Key Responsibilities
- Transport patients safely to and from wards, departments, theatres, and A&E using walking, wheelchair, stretcher, or beds.
- Use the task management system (HIVE) and two‑way radio to manage activity within the portering service.
- Convey blood specimens, patient notes, and x‑rays between wards and the Pathology department, following the designated blood tracking system.
- Remove deceased bodies from wards to the mortuary in a safe and dignified manner and assist in viewing when the mortuary technician is absent.
- Accept coroners cases in the mortuary when the mortuary technician is absent and convey deceased patients from ambulance to the mortuary.
- Replace medical gases on wards and departments as required within contracted hours.
- Assist in the transfer of seriously injured patients from ambulance/helicopter to the A&E department.
- Help transport medical supplies and support movement of patients from wards to theatres and vice‑versa after hours (20:00–08:00).
About Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is the largest provider of specialist services, with the Oxford Road Campus the largest health academic campus in Europe. With 10 hospitals and a community services network, we care for over 1 million people every year.
Why MFT?
Working with colleagues from all backgrounds, you will support people from every walk of life, learn new skills, and grow your career. We offer equal opportunities, training, and a caring environment where your health, wellbeing, and safety matter.
Additional Information
For key responsibilities, skills and experience, see the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ heading. Read the ‘Candidate Essentials Guide’ that accompanies the Job Description and Person Specification to understand our Trust, benefits and values.
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Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality, celebrating diversity and eliminating unlawful discrimination. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply. If you have special requirements to help with your application, contact the manager named below.
Application Deadline
This advert closes on Tuesday 3 Feb 2026.
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