sodexo Discounts - discounts from over 1,200 top retailers with you earning WOW Points (cashback) as you shop
- Talk - a free wellbeing support helpline for you and your family
- Up to three paid days each year to volunteer
- Your Lucky Number Employee Lottery (this also supports the Sodexo Stop Hunger Foundation)
- Cycle to work
- Life assurance

Package Description
**This is a Casual position within the Portering team