Support Team Assistant


Company:	NHS Jobs
Salary:	£25,272
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Milton Keynes, MK6 5LD
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	30 Jul 2026
Closing date:	13 Aug 2026

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Summary

Transfer patients/visitors using appropriate equipment (wheelchairs, beds, trolleys) this may also include using Manual handling procedures such as Pat sliding techniques. Movement of deceased patients from clinical areas to the mortuary using clinical manual handling as necessary, duties include registration of details into Mortuary book and placement of deceased in relevant area within the mortuary facility. Collect pathology specimens, containers and units of blood as and when required in accordance with safe handling procedures. Provide a laundry and rubbish service, using specialised equipment in line with the Trusts Waste Policy and Infection, Prevention and Control Manual. To replenish gas supply where required and to check the cylinder/regulators for leaks in accordance with defined procedures. Report all faults relating to medical gas cylinders/regulators in compliance with approved processes Respond to fire alarm activations in accordance with the Trust procedures and to offer assistance during the incident, to ensure safety of staff, visitors and patients Respond to calls of cardiac arrests and major incident to provide assistance to the medical staff, this may include, collection of equipment, specimen delivery and cordoning off of the area from public view.Show reasonable judgement during emergency situations, i.e. Fire alarms and Major Incidents To carry out helipad duties as and when required Assist with other Facilities functions with similar responsibilities.Assist in the provision of a postal and linen service and act as Post Room or Linen Room Assistant as and when required. Please refer to the attached job description

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