Bank Theatre Porter

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Bank Theatre Porter

Hours: Flexible Zero hour contract

Location: Euxton Hall Hospital Chorley

The role:

We have a great opportunity for a Bank Theatre Porter to join our team at Euxton Hall Hospital. You will be an integral part of a team who are committed to delivering the highest quality clinical outcomes in a supported environment where you will be valued for your skills and expertise.

With a strong focus on customer service our team of Bank Porters provide a vital service in our hospital. Although escorting patients in a safe and friendly manner is a key function of the role you will also be required to provide general porter services to all hospital departments. Duties will include management of waste transit of blood and specimens changing and handling of gas cylinders and manual handling of equipment.

Key responsibilities:

• Changing and handling of gas cylinders

• Adhering to Health and Safety standards

• Carrying out minor repairs and general maintenance tasks

• Completing daily van runs for transport and delivery purposes

• Conducting routine security checks of the hospital

• Management of clinical and non-clinical waste

• Supporting laundry services as required

• Supervising and liaising with contractors on-site

• Performing planned preventative maintenance checks

• Providing internal and external postal services

• Management of deliveries

• Moving patients and material around the hospital as directed by the clinical team

• Obtaining of supplies and equipment to replenish all departments in the hospital

What youll bring with you:

• Professional and confident IT skills

• A valid drivers licence is essential for this role

• Strong English and Mathematics skills

• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal

• The ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Initiative with a flexible and proactive approach to work

• Good attention to detail

• Excellent customer service experience

• Experience in working within a challenging environment

• Previous Healthcare experience (desirable not required)

Where you will be based:

Opened in 1983 Euxton Hall Private Hospital is one of Lancashires leading private hospitals situated on the outskirts of Chorley but close to Preston and Wigan with easy access to the M65 M6 and M61 motorways. The facility offers 22 beds all with en suite facilities to ensure complete privacy and by investing in advanced medical technology offers a wide range of treatments and services. On site there are two fully equipped ultra clean air theatres and a small treatment room.

Benefits:

• Bank Weekly Pay

• Bank Enhancements

• Contributory pension scheme

• Excellent training and development opportunities

• Free parking and subsidised staff restaurant (subject to site facilities)

• Free uniform

• Access to Blue Light Card

What is a Bank Contract:

A Bank contract at Ramsay Health Care UK is a flexible employment agreement where you are not committed to a set number of hours per week. Instead you work on an ad-hoc basis filling in shifts that we have available in our hospitals. A Bank contract is ideal for individuals seeking flexibility as it allows you to choose shifts that fit your availability leaving you with a greater work-life balance. Bank contracts are also a fantastic way to secure additional income alongside other contracted work. Our Bank staff play a crucial role in maintaining service levels during peak times or staff shortages ensuring that patient care remains uninterrupted.

About us:

Ramsay Health Care UK is a well-established global hospital group with over 60 years experience. We are a global provider operating in 11 countries with 77000 staff who treat 8 million patients each year. It is well respected within the healthcare industry and is one of the leading providers of independent hospital services in England. We are well known for our strong long-standing relationship with the NHS.

We love people with a positive can do attitude who want to make a difference in their work. Our employees are Ramsay. The skills and commitment of our employees forms the basis for our success.

We know our people are our greatest asset our business is growing and we would like you to join us. The Ramsay Way culture recognises that people staff and doctors are Ramsay Health Cares most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success.

We are proud of our Speak Up for Safety programme and ensure that the patient is at the heart of everything we do. Join us and have more Time to Care.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

We value your application and welcome any questions you may have prior to applying.

Please be advised that we reserve the right to close our advertisements prior to the announced closing date to ensure a quality recruitment process.

We care. Its more than what we do its who we are. Everything we do is about striving to deliver the best care. And its a belief thats as true today as it was when we welcomed our first patients in 1964. The Ramsay Way culture recognises that our people are our most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to background and DBS checks.

We are proud to support the UKs Armed Forces and Reservists and have already achieved the Silver Award as part of the MODs Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme. The scheme recognises employers who actively support Defence while encouraging other organisations to adopt the same behaviours in their workplace. As a company we are committed to supporting the wider Armed Forces community and this includes our staff as well as our patients.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults children and young people at risk. We expect all employees to share this commitment and behave in a way that supports it. All successful candidates will be provided with safeguarding training appropriate to their role.