Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Porter
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Job Description
To transfer patients in a safe and appropriate manner to and from the wards and departments via means of walking, wheelchair, stretcher, or beds.
- Use of task management system (HIVE) to enable effective management of activity within the portering service including the use of a two-way radio system.
- To convey blood specimens in a safe manner from wards/departments to Pathology department.
- Conveyance of patient notes and x-rays to and from wards/departments.
- Removal of deceased bodies from wards/departments to the mortuary in a safe and dignified manner and to assist in viewing in the absence of the mortuary technician.
- To accept coroners cases into the mortuary in the absence of the mortuary technician.
- Conveyance of deceased patients from ambulance to the mortuary.
- To replace medical gasses where necessary on wards/departments for the requirements of patients within the contracted hours.
- To assist in the transfer of seriously injured patients from the ambulance/helicopter to the A & E department.
- To use the designated blood tracking system to give a more traceable structure for the benefit of both the patient and the department.
- To help the movement of medical supplies.
- To help transport, where specifically requested, in a safe manner patients from wards to theatres and vice versa after hours, between 20:00pm-08:00am.
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About the Trust
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester is the largest health academic campus in Europe. With 10 hospitals and a wide range of community services, we care for over 1 million people every year, and our team of over 30,000 people is at the heart of everything we do.
- You’ll be working alongside colleagues from all backgrounds, supporting people from every walk of life, and learning something new every day.
- We believe that everyone should feel welcome, respected, and valued at work. You can bring your whole self to MFT, knowing that your unique perspective and experiences are celebrated here.
- You’ll find that we’re committed to helping you grow - whether you want to develop new skills, progress in your career, or simply make a difference in your community.
- We offer equal opportunities for everyone, and we’ll support you with training, development, and a caring environment where your health, wellbeing, and safety matter.
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Most importantly, you’ll be part of a team where working together and supporting each other is everything. You’ll make new friends, build strong relationships, and have a real voice in shaping the future of our Trust.
Please note that this is not a role that MFT will offer sponsorship for, so you will need to ensure you have your own ongoing right to work in the UK.
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Contact Information
For further details / informal visits contact:
- Name: Steve Dale
- Job title: Manager Logistics
- Email address: steven.dale@sodexo.com
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