Overview
We are looking for a Porter to join our team here at Furness General Hospital.
You should be hard working, punctual and able to work on your own initiative or as part of a team.
Responsibilities
* Support the clinical teams in maintaining the optimum environment for patients
* Support patient movement, removal and disposal of waste, handling of medical gases
Working hours
1 x 32.5 hours per week, worked over 7-day rota
Requirements
* Hard working, punctual and able to work on your own initiative or as part of a team
* Undertake routine portering activities which are task driven
* Operate under the direction of the Patient Environment Services at One Lancashire and South Cumbria
* Work in line with the National Cleaning Standards, department standing Operational Procedures and Trust Policies
* Demonstrate a basic level of competence within a limited amount of time
About the organisation
* We operate from Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as community premises including Millom Hospital, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, Ulverston Community Health Centre and GP Practice
* FGH and RLI have Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and a range of Consultant-led services
* WGH provides General Hospital services with an Urgent Treatment Centre for non-life threatening conditions
* All three main hospitals provide planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery
Why choose OneLSC and University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust
* A vibrant, diverse, and inclusive healthcare community
* Cutting-edge facilities and technology
* Opportunities for continuous professional development
* A culture that values and recognizes your contributions
Closing date
This advert closes on Wednesday 17 Sep 2025
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