NHS
Job title:
Porter & Security Officer – Poole Hospital
Company
NHS
Job description
University Hospitals Dorset are looking to recruit a Porter & Security Officer to provide an efficient & effective service to all wards and departments within the hospitals, 24-hours, 7-days a week. As part of the Transformation of UHD sites successful applicants will be expected to transfer to Royal Bournemouth Hospital in 2026/27Base Location: Poole Hospital/Royal BournemouthInterview Date: TBCMain duties of the job
- Transport patients to and from various locations within the hospital in a prompt, efficient and courteous manner, ensuring the safety, reassurance and comfort of patients.o Patients will be transported using wheelchair, bed or trollies; with or without oxygen and when necessary, accompanied by a Nurse Escort.o Respectful removal of the deceased to the Mortuary and completion of the necessary entries in the Mortuary Register.o Continual monitoring and replacement of gas cylinders to all areas.o The daily collection of Pharmacy boxes from wards and departments for restocking and distribution.o Contribute to the maintenance of a healthy and safe environment for patients,o Respond the requests to move furniture and equipment and to change medical gascylinders in a safe and prompt way, ensuring that removals and changes areo The delivery/collection of blood products, laboratory specimens and samples to/from wards/pathology using an electronic recording system as requiredo Respond to alarm activations, security incidents and ‘2222’ emergency calls to all Trust buildings and grounds.o Apply appropriate Prevention Management of Violence & Aggression (PMVA) up to and including restraint techniques as situations dictate
- Helicopter response
About usOur values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued teammates and colleagues.UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme.This means that some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have about this at interview.Please note if the role or service is relocated as part of a planned move, employees will not be eligible for excess mileage reimbursement. Travel from the postholder’s home to the new work base will be considered a normal commute. Any other changes not related to this relocation will be managed according to the relevant Trust or National terms and conditions.Date posted11 April 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 2Salary£24,169 a year paContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference number153-CO04445Job locationsPoole HospitalLongfleet RoadPooleBH15 2JBJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesTo understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert. Previous applicants need not aply.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesTo understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert. Previous applicants need not aply.Person SpecificationKnowledgeEssential
- Working without direct supervision
- IT proficient
Desirable
- Radio communications experience
- Work with NHS IT systems
OtherEssential
- Current Full Driving License
- Reliable/Trustworthy
Desirable
- Gas Cylinder handling
QualificationsEssential
- A good general standard of education up to and including
Desirable
- GCSE English and Math A – C level or equivalent
ExperienceEssential
- Experience in a Porter, security, or Caretaking type role
Desirable
- Previous experience within a hospital environment
Technical Skills CompetenciesEssential
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to prioritise
- Ability to use initiative Employing tact and diplomacy
Desirable
- Health & Safety
- Manual Handling
- Security
- Customer Care
Person SpecificationKnowledgeEssential
- Working without direct supervision
- IT proficient
Desirable
- Radio communications experience
- Work with NHS IT systems
OtherEssential
- Current Full Driving License
- Reliable/Trustworthy
Desirable
- Gas Cylinder handling
QualificationsEssential
- A good general standard of education up to and including
Desirable
- GCSE English and Math A – C level or equivalent
ExperienceEssential
- Experience in a Porter, security, or Caretaking type role
Desirable
- Previous experience within a hospital environment
Technical Skills CompetenciesEssential
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to prioritise
- Ability to use initiative Employing tact and diplomacy
Desirable
- Health & Safety
- Manual Handling
- Security
- Customer Care
Expected salary
£24169 per year
Location
Poole, Dorset
Job date
Mon, 14 Apr 2025 07:45:21 GMT
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