University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
Porter
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University Sussex Hospital NHS Trust
University Sussex Hospital NHS Trust provides General Hospital Services to Brighton and Hove, the West of East Sussex and Mid Sussex and more specialised tertiary services across the south east of England.
Our Ambition
Our ambition is to be known for the quality and safety of our clinical services and for treating our patients, their families and each other with kindness and compassion.
Our Success
We will have succeeded if our patients feel we have done the best we can do by them and our staff feeling their contribution is recognised and valued.
Regional Teaching Hospital
As the regional teaching hospital we work with our partner medical school and the KSS Postgraduate Deanery to undertake research and to educate and train current and future NHS staff.
Porters Vacancy
If you have applied within the last 6 months you do not need to re-apply for the Porters Vacancy until this time has expired.
Role Purpose
To provide a high quality, prompt and efficient Porter service to patients, staff and visitors and to undertake the movement of patients, equipment, documentation, food etc. in an efficient and safe manner.
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- Maintain clean and safe equipment and environment in accordance with the Porter SLA (Service Level Agreement)
- Be responsive to service needs as they arise
- Constantly seek to improve the productivity and quality of the service
- Undertake necessary duties to ensure maintenance of an efficient Porter Service in both patient and non-patient environments
Ensure personal conduct is of the highest standard at all times while on the hospital premises, exhibiting courtesy and efficiency to patients, visitors and users of the service at all times.
All work must be undertaken in line with health, safety, security and Trust policies and procedures including infection control. When required, you may need to assist with the emergency and evacuation procedures e.g., major incidents/alerts systems, bomb alerts and fire procedures in accordance with Trust policy.
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The post holder will need to be fully aware of the Trust’s Values and Behaviours initiative and act accordingly.
Diversity and Inclusion
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
Candidate Pack
For further details / informal visits contact:
- Name: Luke Coomber
- Job title: Portering Duty Manager
- Email address: Luke.coomber2@nhs.net
- Telephone number: 07723629406
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