Hospital Porter in Cardiff CF10 – Immediate Start & Flexible Shifts

Phone Direct is actively recruiting dedicated and reliable Hospital Porters for an immediate, temporary-to-permanent placement within a major healthcare facility in Cardiff CF10. This is a vital support role offering competitive weekly pay, an ASAP start, and the opportunity for ongoing work in the heart of Wales’s capital. If you are looking for a practical, hands-on job where you make a real difference every day, apply now.

Hospital Porter Job Description: Cardiff CF10

Phone Direct is partnering with a leading NHS Trust in Cardiff to recruit a proactive and compassionate Hospital Porter. This role is fundamental to the smooth, safe, and efficient operation of the hospital, ensuring patients, specimens, and equipment are transported correctly and promptly. You will be an essential part of the clinical support team, working across various departments including A&E, wards, theatres, and pathology. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys practical work, and gains satisfaction from providing an invaluable service to patients and medical staff alike.

As a specialist recruitment agency serving Cardiff and the wider region, Phone Direct understands the specific needs of both healthcare workers and employers. We don’t just fill vacancies; we build lasting partnerships. By registering with us for this Hospital Porter role, you gain access to a dedicated consultant who will support you through the compliance process, advocate for you with the client, and help you secure not just this job, but potentially a long-term career path within the NHS. Whether you're seeking an immediate start in Cardiff CF10 or exploring other immediate start talent opportunities in different sectors, our approach is tailored to your goals.

Key Responsibilities & Daily Duties

As a Hospital Porter in Cardiff CF10, your day will be varied and vital. You will be responsible for a range of logistical and patient-facing tasks that require diligence, empathy, and physical stamina.

• Safe Patient Movement: Transporting patients via wheelchair, trolley, or bed between wards, departments, and for diagnostic tests (X-ray, MRI, etc.) with care and attention to their comfort and dignity.
• Logistical Support: Collecting and delivering medical records, patient notes, pharmacy items, and post throughout the hospital site in Cardiff CF10.
• Clinical Specimen Transport: Safely and promptly transporting blood samples, pathology specimens, and other clinical materials to laboratories, adhering to strict infection control and handling protocols.
• Equipment & Portering Services: Moving medical equipment, furniture, and supplies as required. Assisting with the setup for clinics and theatre sessions.
• Deceased Patient Transfers: Performing solemn and respectful transfers of deceased patients to the mortuary, following all prescribed procedures with sensitivity.
• Maintaining Cleanliness & Safety: Ensuring trolleys and wheelchairs are clean and in good working order. Adhering to all health and safety regulations, including manual handling techniques and PPE usage.
• Communication: Liaising effectively with nursing staff, clinicians, and other portering team members to prioritise tasks and provide updates.

Essential Requirements & Skills

To be successful in this Hospital Porter position in Cardiff, you will need a combination of personal attributes and practical skills. While full training on hospital-specific procedures will be provided, the following are essential:

• Right to Work: Must have full eligibility to work in the UK. We can assist with documentation checks.
• Physical Fitness & Stamina: The role involves prolonged standing, walking, and manual handling. You must be capable of safely pushing/pulling loaded trolleys and assisting patients.
• Excellent Communication: Clear verbal communication skills and the ability to understand and follow instructions are crucial in a busy hospital environment.
• Compassion & Professionalism: A caring, patient, and respectful attitude when dealing with patients, visitors, and staff from all backgrounds.
• Reliability & Punctuality: Shift work is a core part of this role. You must be dependable, punctual, and have a strong work ethic.
• Team Player: The ability to work cohesively as part of a large, multidisciplinary team is essential.
• Basic IT Literacy: Comfort using digital systems for logging jobs or tracking movements is advantageous.

Salary, Benefits & How to Apply

Pay & Benefits Package

We believe in offering a transparent and rewarding package for our Hospital Porters in Cardiff CF10.

How to Apply for This Hospital Porter Role

The application process for this immediate start position in Cardiff CF10 is designed to be efficient and supportive.

1. Click ‘Apply Now’: Submit your initial interest via our secure online portal. This alerts your dedicated consultant.
2. Initial Screening Call: We’ll contact you for a brief, friendly conversation to discuss your experience, availability, and the role details.
3. Registration & Compliance: We’ll guide you through our digital registration, right-to-work checks, and gather any necessary references. Our process is as streamlined as our virtual answering services for clients.
4. Client Introduction & Start: Once compliant, we’ll arrange your introduction to the hospital team and confirm your first shift. You could be starting within days.

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*All pay rates are indicative, subject to experience, assignment, and may include holiday pay. Specific details provided upon application.

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