Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Housekeeper

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Job summary

The Housekeeper works as part of the Day Surgery Unit team under the supervision of registered nurses to support housekeeping duties as specified in roles and responsibilities.

The Housekeeper should demonstrate a level of skill and understanding which enables the individual at this grade to take responsibility for specific tasks delegated by the nurse in charge or in accordance with agreed policies and procedures.

Main duties of the job

Main Responsibilities:

1. At all times treat patients with dignity and respect, exercising discretion and maintaining their confidentiality.

2. Work co-operatively with others as part of the multi-disciplinary team, helping and assisting nurses and other clinical staff in the routine work associated with housekeeping duties.

3. Maintaining the clinical environment to prevent cross infection and promote health and safety at work.

4. Ensure that there are adequate amount of forms, consent, pre op packs available, making more as necessary.

5. Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of accurate documentation and contribute towards recording daily quality control and audit reports including food fridge temperatures.

6. Ensure that coffee machines are kept clean and report any faults. Waiting area are always clean and tidy.

7. Liaise with Domestic Supervisor with problems associated with cleaning.

8. To report any faulty equipment or appliances and follow up repairs with Estates Department.

9. Running of errands within the department, or external such as pharmacy, collecting notes or any other ad hoc requests.

10. To order and top up stationary, nursing and medical paperwork.

11. To report incidents and near misses as defined by MEH policy and follow the procedure.

About us

At Moorfields, we provide more than just an excellent career and great colleagues to work with. We also offer:

  • Salary including High-Cost Area Supplement
  • Opportunity to join the NHS Pension Scheme
  • Free 24/7 independent counselling service
  • Learning and development opportunities
  • Easy and quick transport links
  • A range of attractive benefits and discounts
  • Access to Blue Light Card and other NHS Discount Schemes
  • Free Pilates classes
  • Full support and training to develop your skills
  • Flexible working friendly organisation

And so much more! To see the full range of benefits we offer please see our Moorfields benefits document.

Details

Date posted

13 February 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£29,029 a year incl. HCAS

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

273-DC-6987099

Job locations

Mackellar Ward Moorfields Eye Hospital

162 City Road

London

EC1V 2PD


Job description

Job responsibilities

1. At all times treat patients with dignity and respect, exercising discretion and maintaining their confidentiality.

2. Work co-operatively with others as part of the multi-disciplinary team, helping and assisting nurses and other clinical staff in the routine work associated with housekeeping duties.

3. Maintaining the clinical environment to prevent cross infection and promote health and safety at work.

4. Ensure that there are adequate amount of forms, consent, pre op packs available, making more as necessary.

5. Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of accurate documentation and contribute towards recording daily quality control and audit reports including food fridge temperatures.

6. Ensure that coffee machines are kept clean and report any faults. Waiting area are always clean and tidy.

7. Liaise with Domestic Supervisor with problems associated with cleaning.

8. To report any faulty equipment or appliances and follow up repairs with Estates Department.

9. Running of errands within the department, or external such as pharmacy, collecting notes or any other ad hoc requests.

10. To order and top up stationary, nursing and medical paperwork.

11. To report incidents and near misses as defined by MEH policy and follow the procedure.

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. At all times treat patients with dignity and respect, exercising discretion and maintaining their confidentiality.

2. Work co-operatively with others as part of the multi-disciplinary team, helping and assisting nurses and other clinical staff in the routine work associated with housekeeping duties.

3. Maintaining the clinical environment to prevent cross infection and promote health and safety at work.

4. Ensure that there are adequate amount of forms, consent, pre op packs available, making more as necessary.

5. Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of accurate documentation and contribute towards recording daily quality control and audit reports including food fridge temperatures.

6. Ensure that coffee machines are kept clean and report any faults. Waiting area are always clean and tidy.

7. Liaise with Domestic Supervisor with problems associated with cleaning.

8. To report any faulty equipment or appliances and follow up repairs with Estates Department.

9. Running of errands within the department, or external such as pharmacy, collecting notes or any other ad hoc requests.

10. To order and top up stationary, nursing and medical paperwork.

11. To report incidents and near misses as defined by MEH policy and follow the procedure.

Person Specification

Education and Skills

Essential

  • Educated to GCSE level or equivalent
  • proficient in use of MS office

Desirable

  • experience in stock control and ordering

Abilities

Essential

  • Proficient in use of MS office
  • customer service experience

Experience

Essential

  • previous healthcare setting

Desirable

  • oExperience of working in a busy and demanding customer facing role
Person Specification

Education and Skills

Essential

  • Educated to GCSE level or equivalent
  • proficient in use of MS office

Desirable

  • experience in stock control and ordering

Abilities

Essential

  • Proficient in use of MS office
  • customer service experience

Experience

Essential

  • previous healthcare setting

Desirable

  • oExperience of working in a busy and demanding customer facing role

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Mackellar Ward Moorfields Eye Hospital

162 City Road

London

EC1V 2PD


Employer's website

https://www.moorfields.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Mackellar Ward Moorfields Eye Hospital

162 City Road

London

EC1V 2PD


Employer's website

https://www.moorfields.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Sister

Miss Anne Nunez

a.nunez@nhs.net

Details

Date posted

13 February 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£29,029 a year incl. HCAS

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

273-DC-6987099

Job locations

Mackellar Ward Moorfields Eye Hospital

162 City Road

London

EC1V 2PD


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