(POD) Porter

at Life East London Private Hospital
Published March 27, 2026
Expires April 20, 2026
Location East London, South Africa
Category General  
Job Type Full-Time  

Description

A vacancy exists for a Perm on Demand (POD) Porter position, based at Life East London Private Hospital, reporting to Calen Campbell, Admission Supervisor. The successful candidate will be part of a professional team that is continuously striving for the highest standards of quality in patient care. This is not a position with fixed hours, the hours worked are as per the operational requirements of the hospital; as and when required. It will be used to accommodate flexibility for both the candidate and the hospital.

Critical Outputs
Be friendly to customers
Deliver correspondence in the hospital
Be able to work under pressure
Safe Transporting of patients between hospital departments, including wards, doctor’s rooms, radiology and pathology
Distribution of internal memos and correspondence
Directing patients and visitors in a friendly manner to relevant departments within the hospital
Ensure a well maintained and clean reception area and presentation of Life healthcare magazines and promotional material
Assist with compiling patient pre-admission packs
Other tasks as assigned by the Reception Supervisor

Requirements

Grade 12
Driver’s license and valid PDP
Team player
Customer orientated
Ability to work accurately under pressure
Reliable and trustworthy
Proficient in English (speaking, reading and writing)
Accuracy with figures
Ability to work flexible hours/overtime according to operational requirements
The candidate should have the ability to work independently and manage time effectively

Competencies

Problem-solving, analysis and judgement
Resilience
Engaging diversity
Verbal & written communication and presentation
Influencing
Drive & energy
Excellence orientation
Ethical behaviour
Building relationships
Customer responsiveness
Organisational awareness
Leading my example (Key for Managers)
Motivating and developing people(Key for Managers)

Please send your resume/CV

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