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 work towards NVQ Level 2 Customer Service, and have basic IT knowledge. Must be reliable and be able to prioritise workload.
Main duties of the job
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.
Due to the nature of the role it is essential that applicants are able to travel independently across the county and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes. If necessary, adjustments can be considered in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.
About us
The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust is a combined acute and community Trust serving a population of over 260,000 with over 4,500 staff. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham. We are working successfully with partners across South Yorkshire as part of the Integrated Care Board where we are leading and collaborating in several key work streams and service areas, including workforce development. We combine our patient first approach with innovation and care against a backdrop of system working, as encapsulated in our Trust values
AMBITIOUS - We set high standards for the services we deliver. We aim to be an outstanding Trust and we are enthusiastic about delivering excellent health care for our patients.
CARING - We embrace the importance of giving the highest possible quality of care for our patients. We also care for each other as colleagues and for the community, our resources, our environment and our future.
TOGETHER - We value the importance of working together with patients, carers and families to ensure that we provide high quality patient centred care. We are committed to working with partners and stakeholders across Rotherham, South Yorkshire and Bassetlaw to develop sustainable services for the population we serve. Getting the right leaders in the Trust is critical to achieving.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion, for both our patients and our workforce.
Details
Date posted
08 August 2023
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£22,383 a year per annum, pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
C9165-23-06-088
Job locations
Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust
120 Moorgate Road
Rotherham
South Yorkshire
S60 2TY
Employer details
Employer name
The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust
120 Moorgate Road
Rotherham
South Yorkshire
S60 2TY
Employer's website
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