Role Summary:The Linen Distribution Assistant will operate as part of the linen distribution team, ensuring the efficient delivery and management of linen and patient gowns throughout the hospital.,
- Team Collaboration:Work effectively within the linen distribution team.
- Linen Delivery:Deliver clean linen, patient gowns, and other items to wards and departments.
- Curtain Management:Play an integral role in planned curtain changes across all areas, adhering to Welsh National Guidelines.
- Stock Maintenance: Ensure linen stocks are maintained appropriately in all areas, preventing overstocking., Stock Management:
- Provide daily stock counts to the Laundry provider.
- Place special requests for additional items during infectious outbreaks or as needed.
- Maintain accurate records of linen dispatched and received.
- Receive and store clean linen appropriately.
- Replenish linen trolleys and distribute to wards and departments according to schedule.
- Ensure stocks are maintained without overstocking.
- Deliver ad hoc orders as necessary.
- Push trolleys and cages across the hospital to distribute linen.
- Undertake planned curtain changes in line with guidelines and infection prevention policies.
- Change curtains in patient areas as per schedule, using step ladders safely.
- Clean distribution trolleys daily.
- Ensure work areas are clean and safe, reporting any hazards.
- Adhere to manual handling procedures and use protective clothing as required.
- Check step ladders before use and report defects.
- Maintain accurate paper and electronic records of linen and curtain changes.
- Assist with the annual linen count coordinated by the supervisor.
- Assist in training new staff members.
- Comply with all health and safety policies and departmental procedures.
- Weekend and Bank Holiday working may be required to meet service needs.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the 'Disability Confident Employer' scheme.
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