Position Overview & Specifications
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.
Post: Relief porter
Location: Aberdeen royal infirmary
Salary: Band 2
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a relief porter to work between our hospital site at Aberdeen Royal infirmary. On occasion there may be a requirement to assist other hospital sites within the NHS Grampian region, so flexibility is required. Hours of work are 37.5 hours per week on rota Monday to Sunday. This post is permanent.
Duties and responsibilities may include:
- Transferring patients between various areas of the hospital
- Ensuring the safe movement of medical equipment
- Transporting clinical waste and dangerous materials
- Delivering patient notes
You should be physically fit. Applicants must hold a full clean manual driving licence. Good oral and written communication skills are essential for this role. Please note successful candidates will undergo a PVG check.
Full training will be provided.
In the event a large volume of applications are received, the vacancy may close earlier than stated.
Informal enquires: Alana Millson (alana.millson@nhs.scot)