Porter

Derbyshire Support & Facilities Services Limited; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Derbyshire Support & Facilities Services Limited is looking for a Porter to join the team at Chesterfield Royal Hospital. This role involves a variety of portering tasks including patient transport, refuse collection, and supporting medical staff during emergencies. We seek candidates who are communicative, empathetic, and able to handle physically demanding situations.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in a healthcare environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients and visitors.
• Transport patients and medical items.
• Handle transfers of deceased persons to the mortuary.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Empathy

Physical fitness

Job description

DSFS Ltd is seeking to recruit a Porter on a zero-hour contract to work primarily in the new Urgent Emergency Care Department at Chesterfield Royal Hospital.

The role involves various portering tasks, including:

1. Escorting patients and visitors.
2. Transporting patients using appropriate means.
3. Handling duties related to the transfer of deceased persons, such as transfers to the mortuary and preparing viewings.
4. Collecting and disposing of refuse, including special waste and recycling.
5. Cleaning waste equipment and storage areas.
6. Collecting soiled linen.
7. Transporting items like stores, medical gases, laundry, and notes.
8. Delivering blood products from Pathology to wards.
9. Attending cardiac arrests, delivering the second-line drug box, and responding to medical staff requests.
10. Moving furniture and assisting with office relocations.
11. Logging customer requests for portering assistance and recording tasks.
12. Performing any other duties as required.

DSFS Ltd is a subsidiary of Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, employing over 900 staff across various services. We value diversity and aim to create an inclusive workforce where everyone can be their authentic selves.

Please note, DSFS does not currently offer sponsorship; applications requiring sponsorship will not be considered.

For further details or informal visits, contact:

Name: MR I A Hemsworth

Job Title: Portering Team Leader

Email: [e-mail]

Telephone: [phone]