Job summary
To support the Emergency Department Inventory & Supplies team with the distribution of stock and replenishment of medical consumables across the Emergency Department clinical floor.
Your role will involve working within a team to provide a high quality service which offers a timely responsive and pro-active service for the movement of stock, materials equipment and occasional patients within the Emergency Department and Emergency Floor
Main duties of the job
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To prepare emergency equipment packs
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Ensure 24 hour restocking of all equipment required for service provision
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Ordering of stock when required.
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Restocking of areas when requested in a timely manner ensuring that these areas are not overstocked.
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Any other duties as may reasonably be required to ensure the efficient flow of patients through the hospital site and in support of the clinical teams in the Emergency Floor.
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To produce a high standard of work at all times, particularly when working under pressure, in order to meet strict and demanding deadlines.
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To undertake all work in a highly sensitive and confidential manner.
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General duties, e.g. delivery of beds, materials/equipment and all other removal requests that arise in the course of the day's duties.
About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
- high-quality care for all,
- being a great place to work,
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate,
- we are proud,
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/
Job description
Job responsibilities
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Blood bank transportation of blood and blood products to and from Pathology Department.
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Ad hoc furniture and office/ward moves as and when required.
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Keeping of simple records either using paper or computer systems, including Microsoft packages.
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To be able to use basic radio and communication systems relevant to your role.
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Escalate any issues/defects to Team Leader.
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Provide support during any Trust emergencies, incidents or events where necessary supporting the contingency plans of the Trust.
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To maintain at all times a high standard of personal hygiene and presentation and to assist in the maintenance of good hygiene practices within the department.
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To observe confidentiality of patients and employing Trusts business at all times.
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Maintain good relations with colleagues and other staff throughout locality.
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Assist non clinically on the ward in whatever capacity is necessary to ensure patient safety, comfort and dignity.
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Act on own initiative and accept responsibility to ensure that the quality of work meets required quality and performance standards; often working without immediate supervision, must be able to prioritise own work load; and bring to management attention any issues which are adversely affecting service quality and performance.
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Communicate and liaise effectively with Work Colleagues, Managers and with Clinical Teams accordance with Trust values.
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To provide cover, when there is an urgent service need i.e. due to sickness, and with adequate training, to the ED.
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Any other duties as may be reasonably requested.
please see job description/person specification for full details on the role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
-
Blood bank transportation of blood and blood products to and from Pathology Department.
-
Ad hoc furniture and office/ward moves as and when required.
-
Keeping of simple records either using paper or computer systems, including Microsoft packages.
-
To be able to use basic radio and communication systems relevant to your role.
-
Escalate any issues/defects to Team Leader.
-
Provide support during any Trust emergencies, incidents or events where necessary supporting the contingency plans of the Trust.
-
To maintain at all times a high standard of personal hygiene and presentation and to assist in the maintenance of good hygiene practices within the department.
-
To observe confidentiality of patients and employing Trusts business at all times.
-
Maintain good relations with colleagues and other staff throughout locality.
-
Assist non clinically on the ward in whatever capacity is necessary to ensure patient safety, comfort and dignity.
-
Act on own initiative and accept responsibility to ensure that the quality of work meets required quality and performance standards; often working without immediate supervision, must be able to prioritise own work load; and bring to management attention any issues which are adversely affecting service quality and performance.
-
Communicate and liaise effectively with Work Colleagues, Managers and with Clinical Teams accordance with Trust values.
-
To provide cover, when there is an urgent service need i.e. due to sickness, and with adequate training, to the ED.
-
Any other duties as may be reasonably requested.
please see job description/person specification for full details on the role.
Person Specification
Training and Qualifications
Essential
- good standard of English, written and oral communication skills
- Satisfactory level of general education
Commitment to Trust Values
Essential
- Demonstrates understanding of Trust Behaviors
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with the general public
- Able to carry out instructions and duties as detailed in the job description
Desirable
- Previous experience of working within a healthcare enviroment
Commuincation
Essential
- Providing and receiving routine information orally electronically and in writing
- Knowledge and ability to use a mobile tablet, PC
Analytical and judgement skills
Essential
- Adheres to policies and procedures
- Record keeping both electronic and manual
Skills
Essential
- Evidence of using PC/good computer skills
Role specific
Essential
- Ability to follow direct instructions, but also ability to work without direct supervision
Person Specification
Training and Qualifications
Essential
- good standard of English, written and oral communication skills
- Satisfactory level of general education
Commitment to Trust Values
Essential
- Demonstrates understanding of Trust Behaviors
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with the general public
- Able to carry out instructions and duties as detailed in the job description
Desirable
- Previous experience of working within a healthcare enviroment
Commuincation
Essential
- Providing and receiving routine information orally electronically and in writing
- Knowledge and ability to use a mobile tablet, PC
Analytical and judgement skills
Essential
- Adheres to policies and procedures
- Record keeping both electronic and manual
Skills
Essential
- Evidence of using PC/good computer skills
Role specific
Essential
- Ability to follow direct instructions, but also ability to work without direct supervision
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
