Porter | Permanent on Demand – Mzansi Youth Jobs

Job Opportunity: Porter | Permanent on Demand

Position Title: Porter | Permanent on Demand
Location: Life Hilton Private Hospital
Department: Porter Services
Reports To: Olivia De-Wee, Admission Supervisor

Introduction:

We are excited to announce an opportunity for a Porter to join our team at Life Hilton Private Hospital. This position involves providing essential patient transport services within the hospital, ensuring patients move safely and smoothly between wards and departments, such as the X-Ray unit, doctors’ rooms, and other medical areas. If you are someone who enjoys helping others, has a friendly and approachable personality, and can handle physical tasks, this might be the perfect role for you.

Key Responsibilities:

As a Porter at Life Hilton Private Hospital, your main duties will include:

Safely and efficiently transferring patients between different departments in the hospital, including wards, the radiology department, pathology, and doctors’ rooms.
Delivering internal hospital documents and memos between departments.
Offering a warm and welcoming experience to patients and visitors, guiding them to the appropriate areas or departments within the hospital.
Keeping the hospital’s reception area clean, tidy, and presentable. This includes organizing and displaying Life Healthcare Magazines and promotional materials.
Assisting with putting together patient pre-admission information packs to ensure they are ready for use.
Supporting the Reception Supervisor with any other duties or tasks as needed.

Requirements for the Role:

To be considered for this role, applicants should meet the following requirements:

Education: Matric certificate (Grade 12) or equivalent is required.
Experience: Experience working in a hospital or healthcare environment would be a plus but is not mandatory.
Physical Fitness: The role involves physical work, including patient transport, so candidates should be physically fit.
Shift Flexibility: Must be willing to work shifts, including night duty, weekends, and public holidays.
Customer Service Skills: Candidates should have a friendly and helpful attitude, with the ability to work well with patients and hospital staff. A focus on patient-centered care is essential.
Appearance: Maintaining a neat and professional appearance is important in this role.
Computer Skills: Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office products (e.g., Word, Excel) is beneficial but not mandatory.

Desired Competencies:

The ideal candidate will also demonstrate the following skills and qualities:

Effective Communication: Clear verbal and written communication skills.
High Energy and Enthusiasm: A strong work ethic with a positive attitude towards helping patients.
Attention to Detail: A commitment to performing tasks to the highest standard.
Ethical Conduct: Upholding integrity and honesty in all duties.
Relationship Building: The ability to work well with both patients and hospital staff, creating a positive and caring environment.
Customer Focus: A passion for providing excellent service and putting patients first.
Organisational Awareness: An understanding of how different departments work together within the hospital.

Application Process:

Interested candidates should submit their applications by Thursday, September 12, 2024. Internal applicants are encouraged to discuss their application with their line manager before applying. External applicants are also welcome to apply.

To apply, please email your CV to Hiltonrecruitment@lifehealthcare.co.za or download the application form using the following link:
Employment Application Form

Additional Information:

Equal Opportunity Employer: Life Healthcare is committed to promoting equal opportunity and diversity in the workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, gender, or background.
Shortlisting Process: Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further steps in the hiring process. If you have not heard from us within two weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

For more information about current vacancies, or to submit your CV, please visit our careers page.

This is a great opportunity to be part of a respected healthcare team and contribute to providing quality care to our patients. If you are committed, compassionate, and ready to take on this important role, we encourage you to apply.