Porter

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board; Manchester; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust is seeking portering staff to safely transfer patients and handle essential logistics across wards and departments. The role involves using walking aids, wheelchairs, stretchers or beds, and coordinating through the HIVE system and radios.

A DBS check is required, and staff collaborate with clinical teams to ensure dignity and safety in all movements. This post also covers handling blood specimens, notes, and deceased patients with care, including

Qualifications

• DBS check is required for the role.
• Ability to work as part of a team and follow instructions.
• Experience in healthcare or logistics is desirable.
• Excellent communication and customer care.

Responsibilities

• Transfer patients safely between wards and departments using walking aids, wheelchairs, stretchers or beds.
• Convey blood specimens and patient notes between wards and Pathology.
• Move deceased bodies to the mortuary safely and with dignity.
• Assist in after-hours transfers to A&E and theatres as needed.
• Use HIVE task management and a two-way radio system to coordinate activity.
• Assist in replacing medical gases on wards when required.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Follow instructions

Adaptability

Patient care empathy

Job description

To transfer patients in a safe and appropriate manner to and from the wards and departments via means of walking, wheelchair, stretcher or beds. Use of task management system (HIVE) to enable effective management of activity within the portering service including the use of a two-way radio system. To convey blood specimens in a safe manner from wards/departments to Pathology department. Conveyance of patient notes and x-rays to and from wards/departments. Removal of deceased bodies from wards/departments to the mortuary in a safe and dignified manner and to assist in viewing in the absence of the mortuary technician. To accept coroners cases into the mortuary in the absence of the mortuary technician. Conveyance of deceased patients from ambulance to the mortuary. To replace medical gasses where necessary on wards/departments for the requirements of patients within the contracted hours. To assist in the transfer of seriously injured patients from the ambulance/helicopter to the A & E department. To use the designated blood tracking system to give a more traceable structure for the benefit of both the patient and the department. To help the movement of medical supplies. To help transport, where specifically requested, in a safe manner patients from wards to theatres and vice versa after hours, between 20:00pm-08:00am., To transfer patients in a safe and appropriate manner to and from the wards and departments via means of walking, wheelchair, stretcher or beds. Use of task management system (HIVE) to enable effective management of activity within the portering service including the use of a two-way radio system. To convey blood specimens in a safe manner from wards/departments to Pathology department. Conveyance of patient notes and x-rays to and from wards/departments. Removal of deceased bodies from wards/departments to the mortuary in a safe and dignified manner and to assist in viewing in the absence of the mortuary technician. To accept coroners cases into the mortuary in the absence of the mortuary technician. Conveyance of deceased patients from ambulance to the mortuary. To replace medical gasses where necessary on wards/departments for the requirements of patients within the contracted hours. To assist in the transfer of seriously injured patients from the ambulance/helicopter to the A & E department. To use the designated blood tracking system to give a more traceable structure for the benefit of both the patient and the department. To help the movement of medical supplies. To help transport, where specifically requested, in a safe manner patients from wards to theatres and vice versa after hours, between 20:00pm-08:00am.

A DBS check is a background check that reveals any criminal convictions, cautions, reprimands, or warnings. The level of check required depends on the role,

• Ability to work as part of a team. Ability to understand and carry out instructions. Ability to listen and have good communication skills.
• To act on own initiative & adapt quickly to change. Ability to work under pressure in a busy environment. To maintain professionalism and demonstrate care and compassion with patients and other service users, Understanding of Health & Safety Understanding of Customer Care
• Experience of working in a Healthcare Environment. Experience of working in a logistics services environment.
• Customer Care Training Manual Handling Training
• Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester is the largest health academic campus in Europe. With 10 hospitals and a wide range of community services, we care for over 1 million people every year, and our team of over 30,000 people is at the heart of everything we do.You'll be working alongside colleagues from all backgrounds, supporting people from every walk of life, and learning something new every day. We believe that everyone should feel welcome, respected, and valued at work. You can bring your whole self to MFT, knowing that your unique perspective and experiences are celebrated here.You'll find that we're committed to helping you grow - whether you want to develop new skills, progress in your career, or simply make a difference in your community. We offer equal opportunities for everyone, and we'll support you with training, development, and a caring environment where your health, wellbeing, and safety matter.Most importantly, you'll be part of a team where working together and supporting each other is everything. You'll make new friends, build strong relationships, and have a real voice in shaping the future of our Trust. Please note that this is not a role that MFT will offer sponsorship for, so you will need to ensure you have your own ongoing right to work in the UK.At MFT we're All Here For You - every step of the way. Join us today., As part of our commitment to safeguarding patients and staff, many roles at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. This is a standard process across the NHS and helps us ensure a safe environment for everyone.