Job summary
Housekeeper/Porter (Band 2) Worcestershire Acute NHS Hospital Trust Kidderminster Treatment Centre.
There are a wide range of day surgical patients visiting our busy operating department at Kidderminster Treatment Centre.
You will need to be flexible, and adaptable and have a real team ethic as you will be supporting the theatre team to maintain high standards of cleanliness for our patients and visitors. You will carry out general cleaning duties in all areas of the department using appropriate materials and equipment.You will also be involved in portering duties including assisting staff in the transfer of patients, the movement, and storage of equipment, and ensuring the safe movement of specimens to other departments.
The post is full time 37.5hours (4 days) per week. Shifts start at 8am and finish at 18.00hrs on three days with one day 17.30 finish.
You will attend the Trust Clinical Induction Programme and a local induction in your work area. Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check at enhanced level.
Main duties of the job
Clean allocated work area to the agreed standards and frequencies as detailed in work schedules. Carry out specialised cleaning tasks; including isolation rooms, theatres etc. to agreed standards and wearing correct PPE as required.
To assist with moving HSDU trolleys both to and from Theatres, storing them as policy
The recording of information so that accurate records of processes are maintained.
Have the ability to follow instructions and to suggest changes in working practices
Undertake the safe removal of body fluid spillages in public and communal areas in line with policy/guidelines
To act as a mentor for newly appointed staff, providing on job training and instructions
To clean using the correct method, equipment and materials.
Remove waste from work area and place at collection points in line with departmental procedure
To assist with the safe movement of specimens and specimen bags for collection and redistribution
Comply with the Trust Infection Control policies and procedures.
Use mechanical equipment as required.
Report defective equipment to the team leader/department lead and estates.
Clean equipment after use
Use all cleaning chemicals in a safe and appropriate manner.
Working at heights as required
Assist with the collection and storage of gas cylinders
To assist with appropriate audits and water flushing according to policy
Participation in annual personal development review and unit meetings
About us
Our purpose is simple - Putting Patients First. We are looking for exceptional colleagues who can help us achieve this.
Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust is a large acute and specialised hospital trust that provides a range of local acute services to the residents of Worcestershire and more specialised services to a larger population in Herefordshire and beyond.
The Trust operates hospital-based services from three sites in Kidderminster, Redditch and Worcester
Our workforce is over 7,000 strong, and our caring staff are recognised as providing good and outstanding patient-centred care. You could be one of them.
We are committed to recruiting the best people to work with us to achieve our Vision - working in partnership to provide the best healthcare for our communities, leading and supporting our teams to move 4ward. Our 4ward behaviours, which we ask all staff to demonstrate, underpin our everyday work and remain firmly at the heart of all we do.
Our objectives are simple:
- Best services for local people
- Best experience of care and best outcomes for our patients
- Best use of resources
- Best people
Better never stops, and our Clinical Services Strategy provides a clear future vision for our Trust, our hospitals, our services and our role in the wider health and care system.
We are proud to have achieved Timewise accreditation - this means we are committed to embedding flexible working within our organisation as a flex positive employer.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Working Relationships:
Ward and Departmental staff; patients and visitors.
Job Purpose:
To assist in maintaining a clean and hygienic environment for patients, staff and visitors. To carry out general cleaning duties in all areas of the department and to apply specialist-cleaning methods using appropriate materials and equipment where necessary.
Key Duties:
Clean allocated work area to the agreed standards and frequencies as detailed in work schedules. Carry out specialised cleaning tasks; including isolation rooms, theatres etc. to agreed standards.
To assist with moving HSDU trolleys both to and from Theatres, storing them as policy
To assist registered practitioners transfer patients on trollies to other areas as required.
The recording of information so that accurate records of processes are maintained.
Have the ability to follow instructions and to suggest changes in working practices
Undertake the safe removal of body fluid spillages in public and communal areas in line with IPCT guidelines
To act as a mentor for newly appointed staff, providing on job training and instruction
Occasional exposure to distressing circumstances e.g. vulnerable/aggressive patients
Wear the correct PPE at all times and in line with IPCT guidelines
To clean using the correct method, equipment and materials.
Remove waste from work area and place at collection points in line with departmental procedures
To undertake the cleaning of all surfaces including edges, ledges, fixtures and fittings.
To undertake the cleaning of all hard and soft floors using the correct method and equipment.
