Cleaning Porter (Hospital Wards)

You'll keep a private hospital in Umhlanga safe for patients by cleaning the way infection control demands. It suits someone who likes knowing exactly what a good day's work looks like.

The work is in Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal, so you'll need a reliable way to get there every day. You'll start with a short induction before working on your own.

• Fill in cleaning logs so infection control can audit the ward
• Do terminal cleans of isolation rooms after a patient is discharged
• Mop spills of blood or fluids using the spill kit
• Move patients' belongings and equipment when rooms change
• Wear gowns, masks and gloves as each room requires
• Clean patient rooms using colour-coded cloths and mops for each area
• Take soiled linen to the sluice room and bring clean linen back

• Not squeamish about blood, vomit or medical waste
• Matric or Grade 11
• Calm under pressure in busy wards
• Able to work shifts including weekends and night duty
• Up to date with vaccinations the hospital requires, such as hepatitis B

• Knowledge of healthcare waste handling rules
• Previous hospital or clinic cleaning experience
• Experience as a porter or general assistant in healthcare

• On-the-job infection control training
• Meal on shift at the staff canteen
• Shift allowances for nights and Sundays

• Mention any hospital, clinic or old-age home work first, even if it was short. Healthcare recruiters shortlist people who know ward routines.
• If you did an infection control course, attach the certificate. It moves you ahead of general cleaners.