UHWS Theatre Porter

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Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• The person holding this post is required to support the principle that the care of the patient comes first at all times and will approach their work with the flexibility and enthusiasm necessary to make this principle a reality for every patient to the greatest possible degree.
• Maintain the confidentiality of all information made available to him / her during the course of his/her work.
• The person holding this post is required to work in a Support Service Team within the Theatre department/complex.
• Maintain a strict code of personal and general hygiene in the work place as per work schedules, existing policies and procedures and Infection Control guidelines.
• Performance management systems are part of role and you will be required to participate in the Group’s performance management programme.
• Have knowledge of the Health Information & Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards and how they apply to the role, e.g. Standards for Healthcare, National Standards for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Infections, Hygiene Standards, etc.
• Adhere to HSE national and local policy, procedure, protocol and guidelines (PPPG’s).
• To be aware of Statutory Occupational Health & Safety Legislation under the Safety, Health & Welfare Act, 1989.
• Ensure efficient and economical use of materials and equipment.
• Ensure proper use of cleaning materials and equipment, reporting any defects for repair to the Supervisor.
• Carry assigned bleep/phone and be contactable at all times.
• Ensure that duties are carried out as specified.
• Be responsible for the general cleaning and decontamination of equipment used in the service area as per cleaning specification and schedules including the completion of relevant checklists and application of ‘I am Clean’ tags; Staff are expected to familiarise and receive relevant training for all equipment
• Ensure completion and maintenance of relevant documentation and records i.e. signing off on work completed.
• Be responsible for checking oxygen/medical gas supplies and associated equipment to ensure that oxygen/medical gas supplies are always maintained to meet requirements.
• Assist with patient care as required including working with multidisciplinary staff in all areas of the UHW.
• To participate in any service developments as may be required from time to time.
• To be aware of and comply with policies, directives, guidelines and recommendations from statutory bodies in relation to Health & Safety, Manual Handling, Infection Control,, Environmental Health, HACCP, HIQA and Waste Management.
• To present for work in full and proper clean uniform at rostered time
• To demonstrate a friendly and co-operative attitude towards visitors/relatives/staff.
• Rotate with roster duties when required.
• To report to immediate Supervisor on any irregularities that might adversely affect the carrying out of assigned duties.
• To prepare such other duties appropriate to this employment as may be assigned.

Theatre Porter Duties

• To undertake/maintain a satisfactory standard of work.
• Present a professional approach when dealing with the public, staff and patients, while performing the duties of Theatre Porter.
• To perform such duties as may be assigned. These duties include:-

o Transportation of patients to and from wards , theatre complex

o Movement of patients on/off trolleys, tables, beds etc.

o Assist with positioning of patients intra-operatively

o Assist with positioning of props/equipment

o Store and stock management

o Washing and cleaning of Theatre area

o Preparing cleaning solutions

o Cleaning equipment and fittings

o Moving equipment and furniture within the theatre complex and other departments as required

o Delivery/collection of laundry packs, stores and other items as required

o Removal of used linen/scrubs

o Removal of waste

o Ensure adequate supply of suits, fresh linen and laundry bags

o To provide proper care and attention to all patients

o Transport specimens to laboratory as requested

o Collection/return of blood/blood products from laboratory to place in satellite fridge or into theatre as required, as per blood tracking guidelines and procedure

• The Theatre service operates over 7 days per week (depending on site), working hours will / can include: Night Duty, Evening duty, Weekend Work, Unsocial Hours and Shift work

THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS NOT TO BE REGARDED AS EXHAUSTIVE OR RESTRICTIVE AS SERVICE NEED MAY DICTATE ADDITIONS OR MODIFICATIONS FROM TIME TO TIME.

Health & Safety

• In accordance with Health and Safety at work policy, it is each staff members responsibility to observe all rules relating to Health and Safety and Conduct at Work.
• To use all equipment provided in a safe and responsible manner and in line with manufacturer guidelines.
• Understand and adhere to all relevant HSE policies, comply with health and safety, infection, prevention and control and risk management procedures and comply with statutory obligations.
• Report any risk, incident or potential incident which may compromise the health and safety of patient/ clients/residents, staff or visitors and take appropriate action.
• Report any accidents or near misses to the person in charge and ensure completion of incident / near miss forms.
• Report any equipment faults/defects to person in charge (e.g. department manager/Supervisor) and ensure all equipment is stored safely.
• Undertake duties related to patient/ client / resident care for which he/she is trained.
• Attend training courses as required e.g. Cleanpass, HACCP, Manual Handling, Fire Prevention, IP&C, medical gases, etc.
• Conduct his / herself in a manner that ensures safe patient/client care.
• Support. Promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service amongst staff.
• Adhere to the Public Health (Tobacco Amendment Act 2004), smoking within the Hospital Building and grounds is not permitted.

Education & Training

• Attend induction and mandatory in-service education.
• As directed participate in the induction of new staff.
• Maintain continuous personal and participate in team based development, education, training and learning.
• Participate in appraisal and the development of a personal development plan in conjunction with his / her line manager.

The above Job Specification is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder will be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office.