At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the Emergency Department with stock distribution and medical supplies replenishment.
- Company: Join the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust, a leader in compassionate healthcare.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience, work in a supportive environment, and contribute to patient care.
- Other info: Be part of a team that values inclusivity and high-quality care.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in emergency care while developing essential skills.
- Qualifications: No specific qualifications required; just a willingness to learn and help.
The predicted salary is between 37035 - 45265 £ per year.
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.
- To prepare emergency equipment packs.
- Ensure 24 hour restocking of all equipment required for service provision.
- Ordering of stock when required.
- Restocking of areas when requested in a timely manner ensuring that these areas are not overstocked.
- Assisting with keeping the department and stores areas clean and clutter free.
- Undertake the distribution of electronic equipment to the Emergency Department staff, alerting management should electronic devices not be returned or are damaged at the end of the working day.
- 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 Trust’s 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 workload; 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 in 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.
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At University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust, we pride ourselves on being a compassionate and inclusive employer dedicated to providing high-quality care. Our commitment to employee well-being is reflected in our supportive work culture, which fosters professional growth and development opportunities. Join us in making a meaningful impact in healthcare while enjoying the benefits of working in a dynamic environment that values teamwork and innovation.
