Emergency Department Stores Assistant
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
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.
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:
https://www.uhleicester.nhs.uk
Job responsibilities
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 & Qualifications
Essential
- Have a good standard of the English language both written and oral communication skills. Satisfactory level of general education
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with the general public
- Able to carry out instructions and duties as detailed in the job description
- Positive approach to customer care and seeks to enhance service provision
Desirable
- Experience of using hospital systems
- Previous experience of working within a healthcare environment
Planning and Organization
Essential
- Planning and organisation of daily work tasks/activities Is guided by standard operating procedures (SOPs), good practice and established precedents understanding what standards are to be achieved
EDI
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
- All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with other
Others
Essential
- Evidence of using PC/good computer skills
- Flexible and adaptable to changing needs of the service Motivated to self-develop Ability to identify own learning needs and support required Ability to follow direct instructions, but also ability to work without direct supervision
Desirable
- Previous experience of working within a healthcare environment
- Demonstrate application to repetitive work
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Providing and receiving routine information orally, electronically and in writing. Knowledge and ability to use a mobile tablet, PC
- To keep work colleagues and Team Leads/Managers informed regarding work requests
- Ability to work as a team member or on own initiative
Skills
Essential
- Evidence of using PC/good computer skills
Desirable
- Previous experience of working within a healthcare environment.
- Previous experience of working in a supervisory role
- Demonstrate application to repetitive work
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
- Understanding of a range of routine work processes. Requiring a combination of on-the-job training and a period of induction
- Adheres to policies and procedures. Is able to propose improvements to working practices within own work area. Record keeping both manual and electronic Good standard of written and spoken English
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours