Porter (X-ray Department)

Work as a team member with a flexible approach within the Facilities Department. To provide a comprehensive service to the Hospital, undertaking scheduled and unscheduled movement of patients and materials as required for the benefits of clients, staff, relatives and visitors, complying with current legislation, and any other duties commensurate with the grading of the post.,

• Providing direct support to the X-ray Department at Worthing Hospital


• Transferring patients between various areas of the hospital


• Ensuring the safe movement of medical equipment


• Transporting clinical waste and dangerous materials


• Transferring the deceased to the mortuary


• Collecting cylinders, moving beds.


• Understanding of Health and Safety and Environmental Regulations for safe transfer of patients and in general terms relating to visitors and staff.
  
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As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.