Bank General Porter

NHS Scotland; Inverness; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is looking for a Bank General Porter to ensure an efficient service within their facilities in Inverness. The role includes undertaking portering duties, working as part of a team, and requires a valid driving license and effective communication skills. The position is flexible in terms of hours, requiring work available as and when needed.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow instructions and work on own initiative.
• Driving licence for van up to 3.5 tonnes is essential.

Responsibilities

• Undertake portering duties to ensure an efficient and safe service.
• Respond constructively to unpredictable situations.

Skills

Good communication skills

Teamwork

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Bank - hours as and when required

As a bank general porter you will be required to undertake portering duties on a day-to-day basis to ensure an efficient, effective and safe service to wards and departments/patients and to deliver the highest standard of service within the Raigmore site.

You must have the ability to work as part of a team or on your own initiative, follow instructions and possess good communication skills

You must also be able to respond constructively to unpredictable situations and able to cope under pressure

You will be required to achieve the mandatory Induction standards for Healthcare Support Workers in Scotland and to comply with the Code of Conduct throughout your employment.

A driving licence is essential for this post as you will be expected to drive a van up to 3.5 tonnes and the small catering and portering vans/cars.

Applicants must have good customer communication skills.

Informal enquiries to:

Tam McFadyen tel; 01463-705172 or email; [e-mail]

This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker visa or a Health and Care Worker visa. NHS Highland is unable to provide candidates with a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) for this role.

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