Job summary
Applications are invited from suitable candidates who wish to join the Radiology Department in the position of Porter. We work around a 7 day week and extended working day (8am - 6am). We have several posts available.
The department team consists of a mix of full time and part time porters. Vacancies in this area are rare and this is an excellent opportunity for you to join our friendly team of porters and radiographic staff.
Applicants must have good communication skills, should be neatly presented and should be willing to work as part of a team. The role is very physical and involves a lot of manual and patient handling/moving tasks.
Previous experience of working with the public and in a hospital setting is preferable.
Main duties of the job
1.To assist in the moving and transfer of patients as required in the x-ray, CT, MRI and Ultrasound examination rooms (to include pat-sliding and log rolling following appropriate training)
2.To carry out miscellaneous errands between departments and wards, including a messenger service if required
About us
At the RUH we put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone's contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on.
We are proud to be in thetop 20 best hospitals to work for in the country.
We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks - celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.
A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.
We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We've even got a pool!
We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we're providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research.
Job description
Job responsibilities
1. To work effectively in a team with other porters and radiology staff to ensure the safe movement of patients and their notes to and from the Radiology department
2. Coordination and communication with the Radiographers, RDAs and Radiology Nurses to ensure the safe arrival and return of in-patients to the imaging department. This will include being able to relay important information to and from the Radiology department to nursing
3. To assist in the moving and transfer of patients as required in the Radiology examination rooms (to include pat-sliding and log rolling following appropriate training)
4. To carry out miscellaneous errands between departments and wards, including a messenger service if required
5. To maintain x-ray wheelchairs and trolleys (including MRI compatible specialist transfer equipment). Ensuring fitness for use including reporting faults and arranging temporary replacement equipment whilst repairs are underway.
6. To be responsible for ensuring a high standard of cleanliness of transport equipment in line with infection prevention and control policy and procedure
7. To move furniture and equipment as required
8. To ensure that all reasonable care and precautions are taken to prevent damage and accidents to staff and equipment
9. Use of initiative to enable an efficient service to include an awareness of the implications of delays in patients transfer to the Radiology department
10. To report any equipment faults to a senior member of Radiographic staff
11. To be polite and respectful to patients and ensure that patients dignity is respected at all times
12. To reassure patients and their relatives whilst transporting them to the department and ensuring their basic care needs are attended to.
13. To maintain a high standard of appearance and hygiene
Job description
Job responsibilities
1. To work effectively in a team with other porters and radiology staff to ensure the safe movement of patients and their notes to and from the Radiology department
2. Coordination and communication with the Radiographers, RDAs and Radiology Nurses to ensure the safe arrival and return of in-patients to the imaging department. This will include being able to relay important information to and from the Radiology department to nursing
3. To assist in the moving and transfer of patients as required in the Radiology examination rooms (to include pat-sliding and log rolling following appropriate training)
4. To carry out miscellaneous errands between departments and wards, including a messenger service if required
5. To maintain x-ray wheelchairs and trolleys (including MRI compatible specialist transfer equipment). Ensuring fitness for use including reporting faults and arranging temporary replacement equipment whilst repairs are underway.
6. To be responsible for ensuring a high standard of cleanliness of transport equipment in line with infection prevention and control policy and procedure
7. To move furniture and equipment as required
8. To ensure that all reasonable care and precautions are taken to prevent damage and accidents to staff and equipment
9. Use of initiative to enable an efficient service to include an awareness of the implications of delays in patients transfer to the Radiology department
10. To report any equipment faults to a senior member of Radiographic staff
11. To be polite and respectful to patients and ensure that patients dignity is respected at all times
12. To reassure patients and their relatives whilst transporting them to the department and ensuring their basic care needs are attended to.
13. To maintain a high standard of appearance and hygiene
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Ability and willingness to work as part of a team and accept feedback
- Ability to move heavy equipment
- Proven experience of working with the general public
Desirable
- Previous portering experience in a hospital setting
Knowledge
Essential
- Basic numerical and literacy
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Ability and willingness to work as part of a team and accept feedback
- Ability to move heavy equipment
- Proven experience of working with the general public
Desirable
- Previous portering experience in a hospital setting
Knowledge
Essential
- Basic numerical and literacy
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.
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).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
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).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
