Position: Hospital Porter (2 roles)
Location: 1 x Based on site at WPaddington St Mary's Hospital, 1 x based at Charing Cross Hospital
Job type: Permanent
Shift Pattern: 8 hrs on a Saturday
Salary: £5248 per annum plus London Operational Allowance (£400)
Working as part of the Southern Rentals Team, you will be delivering and collecting rental equipment within a hospital site in the central London area.
You will be responsible for delivering Arjo equipment direct to the wards, and collecting any equipment that is no longer required and taking back to the bed store located within the hospital. The majority of the equipment you will be working with are pressure relieving mattresses, which are inflated on hospital beds and then deflated by the wards, rolled up and bagged ready for collection. Supplied with an iPad and iPhone, you will be required to log all serial numbers of equipment as it goes in and out of the hospital ward, so a keen eye for detail is needed.
The role does involve lifting, so you must be able to lift bulky mattresses for long periods, although equipment is provided to support moving the rental products around the hospitals. It will also involve first line repair of hospital beds. No experience is needed, as full training will be given. Personality, enthusiasm, positivity and communication skills are essential in the role to help Arjo build strong relationships with our customers. Working in London, you will be the face of Arjo for our customers and patients. We are adding to our existing team in London and looking for people who want to make a difference.
The skills you will need
- A practical approach.
- Ability to prioritize work and amend route plans accordingly.
- A positive and team oriented approach.
- Excellent written and spoken English.
- Enhanced DBS clearance: Required (at the cost of Arjo).
- Must be able to lift bulky mattresses for prolonged periods.
What we will offer in return
You will support our vision to be the most trusted partner in driving healthier outcomes for people facing mobility challenges. In return, we recognize and value our global employees. You will have our full support, training and opportunities for professional development, along with competitive package. We will provide full uniform and PPE equipment.
Why diversity matters to us
At Arjo, we believe in the power of diversity. We strongly encourage applicants from all parts of society, which means building a more diverse, equitable, inclusive and engaging environment – not only in the workplace, but also within the communities that we serve, work in and live in. We achieve this through a culture and mindset that values the uniqueness of all our people.
Due to the nature of this role, the successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check prior to commencing employment.
Please be aware that by applying for this role, you are giving Arjo permission to store your information.
About Arjo
At Arjo, we believe that empowering movement within healthcare environments is essential to quality care. Our products and solutions are designed to promote a safe and dignified experience through patient handling, medical beds, personal hygiene, disinfection, diagnostics, and the prevention of pressure injuries and venous thromboembolism. With over 6500 people worldwide and 65 years caring for patients and healthcare professionals, we are committed to driving healthier outcomes for people facing mobility challenges.
For more information about Arjo visit www.arjo.com
