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An opportunity is available for a reliable and compassionate Hospital Patient Porter to support the safe and efficient movement of patients, equipment and essential items throughout a busy healthcare environment. You will play an important role in helping clinical teams deliver timely care while ensuring patients are treated with dignity, respect and sensitivity at all times. The role involves transporting patients to and from wards, departments, clinics, theatres and diagnostic areas, using wheelchairs, stretchers and beds as appropriate.

Your responsibilities will include checking that patient movement requests are accurate, confirming patient identity in line with procedures, and communicating clearly with patients, relatives and healthcare professionals. You may also assist with the movement of medical equipment, specimens, records, linen, supplies and other items, ensuring that they are handled safely and delivered promptly. You will be expected to follow infection prevention and control guidance, manual handling procedures, health and safety requirements, and confidentiality standards. Maintaining clean and serviceable portering equipment and reporting any defects or concerns will also be part of the role.

Applicants should be physically capable of undertaking regular walking, pushing, pulling and moving tasks, with appropriate training provided where required. Previous experience in a hospital, healthcare, transport, facilities or customer service environment would be beneficial, although a positive attitude and willingness to learn are equally important. You should be dependable, well organised and able to remain calm when working under pressure. Good communication skills, a courteous manner and the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team are essential. Flexibility is required, as shifts may include evenings, weekends and public holidays. A commitment to providing a safe, respectful and patient-focused service is central to this position.