Hospital Porter — Flexible Shifts & Patient Support

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Luton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Luton is seeking an adaptable General Porter to assist with various tasks across the hospital. Responsibilities include transporting patients, managing waste, and supporting overall hospital operations, which entails a good level of physical fitness. Applicants are expected to have strong communication skills and the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively. The role offers valuable experience within a supportive environment focused on patient care and staff wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Experience working with the public.
• Ability to undertake training and learn new skills.
• Ability to use IT systems.
• Understanding of in-house IT systems.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients round the hospital.
• Collection and disposal of refuse.
• Deliver and collect blood supplies and products.
• Respond to a bleep as required.
• Collect and deliver items from and to the Pharmacy.

Skills

Good communication

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Ability to undertake manual tasks

Good level of physical fitness

Education

Good general standard of education

Job description

A regional healthcare provider in Luton is seeking an adaptable General Porter to assist with various tasks across the hospital. Responsibilities include transporting patients, managing waste, and supporting overall hospital operations, which entails a good level of physical fitness. Applicants are expected to have strong communication skills and the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively. The role offers valuable experience within a supportive environment focused on patient care and staff wellbeing.