About this role
Job summary
You will need to possess good communication skills, work well as part of a team and have the ability to work in an extremely busy and challenging environment. We are committed to providing a high standard of care to our patients using a multidisciplinary approach. You will provide a Portering service in a role that consists of patient transfers and item movement. You may need to communicate with not only colleagues but also patients. Support from Supervisor will be provided as necessary.
PLEASE NOTE, WE MAY CLOSE THIS VACANCY EARLY IF WE RECEIVE HIGH NUMBERS OF APPLICATIONS.
Main duties of the job
The Portering Department currently has vacancies at Walsall Manor Hospital.
General Portering role working various hours. The Portering department provide the trust a 24/7 service.
Are you interested in working as part of a dedicated team that takes pride in patient care? If so then working within the Trust Portering Department could be just what you are looking for.We are looking for individuals who are fully committed to providing a very high standard of work to support the needs of the Trust and to meet the high standards required to provide a safe environment for the care of our patients 365 days per year which includes weekends and Bank Holidays.
Porters are responsible for patient transfers, medical gas deliveries and item/furniture movement.A flexible approach is required as you will be required to work in all areas of the Trust working various shifts which may include Mornings, Afternoons, Evenings or Nights. You will have excellent communication skills, be a team player and able to use your own initiative.
About us
Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust is an integrated Trust and the only provider of NHS acute care in Walsall, serving a population of 284,300. It provides inpatient and outpatient services at the Manor Hospital as well as a wide range of services in the community. Walsall Manor houses the full range of district general hospital services under one roof. The £170 million development was completed in 2010, and ongoing upgrades ensure the Trust now has state-of-the-art facilities, including a Critical Care Unit, Neonatal Unit, Obstetric Theatre, and Integrated Assessment Unit. A new Urgent and Emergency Care Centre, opened in March 2023, has significantly improved emergency care facilities and capacity, providing almost 5,000 square metres of additional clinical space.
Job description Job responsibilities
1.To collect post from wards. Sort the post and deliver to appropriate areas of the Trust.
2.To collect deceased patients from the ward and take them to the Mortuary and complete the appropriate documentation.
3.To arrange viewing of deceased patients in the Mortuary out of hours in extreme situations in accordance with hospital policy.
4.To move patients in the Trust on beds, chairs and trolleys on request.
5.To deliver and collect urgent medical case notes.
6.To collect dirty laundry from designated ward areas.
7.To replace medical gases on wards as requested, taking the empty gas cylinders back to the designated holding stores.
9.To deliver pharmacy products to wards as per schedules.
10.To move equipment and furniture around the site on request, following a Risk Assessment.
11.To comply with the Bed Policy for replacement beds and mattresses, and the issue of beds from the Bed Store.
12.To change medical gas manifolds as necessary.
13.To collect and deliver items on cages and trolleys to all required areas.
14.To deliver bloods and specimens to Pathology and to wards.
15.To assist with the transfer of patients between beds, trolleys, chairs.
16.To respond to fast-track/emergency requests.
17.To carry trust issued communication devices (i.e. Bleeps, radios, mobile devices etc).
18.To be proficient in the use of patient slides.
19.To be responsible for the care of patients during transportation to and from wards and departments on beds, trollies and chairs.
20.To deal with patients in your care that become violent and aggressive, and their relatives, before security attend.
21.To attend all mandatory training and any other training deemed necessary for the post holder to carry out their duties.
22.To wear the uniform as issued and maintain an appearance at a standard commensurate with the duties and role of the post.
23.To wear an ID badge as issued in the interests of security in accordance with the Trust policy.
24.To comply with Statutory and Health Authority Policies on Health & Safety Regulations and Governance.
25.To follow all department Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIOINS Essential
Able to read and write. Basic Education to GCSE Grade 4, English and Mathematics or demonstrable experience in a similar role QCF Level 2 or willingness to work towards or relevant experience. Demonstrable experience is advantageous
KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE Essential
oDesirable to have some experience of working in service industry oAbility to work effectively as part of a team. oAble to demonstrate basic knowledge of Health & Safety oKnowledge of NHS Portering standards oHospital practices
SKILLS AND APTITUDES Essential
Demonstrate effective communication skill both verbally and written Demonstrable Supervisory Experience Able to support problem solving processes
OTHER Essential
Demonstrate basic computer knowledge.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
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Employer details Employer name Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust
Address Manor Hospital
Walsall
WS2 9PS
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://walsallhealthcare.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)