Endoscopy Porter/ HousekeeperNHS

Job summary

We are seeking a motivated and reliable Endoscopy Porter/Housekeeper to join our friendly Endoscopy team. The post holder will play a key role in supporting the safe and efficient running of the unit by assisting with patient flow, room preparation and turnaround, equipment transportation, stock management, and maintaining a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.

Working as part of the multidisciplinary team, the successful candidate will help ensure high standards of patient care, infection prevention, and operational efficiency are maintained throughout the Endoscopy service.

Main duties of the job

• Support the safe and efficient running of the Endoscopy Unit by undertaking portering and housekeeping duties.
• Assist with the preparation, cleaning, and turnaround of procedure rooms between patients to maintain service flow.
• Transport patients safely within the department, ensuring privacy, dignity, and comfort at all times.
• Move and deliver equipment, clinical supplies, specimens, and documentation as required.
• Ensure adequate stock levels are maintained and replenish consumables throughout the unit.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness in clinical and non-clinical areas in accordance with infection prevention and control procedures.
• Dispose of waste safely and appropriately, including clinical waste, in line with Trust policies.
• Support the decontamination and storage processes for endoscopy equipment as directed.
• Carry out routine checks of equipment and report any faults or concerns to the appropriate person.
• Assist the multidisciplinary team in maintaining a safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff.
• Comply with all Trust policies, including health and safety, infection prevention, manual handling, safeguarding, and confidentiality requirements.
• Undertake any other duties appropriate to the role, supporting the operational needs of the Endoscopy service.

This role is essential in maintaining patient flow, maximising room utilisation, and ensuring a high-quality patient experience within the Endoscopy Unit.

Job description

The Endoscopy Porter/Housekeeper supports the smooth running of the Endoscopy Unit by assisting with patient transfers, maintaining a clean and safe environment, managing stock and supplies, and supporting the nursing team with non-clinical duties.

Key Responsibilities:

• Transfer and escort patients safely within the Trust, ensuring privacy, dignity, and confidentiality at all times.
• Assist with patient movement and manual handling in accordance with Trust policies.
• Transport patient notes, specimens, equipment, endoscopes, and other items as required.
• Maintain cleanliness and tidiness throughout the Endoscopy Unit, including procedure and recovery areas.
• Assist with waste disposal, linen management, and infection prevention and control procedures.
• Prepare and restock clinical areas, ensuring adequate supplies and consumables are available.
• Receive, unpack, store, and rotate stock deliveries.
• Support the maintenance and cleaning of equipment, wheelchairs, trolleys, and other departmental resources.
• Report equipment faults and arrange repairs through the appropriate Trust systems.
• Support the nursing team in providing refreshments and a comfortable environment for patients.
• Adhere to all Trust policies relating to health and safety, infection prevention, safeguarding, COSHH, and emergency procedures.

The post holder will contribute to maintaining a safe, efficient, and patient-centred environment, supporting the delivery of high-quality Endoscopy services.

About us

St George's, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals and Health Group cares for a population of four million people in South West London and North East Surrey.Our sites include St George's Hospital, one of 11 major trauma centres in the UK and the largest healthcare provider and major teaching hospital in the area; St Helier Hospital, home to the South West Thames Renal and Transplantation Unit and Queen Mary's Hospital for Children; and Epsom Hospital, home to the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SWLEOC).

After years of collaboration, our two Trusts became a hospitals group in 2021. While remaining as two separate Trusts, being a hospitals group will help us to collaborate more closely on research, and the development, education, and training of our 17,000-strong workforce.

At gesh we are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements. Applicants are encouraged to discuss any flexibility they may need during the recruitment process.