Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust
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Bank General Porter - July
General Porter – Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust
About the Role
Porters at Northampton General Hospital are the main support for the hospital’s site in the secure and safe transfer of patients and equipment. This vital role spans 25+ wards and 60+ clinics, ensuring excellent service delivery and operational efficiency.
Duties and Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
- Safe and professional transfer of patients using wheelchairs, stretchers, and hospital beds
- Movement of clinical equipment, collecting and delivering medical post
- Careful handling of medical gases and facilities maintenance (e.g., cleaning porters’ trolleys)
- Supporting radiology transfers (optional rota-based placement)
- Assisting in the movement of deceased patients from wards
- Contributing to multi-disciplinary teams while maintaining a high standard of patient care
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Shift Requirements
- Full 24/7 rota, including weekends and bank holidays (initially structured, subject to adjustment at short notice).
- The exact shift pattern depends on overnight preferences and operational demand.
Key Attributes & Skills
- Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently with limited supervision
- Physical fitness to cope with demanding tasks (lifting, transfers, repetitive movements)
- Confident, patient-focused attitude under pressure
- Flexibility to adapt to diverse demands
About the Employer
Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust belongs to University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHNM), a growing network with Kettering General Hospital. We are committed to:
- Excellent patient care through a cohesive support network
- Efficiency and innovation, embracing modernisation and diversity.
- Ensuring equality, inclusion and regulatory benchmarks, from the Board’s Leadership Team to our supportive ügyi teams.
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As a vital team member, you will join a dynamic, collaborative environment where underrepresented groups (e.g., **BAME, disabledколлеги 같이) and LGBTQ+ communities are welcomed and empowered.
For further information, contact: Craig Fraser, Manager, Porters Services 📧 craig.fraser7@nhs.net ☎ 01604 545584
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