Porter - #136268

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

The opportunity for Porters working across the Dundee locality sites has arisen within Portering Service, Dundee Locality.

The post holders will be required to provide the full range of portering related services to wards, departments and respond to needs of patients, staff, visitors and general public.

The post holders will carry out assigned duties to maintain hygiene, order, and safety within the environment specified below and includes transportation of patients and equipment associated with their care needs.

No formal qualifications are necessary, as the post holders will be given the necessary training to undertake the job.

Informal enquiries to: Garry Stewart, Assistant Portering Services Manager, Portering Department on Ext: 35512, Amanda Gillogly, Portering Team Leader, Portering Department on Ext: 55872 or Lori Scott, Portering Team Leader, Portering Department on ext 32634

You will be required to comply with the Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers in Scotland throughout your employment.

Hours of work are: 37 hours per week on rota covering the hours of 06.00 06.00 Monday -Sundays inc. early shift, day shift, back shift and night shift. Fixed Term/Secondment for 12 Months.

Internal Applicants - Written approval must be sought from your line manager prior to applying for this secondment. You will be required to bring this if shortlisted for interview.

Please note: This post does not meet Home Office Guidelines for Sponsorship/Skilled Worker Visa.

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