Job summary
INTERNAL ONLY TO NORTH CUMBRIA INTEGRATED CARE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST (NCIC) EMPLOYEES ONLY
Respond to the patient with patience and empathy that promotes privacy and dignity
Follow protocols for dealing with major events, e.g. cardiac arrest.
Undertake general porter duties between the wards/pharmacy/cardiology departments to ensure the flow within the department.
To ensure the department has adequate supplies of stock required to run on a daily basis.
Order stock and products to distribute to the areas concerned on a regular daily basis.
Main duties of the job
Work with the supplies department, companies and nursing staff to ensure stock levels are maintained
Carry out regular stock takes
Prepare and provide details to the finance department on request and participate in the yearly stock take of all stock held within the department
Check stock and goods received against suppliers delivery note e.g. for accuracy of delivery and suitable shelf life.
Maintain safe working practices when unpacking, checking and storing goods
Recognise and report situations which may require qualified nurse interventions
Ability to use Excel effectively and have a willingness to learn the departmental electronic stock control system and problem solve if issues arise.
Ensure the stock room is clean and tidy.
Use supplier documentation to return incorrect or damaged goods etc. to the supplier for credit. Correctly identify any damaged, faulty or out of date items and move them to the appropriate location.
Chasing queries, checking deliveries and identifying any discrepancies with orders
Willingness to attend additional training relevant to the role.
Comply with infection prevention techniques at all time following protocols.
About us
At NCIC, we have an ambition to deliver outstanding healthcare services to the population of North Cumbria. The Trust is committed to creating a centre of excellence in providing rural and remote healthcare and provides a wide range of community and acute services throughout our county.
Our 5 key principles demonstrate our belief in the delivery of 'safe, high quality care every time':
- Being a clinically led organisation
- Quality and safety at the heart of our Trust
- A positive patient experience every time
- A great place to work
- Managing our money well
As an organisation we are serious about supporting a diverse workforce that reflects our local community and are very much focused on being an inclusive and compassionate place to work.
Across the North East and North Cumbria we are working together to deliver our ambition to be the greenest region in England by 2030. All staff are expected to support sustainability.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants.
Please note, due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment.Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed. For further information visit theUK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview.
Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see our Policy for eligible vacancies.
Disclosure and Barring Service:
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
The cost of the DBS must be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. DBS charges are as follows if applicable to the post:
Standard Check: £21.50 + Administration cost of £5.90 = £27.40. Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment.
Enhanced Check: £49.50 + administration cost of £5.90 = £55.40. Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment.
NCIC can offer successful future employees the following benefits:
27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years
Flexible working Scheme
NHS Discounts*
Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work*
Excellent opportunities for development*
Competitive NHS Pension scheme
Vivup is a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problems
*Subject to eligibility
Important Information
Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information.
If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered.
Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants.
Please note, due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment.Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed. For further information visit theUK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview.
Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see our Policy for eligible vacancies.
Disclosure and Barring Service:
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
The cost of the DBS must be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. DBS charges are as follows if applicable to the post:
Standard Check: £21.50 + Administration cost of £5.90 = £27.40. Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment.
Enhanced Check: £49.50 + administration cost of £5.90 = £55.40. Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment.
NCIC can offer successful future employees the following benefits:
27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years
Flexible working Scheme
NHS Discounts*
Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work*
Excellent opportunities for development*
Competitive NHS Pension scheme
Vivup is a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problems
*Subject to eligibility
Important Information
Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information.
If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered.
Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE English or equivilant
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Work in a caring environment
- Working in a team environment
- Good IT Skills
Desirable
Skills and Aptitudes
Essential
- Keyboard Skills
- Excel Spreadsheet use.
- Ability to prioritise and organise workload
- Ability to communicate with staff at all levels.
- Ability to work as a member of the team
- Act in a professional and courteous manner when dealing with all disciplines of staff, suppliers and members of the public
Desirable
- oWorking with Electronic ordering systems
- oPrevious experience of training others.
Other requirements
Essential
- oEquality and diversity awareness
- oAwareness of trust values
- oMust be willing to work flexible hours.
- oWillingness to expand knowledge and undertake any relevant training.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE English or equivilant
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Work in a caring environment
- Working in a team environment
- Good IT Skills
Desirable
Skills and Aptitudes
Essential
- Keyboard Skills
- Excel Spreadsheet use.
- Ability to prioritise and organise workload
- Ability to communicate with staff at all levels.
- Ability to work as a member of the team
- Act in a professional and courteous manner when dealing with all disciplines of staff, suppliers and members of the public
Desirable
- oWorking with Electronic ordering systems
- oPrevious experience of training others.
Other requirements
Essential
- oEquality and diversity awareness
- oAwareness of trust values
- oMust be willing to work flexible hours.
- oWillingness to expand knowledge and undertake any relevant training.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
