Porter

2 days ago


Cambridge, United Kingdom Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Porters are an essential part of the Hospital team and their primary aim is the welfare of the patients, either directly or indirectly. They carry out all the necessary Portering services in the hospital.

The role of Porter is a highly valued and demanding role. You will need to have the ability to adapt to an ever-changing health care environment. You will be an essential part of the team, providing a comprehensive service to the hospital.

You will be a hardworking, reliable and organised team player with good communication skills with the experience of working in a busy environment where workloads are prioritised in accordance to service needs.

The ability to understand and interpret instructions is essential for this post as is a clean and tidy appearance.

Working under the supervision of the Controller, Porters assist the Shift Facilities Manager in providing an efficient Portering / Courier service.

A Porter supports the smooth running of our hospitals.

Duties include hands on general Portering, patient transfers, collection of bloods, collection of Pharmacy items and distribution of patient linen out of hours.

Delivery and collection of medical gases and medical equipment.

Our Trust

Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke’s Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 11000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people - patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing ‘outstanding’ care to our patients and rated ‘Good’ overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH’s values - Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent - are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population.

On a typical day as a Porter, you can expect to transport patients around the site, move equipment between Wards, collect and deliver essential supplies and samples and collect and respond to any emergency situations that may arise.

Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.

As per Home Office guidelines, please be aware that, unfortunately, the Trust is unable to offer sponsorship for this particular position.

Benefits to you

We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse, day nurseries and access to a great transport system with easy access to airports and rail travel.

Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases alternative working hours will be considered.


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