To clean sanitary areas using the correct method and equipment.
To carry out high and low level cleaning using the correct method and equipment.
To assist with the safe movement of specimens and specimen bags for collection and redistribution
Ensure that all work is carried out in a safe manner and hazard warning signs are displayed.
Comply with the Trust Infection Control policies and procedures.
Use mechanical equipment as required.
Report defective equipment to the team leader/department lead and estates.
Clean equipment after use
Use all cleaning chemicals in a safe and appropriate manner.
Working at heights as required
Cleaning of ventilation grilles and light fittings.
Assist with the collection and storage of gas cylinders.
To assist with appropriate audits and water flushing according to policy
Participation in annual personal development review and unit meetings
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Working Relationships:
Ward and Departmental staff; patients and visitors.
Job Purpose:
To assist in maintaining a clean and hygienic environment for patients, staff and visitors. To carry out general cleaning duties in all areas of the department and to apply specialist-cleaning methods using appropriate materials and equipment where necessary.
Key Duties:
Clean allocated work area to the agreed standards and frequencies as detailed in work schedules. Carry out specialised cleaning tasks; including isolation rooms, theatres etc. to agreed standards.
To assist with moving HSDU trolleys both to and from Theatres, storing them as policy
To assist registered practitioners transfer patients on trollies to other areas as required.
The recording of information so that accurate records of processes are maintained.
Have the ability to follow instructions and to suggest changes in working practices
Undertake the safe removal of body fluid spillages in public and communal areas in line with IPCT guidelines
To act as a mentor for newly appointed staff, providing on job training and instruction
Occasional exposure to distressing circumstances e.g. vulnerable/aggressive patients
Wear the correct PPE at all times and in line with IPCT guidelines
To clean using the correct method, equipment and materials.
Remove waste from work area and place at collection points in line with departmental procedures
To undertake the cleaning of all surfaces including edges, ledges, fixtures and fittings.
To undertake the cleaning of all hard and soft floors using the correct method and equipment.
To clean sanitary areas using the correct method and equipment.
To carry out high and low level cleaning using the correct method and equipment.
To assist with the safe movement of specimens and specimen bags for collection and redistribution
Ensure that all work is carried out in a safe manner and hazard warning signs are displayed.
Comply with the Trust Infection Control policies and procedures.
Use mechanical equipment as required.
Report defective equipment to the team leader/department lead and estates.
Clean equipment after use
Use all cleaning chemicals in a safe and appropriate manner.
Working at heights as required
Cleaning of ventilation grilles and light fittings.
Assist with the collection and storage of gas cylinders.
To assist with appropriate audits and water flushing according to policy
Participation in annual personal development review and unit meetings
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- General cleaning experience
Desirable
- Cleaning experience in a healthcare or theatre environment
- Experience in use of cleaning equipment
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Polite
- Understand and carry out instructions accurately
- Team working skills
- Good self-organisation skills
- Positive attitude
- Ability to communicate with staff, patients and visitors
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- The candidate must have knowledge of the following or be prepared to undertake the relevant training
- Basic Health & Safety
- Manual Handling
- Customer Care
- COSHH
Desirable
- Basic knowledge of electrical safety
Other Job Requirements
Essential
- Working with hazardous chemicals
- Safe removal of body fluids
- Working at Height
- Occasional exposure to distressing circumstances e.g. vulnerable patients
- Varied shifts and weekends will be required.
Qualifications
Essential
- Basic Education
- Cleaning experience in a Healthcare or similar environment.
- Experience in use of cleaning equipment
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- General cleaning experience
Desirable
- Cleaning experience in a healthcare or theatre environment
- Experience in use of cleaning equipment
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Polite
- Understand and carry out instructions accurately
- Team working skills
- Good self-organisation skills
- Positive attitude
- Ability to communicate with staff, patients and visitors
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- The candidate must have knowledge of the following or be prepared to undertake the relevant training
- Basic Health & Safety
- Manual Handling
- Customer Care
- COSHH
Desirable
- Basic knowledge of electrical safety
Other Job Requirements
Essential
- Working with hazardous chemicals
- Safe removal of body fluids
- Working at Height
- Occasional exposure to distressing circumstances e.g. vulnerable patients
- Varied shifts and weekends will be required.
Qualifications
Essential
- Basic Education
- Cleaning experience in a Healthcare or similar environment.
- Experience in use of cleaning equipment
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.
