Stores Worker

• Define min/max levels in each clinical store area
• Ensure adequate item /shelves labelling
• Gather data and ensure stock rotation
• Ensure the transition period from manual to automated stock management runs smoothly and with no interruption in service
• Actively participate in training programmes for any new systems/software
• Deliver goods (stock and non-stock items) to the appropriate department/area in the hospital
• Monitor distribution of stock and ensure an appropriate restocking and optimum supply are in place
• Carry out pick list stock item requests
• Carry out cycle counts in wards, theatre and other clinical departments throughout the hospital using handheld scanners
• Maintain stock records using the inventory management system
• Receipt of all goods via the inventory management system
• Deal with stock recalls as required
• Support nurses with Point-of-Care implementation as required
• Validating theatre stock daily as required
• Ensure that all store locations are maintained as per hospital policy
• Continually liaise with the procurement team on changes of products and max/ min levels
• Carry out annual and ad-hoc stock takes in conjunction with others in the hospital
• Other ad-hoc operational duties as required throughout different areas of the hospital
• Attend and participate in staff development programmes on an ongoing basis
• Attend all mandatory training days and ensure that all mandatary training is in date
• Comply with all HR system and policy requirements
• Promote a patient centred culture of openness and responsiveness to positive and constructive patient feedback and ensuring patient dignity, respect and choice is maintained in their care
• Ensure compliance with all relevant Hermitage Clinic guidelines, policies, procedures and relevant legislation and regulatory requirements
• Participate in the continuous review and evaluation of policies, guidelines and existing practices
• Assist in promoting a culture of continuous quality improvement across the department
• Be aware of the core objectives, standards and key performance indicators for the service and contribute to the monitoring of performance against these standards
• Participate in the requirements of the clinics accreditation process
• Participate in the requirements of the clinic’s risk management programme
• Promote the delivery of a high standard of care to all patients
• Work with members of the Multidisciplinary team in devising Standard Operating Procedures for the development of the Unit
• Assist in ensuring a culture of safety, promoting positive reporting of incidents and near misses
• investigate and take remedial action on incidents or near misses involving patients and staff according to clinic policies, protocols and guidelines

• Experience in Materials Management
• Healthcare / Hospital experience
• Experience using computer based systems
• Technical and professional expertise
• Results driven and accountable
• Patient centred
• Commitment to quality
• Communication and Interpersonal skills
• Teamwork
• Flexibility and adaptability

Experience with clinical supplies