About this role
Job summary
A Vacancy has arisen within the Facilities for a Porter to join our team. We are looking for a motivated person with a positive attitude. A good team player with good communication skills.
The successful candidate will be flexible to cover the demands of the service and be able to adapt to changes within the department and have the ability and initiative to learn new skills and work independently. The role is physical and requires walking for long periods of time.
Candidates must be willing to pursue relevant training and be competent in learning to drive a small electric tug within the hospital and grounds. Have basic IT knowledge. Must be reliable and be able to prioritise workload.
Main duties of the job
Permanent, full time position
To meet the requirements of the post, the porter will provide an effective service for the Rotherham General Hospital, escorting patients between wards and departments via wheelchair and Bed. Transporting equipment, mail, meals, specimens, linen, waste and moving furniture. Required to use electric Tug to transport waste and linen.
Out of Hours working under their own volition, i.e. prioritising their own jobs, and taking direction from the Supervisor.
Work in high-pressure areas to ensure safe and timely patient transfers.
Required to carry a mobile telephone to access patient transfers of the electronic Teletracking system. May be required to drive Trust vehicle as and when required.
About us
The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham
As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey ,show progress in areas that matter most to staff. We have seen good results in how colleagues feel about health and wellbeing, alongside increased confidence that employees are recognised and supported
But don't just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making
All of our colleagues are key to our journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence
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Job description Job responsibilities
Please see attached the job description and person specification for the full details about the role and the responsibilities.
Person Specification
Experience Desirable
Knowledge of Hospital environment
Knowledge Essential
Theoretical and practical knowledge of Basic Health & Safety
Desirable
Policies, practices and procedures e.g. NHS national policies, standards, requirements and directions that relate to job role.
Physical and Practical Essential
Ability to perform Moving & Handling tasks and use electric tugs and movers to transfer items around the Trust site. Use own initiative when dealing with day-to-day tasks.
Qualifications Essential
Basic numeracy and ability to read and write English
Desirable
Due to the nature of the role it is essential that applicants are able to travel independently between TRFT sites and for patient visits in the Rotherham area and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes. If necessary, adjustments can be considered in accordance with the Equality Act 2010. Willing to work towards relevant NVQ qualification. Computer literate
Have you been referred to apply under the Widening Participation Agenda? Essential
If so, please provide us with the organisation that referred you to enable us to validate your application
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.
Employer details Employer name The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust
Address The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust
Woodside Building
Moorgate Road
Rotherham
S60 2UD
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.therotherhamft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)