Operating Department Orderly - Porter

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

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 Trust’s policy and procedures

·       To take reasonable care of the health and safety of themselves and of other persons

·       To adhere to the Trust’s 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 Trust’s IT policies regarding e-mail and internet