Hospital Porter: Patient Transport & Support

Transformation Unit; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust in Manchester is seeking a Band 2 Porter to provide a comprehensive hospital portering service. The role involves moving patients, transporting equipment, and working within NHS hospital settings with both adults and children.

A full UK driving licence is essential, and you may work shifts across various days and times. The position is permanent and full-time, based at North Manchester General Hospital, with a pay of £25,272 per annum (pro rata).

Qualifications

• Completed secondary education is required.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.
• Ability to move and transport patients safely within hospital settings.

Responsibilities

• Move patients by bed, trolley and wheelchair as directed.
• Transport specimens, equipment and supplies between wards and departments.
• Respond to task requests via handheld device and document completion times.
• Maintain a safe, clean and efficient portering service across the hospital.

Skills

Driving license

Patient transport

Communication

Education

Completed secondary education

Job description

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust in Manchester is seeking a Band 2 Porter to provide a comprehensive hospital portering service. The role involves moving patients, transporting equipment, and working within NHS hospital settings with both adults and children.

A full UK driving licence is essential, and you may work shifts across various days and times. The position is permanent and full-time, based at North Manchester General Hospital, with a pay of £25,272 per annum (pro rata).