The position requires a commitment of 37.5 hours per week, with variable shift patterns that may include weekends. On-the-job training will be provided, and the post holder is expected to maintain professional standards, contribute to a positive workplace environment, and assist in general duties such as transferring patients, maintaining equipment cleanliness, and supporting theatre staff. The role emphasises patient care, teamwork, and compliance with Trust policies, ensuring a high standard of service delivery and health and safety standards.
We are seeking an enthusiastic person to join our Portering team as an Operating Department Orderly, supporting the provision of theatre services. The post holder will be expected to cover between both Main Theatre and Day Surgery Unit.
The post holder will work with multi-disciplinary teams within Main Theatres and Day Surgery Unit, to maintain a safe environment for the patient and staff. You will be expected demonstrate a basic understanding of computerised software such as Microsoft word and excel.
The candidate should be able work in a calm, logical and methodical way and be able to multi-task. They should also demonstrate an adaptable, flexible approach to work both within a team as well as being able to use their own initiative.
The post holder should ensure that they are familiar with the all Trust policies and procedures with special regards to Confidentiality, Health and Safety at Work and Fire.
On the job training for the post will be provided.
The post holder will be expected to work variable shift patterns, based on the departmental and operational needs. The post is for 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. This may extend into weekend support, based on the departmental needs.
To deliver a safe, effective and caring service, maintain excellent relationships with patients, and through this help the team achieve sound business performance.
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Patient Handling
Moving patients between beds and trolleys as required
Assisting in positioning of patients in preparation for surgery.
Transporting patients internal and external to the department
Maintaining a high standard of patient trolley cleanliness
Demonstrate a professional and polite manner when transferring patients
General Duties
Maintaining a high standard of cleanliness within the department.
Ensure that the department is kept tidy at all times especially corridors.
Assist in maintaining table attachments, keeping them clean and tidy
Assist in maintaining the cleanliness of all equipment.
Assist in the movement of used instruments, linen and clinical/domestic waste to collection points
Provide general messenger duties as required
Support Theatre staff with the collection and management of specimens as required
To demonstrate competence in collecting blood products from blood bank in a timely manner. Able to complete relevant documentation.
Seek advice/support from supervisor or other senior members of staff in situations that are unfamiliar
Stock Control
Assist with maintenance of stock levels within the department by completion of stock check forms and placing of internal orders and by ensuring that the goods are checked in and put away in the required location.
Change and replenish medical gas cylinders as required.
Assist and support with the collection and recording of good received ensuring that trust policies are followed.
Professional Values
To act in a professional manner and ensure Trust standards are maintained and monitored to improve the quality of care to all who come into contact with the services provided by South Warwickshire Foundation Trust
Ensure records and documentation are maintained, kept confidential and meets appropriate Trust standards in line with the Data Protection Act
Demonstrates a positive and enthusiastic approach to their work in order to maintain high morale and motivation within the department. Promoting a professional and positive working environment
To report any accidents or incidents as described by the Trusts policy and procedures
To take reasonable care of the health and safety of themselves and of other persons
To adhere to the Trusts dress code policy, maintaining a smart appearance at all times
To assist other wards, departments and teams within the Trust as and when required by Service needs
To adhere to the Trusts IT policies regarding e-mail and internet
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