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Radiology Porter - INTERNAL

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Healthcare
    Facilities Management
  • Newport

AI generated summary

  • You need basic education, literacy, numeracy, and the ability to handle physical tasks under pressure. Previous portering or healthcare experience is preferred, and Welsh speaking is a plus.
  • You will transport patients to and from the Radiology Department for procedures, ensuring timely transfers to maximize service delivery and support patient care.

Requirements

  • Essential criteria
  • Basic general education
  • Literate & Numerate
  • Desirable criteria
  • Previous Portering Experience
  • Desirable criteria
  • Experience of working in a healthcare or hospitality environment
  • Essential criteria
  • Physical - Able to undertake manual handling requirements of the role
  • Mental - Able to work under pressure
  • Maintain concentration when undertaking tasks
  • Working Conditions - Cleaning which may include bodily fluids
  • Desirable criteria
  • Welsh Speaker

Responsibilities

  • The role fulfils and essential function in relation to patient care pathway in ensuring the effective and timely transfer of patients for diagnostics, thereby maximising service delivery.
  • Portering – to transport patients to and from the Radiology Department (Main X-Ray, CT/MRI and Ultrasound) from the wards for their procedure.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title for this position is Radiology Porter.

What type of organization is Aneurin Bevan University Health Board?

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is a multi-award winning NHS organization that provides integrated acute, primary, and community care.

What is the working schedule for the Radiology Porter position?

The working schedule for the Radiology Porter position is a 37.5 hours working week, which includes weekend and Bank Holiday working on a rota basis.

Is the ability to speak Welsh a requirement for this position?

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable, but English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

What are some of the main duties of a Radiology Porter?

Main duties include transporting patients to and from the Radiology Department for their procedures and ensuring effective and timely transfers to maximize service delivery.

What benefits does Aneurin Bevan University Health Board offer?

The Health Board offers a fantastic benefits package, extensive training and development opportunities, flexible working, and supports a healthy work-life balance.

Are there any educational requirements for this position?

Yes, the essential educational requirements are a basic general education, being literate and numerate.

Is there any temporary pay increase associated with this role?

Yes, there is a temporary top-up for Bands 2 and 3 to reflect the incorporation of the top-up to the living wage of £12.60 per hour.

Can applicants submit their applications in Welsh?

Yes, applicants are invited to apply in Welsh, and any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than those made in English.

What type of experience is desirable for the Radiology Porter position?

Desirable experience includes previous portering experience and experience of working in a healthcare or hospitality environment.

Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees
2009
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board was established on the 1st October 2009 and covers the areas of Blaenau Gwent, Caerphilly, Monmouthshire, Newport, Torfaen and South Powys. The Health Board employs over 14,000 staff, two thirds of whom are involved in direct patient care. There are more than 250 consultants in a total of over 1000 hospital and general practice doctors, 6,000 nurses, midwives, allied professionals and community workers