Radiology porter

NHS; Warrington; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative healthcare organization is seeking dedicated individuals to join their Radiology Portering team. This role is vital for ensuring safe and compassionate transport of patients across various hospital departments while maintaining their dignity. Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong communication and teamwork skills, contributing to a positive patient experience. The position offers flexible working patterns and the opportunity to be part of a caring and ambitious team committed to excellent patient outcomes. If you are passionate about making a difference in healthcare, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Good general education is essential for this role.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients and deceased individuals safely between hospital departments.
• Maintain patient privacy and dignity during transfers.

Skills

Good communication skills

Team player

Education

Good general education

Job description

Job Summary

Previous applicants need not apply

The Radiology Department is seeking enthusiastic new staff to join the Radiology Portering team. We are a dedicated imaging team committed to providing a first-class service to patients and clinical users.

We operate a busy department, working 12-hour shifts across 7 days per week. The successful candidates will be required to work evenings and weekends on a rotational basis.

Main Duties

The role involves transporting patients from various hospital areas to different Radiology departments. Responsibilities also include mortuary transfers, using a dedicated van, and liaising with ward/radiographic staff to ensure safe patient transfer, including handling equipment like drip stands, infusion pumps, chest drains, and personal belongings.

Maintaining patient privacy and dignity at all times, demonstrating care and compassion, are essential aspects of the role.

About Us

Warrington and Halton Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is a caring, ambitious, and innovative organization committed to excellent patient outcomes and a positive staff experience. We aim to be outstanding for our patients, communities, and staff, striving to be a great place to receive healthcare, work, and learn.

Located in the Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care system, our hospitals serve a population of 330,000 across Warrington and Halton boroughs. Warrington Hospital provides emergency, critical care, and maternity services, while Halton Hospital focuses on elective procedures and the Runcorn Urgent Treatment Centre, with many services offered at both sites and in community hubs.

We are a CQC-rated 'good' organization with 'outstanding' features, working towards university hospital status, having achieved teaching hospital status in 2019. Our workforce of nearly 5,000 includes over 50 nationalities. We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, and have received various external accreditations, working towards the Anti-Racist Organisation Framework.

Details

• Date posted: 07 May 2025
• Pay scheme: Agenda for change
• Band: Band 2
• Salary: £24,169 a year
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
• Reference number: 370-CSS2RAD-1584
• Location: Warrington Hospital, Lovely Lane, Warrington, WA5 1QG

Job Description & Responsibilities

Please see the attached job description. The main duties include the transfer of patients to Radiology from all hospital areas and the transfer of deceased patients to the mortuary.

Person Specification

Qualifications (Essential): Good general education

Skills (Essential): Good communication skills

Physical Skills (Essential): Team player

Additional Information

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required prior to employment.

Employer Details

Name: Warrington and Halton Teaching Hospitals NHSFT

Address: Warrington Hospital, Lovely Lane, Warrington, WA5 1QG

Website: https://whh.nhs.uk