Job summary
Based in the Facilities department working as part of a small, dedicated Portering Team.
The primary purpose of this role is to transfer patients between departments and wards in a caring and efficient manner, helping to support the flow of patients through the hospital.
Also transporting equipment such as medical gasses, linen and other items as needed.
Main duties of the job
Transferring patients by bed or chair between departments and wards as needed for their treatment through the hospital. Replace Medical gasses as and when required. Take clean linen from the linen room to the department. Remove used linen to appropriate used linen cupboard using trolly provided. Take equipment to various departments as needed.
About us
As an organisation, Somerset NHS Foundation Trust offers employees a wide range of benefits including flexible working, NHS pension scheme, generous annual leave allowance and a commitment to career development.You will be eligible for our Blue Light Card and a wide range of NHS exclusive shopping & leisure discounts.We are proud of our skilled, diverse workforce and as an inclusive employer we welcome applications from all backgrounds.Working in Somerset enables you to enjoy the idyllic countryside, areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London.There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable.Somerset offers the countryside and the cosmopolitan -- there is truly something for everyone!
Details
Date posted
21 July 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£24,465 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
184-OL-PU-2976
Job locations
Musgrove Park Hospital
Musgrove Road
Taunton
Somerset
TA1 5DA
Employer details
Employer name
Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Musgrove Park Hospital
Musgrove Road
Taunton
Somerset
TA1 5DA
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