Porter (Permanent position)

Reference No: MHS488/2026

Employment Type: Permanent

Enquiries: Ms L Campbell (021 370 2368)

Remuneration

R 144 024 - R 169 656 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).

Duties (key result areas/outputs)

Accompany walking patients and transport sitting/non-walking patients per wheelchair or stretcher between wards and treatment areas. Assist with the transfer of patients to beds/trolleys and vice versa. Safe transporting of patients in and out of vehicles. Respond to requests from wards, pharmacy or other departments regarding medical equipment or documentation. Carry medical and other documentation (patient files, reports, etc.) to wards/treatment and other admin areas. Change or assist in changing oxygen supply during patient transport when required. Deliver specimens to laboratories and ensure a safe and hygienic work environment. Ensure laboratory specimens and blood products are delivered within required timeframes and safety protocols.

Experience

Appropriate experience as a porter in a health environment.

Competencies (knowledge/skills)

Good communication skills. Good interpersonal skills. Knowledge of infection prevention methods. Ability to work independently and within a team. Ability to work under pressure.

Minimum educational qualification

Basic literacy and numeracy skills.

Inherent requirements of the job

Willingness to rotate within the wards and other departments when necessary. Must be physically fit. Ability to handle and lift heavy objects. Act as a reliever for messenger when required. Prepared to handle corpses (deceased bodies).

Note

No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a computer literacy test.