Hospital Porter

About the Role

KIMS Hospital in Maidstone, Kent, is seeking a dedicated Hospital Porter to join their team. This role offers a part-time position with 22.5 working hours per week on a rota pattern between 06:30 and 20:30 from Monday to Sunday. The annual salary is £14,870.70. This position plays a vital role in ensuring a seamless and positive experience for patients, visitors, and hospital staff by delivering professional and efficient portering services across the hospital.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely transporting patients, medical equipment, stores, and specimens throughout the facility.
• Greeting and assisting patients and visitors with warmth and professionalism, including escorting them as needed.
• Supporting the admission and discharge processes by offering guidance and help.
• Contributing to the security and upkeep of hospital areas, including car parking and public spaces, to maintain a safe and orderly environment.
• Responding promptly and effectively to emergencies while collaborating proactively with colleagues to maintain smooth hospital operations.

Candidate Profile

Ideal candidates will possess excellent communication and customer service abilities, a friendly and professional attitude with a strong focus on patients, and the capacity to work independently or collaboratively within a busy work setting.

• Prior experience in hospital portering or similar customer-facing roles is advantageous.
• Familiarity with healthcare environments is desirable but not essential.

Why Work with KIMS Hospital?

• Be part of a supportive and collegial team environment.
• Contribute meaningfully to improving each patient’s journey.
• Access ongoing training and opportunities for professional growth.
• Engage with a workplace culture valuing respect, compassion, professionalism, and ongoing enhancement.

Additional Information

KIMS Hospital prides itself on fostering diversity and inclusiveness and is an equal opportunity employer committed to reflecting the communities served. Offers of employment require eligibility to work in the UK and the successful completion of a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. For inquiries about this position, contact Diane at 01622 237634 or [email protected].