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The team has demonstrated exceptional performance throughout 2024. Their efforts have streamlined patient movement, optimised hospital operations, and fostered seamless collaboration with clinical staff across all departments.
A key factor in their success has been their proactive approach to innovation, including advancements in medical equipment transportation, radiology support, and operating team cooperation. Their ability to adapt and embrace new technologies has played a crucial role in helping reduce the elective backlog, ensuring patients receive timely care.
Beyond their operational excellence, the team has prioritized collaboration with clinical teams, strengthening relationships with doctors, matrons, and lead nurses. By engaging and training clinical staff to utilise the MyPorter system, they have improved efficiency and patient experience hospital-wide.
Despite the challenges posed by ongoing hospital expansion projects, the team has demonstrated remarkable resilience, navigating alternate routes to ensure patients reach their appointments on time.
Barnsley Hospital’s Portering Team has long been a shining example of dedication and professionalism. This award is a testament to their hard work, adaptability, and commitment to patient-centered care—a well-deserved recognition for an exceptional team.