Porter

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Porter to provide a high standard of portering services to all wards and departments within the hospital environment

The main duties include, waste collection, the collection of soiled linen. assist with loading and unloading of laundry.

Collection and delivery of patient prescription/samples from as required. Other duties include loading and unloading of stores to all departments.

Arranging tables for meetings, and delivery of mail and the transportation of medical gases.

Daily vehicle checks to ensure vehicle is roadworthy.

Undertake washing and cleaning of hospital vehicle on a weekly basis, assist with deep cleans on wards, washing up after each meal time.

At Dorset HealthCare we’re on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We’re a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.

We do things differently here - it’s one of the reasons the CQC rated us ‘outstanding’ in 2019. It’s also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you’re looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.

Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.

Working with us you’ll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don’t know. And you’ll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.