Job summary
- Main area
- Radiology Health Care Assistant
- Grade
- Band 3
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week
- Job ref
- 279-6437603-JUL24
- Employer
- 279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Royal Sussex County Hospital
- Town
- Brighton
- Salary
- £22,816 - £24,336 per annum pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 07/08/2024 23:59
Employer heading
Stores Health Care Assistant
Band 3
About our Trust
At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute Trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.
Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to always put our Patient First . In fact our mission is summed up by our ‘where better never stops’ motto and you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Job overview
Royal Sussex County Hospital - Imaging Department
The purpose of this role is to support Interventional Radiology teams with the management of stock and ordering for theatres. This role will be responsible for the ordering, receipt and stock management of the supplies for both General and Neuro Interventional Radiology.
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- Reviewing and maintaining stock
- Reporting low stock or over-stocking
- Raising orders to replenish supplies using our Trust's supplies ordering computer systems
- Assist rational materials management
- Keep storage areas organised and tidy to avoid unnecessary waste
- Liaise with clinical staff regarding specialist orders
- Liaise with companies regarding stock issues e.g. limited supplies, delays in orders. Then report to the relevant clinical teams
- To actively and safely participate as a member of the nursing team and contribute towards the smooth and efficient running of the department.
Stores Health Care Assistant – Band 3
Full Time 37.5 hrs/wk between the hours of 08:30 to 17:00.
Main duties of the job
The opportunity has arisen to recruit a Band 3 HCA to join our friendly team in the General and Neuro Interventional Radiology Department in Imaging.
The purpose of this role is to support Interventional Radiology teams with the management of stock and ordering for theatres. This role will be responsible for the ordering, receipt and stock management of the supplies for both General and Neuro Interventional Radiology.
Previous experience in a Radiology Department is desirable but not essential.
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
• To ensure effective communication with nurses, doctors, radiographers on site as well as to other departments
• To order stock items and assist rational materials management
• Reviewing and maintaining stock
• Reporting low stock or over stocking
• Raising orders to replenish supplies using our Trust's supplies ordering computer systems
• Keep storage areas organised and tidy to avoid unnecessary waste
• Liaise with clinical staff regarding specialist orders
• To record data and take part in audits as required.
• Be responsible for keeping the clinical areas fully supplied with necessary equipment. Order stock items as identified.
• Undertake clerical and reception duties when necessary.
• Liaise with clinical staff regarding stock
• Liaise with companies regarding stock issues e.g. limited supplies, delays in orders. Then report to the relevant clinical teams
• To have an interest in self development and be active in enhancing own personal knowledge in a variety of ways such as study days
• Knowledge of Trust Policies relating to post
• Contribute to the identification of areas for change and development.
• To assist Inpatient and Day Case patients and radiologists during procedures by ensuring necessary stock is available
• Support the team to correctly identify and prepare patients for the range of invasive procedures
For further information, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.
Person specification
Education and Experience
Essential criteria
- Good standard of general education to include Maths and English GCSE at grades 4 and above / C and above or equivalent
- Care Certificate Level 2
- Good interpersonal skills and use of the English language
- Well written personal statement
Desirable criteria
- Level 3 Educational Qualifications and / or extensive experience in a relevant health care setting
- Skilled in computer program use
Equality Diversity and Inclusion
Essential criteria
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Mac Chinehasha
- Job title
- Clinical Nurse Specialist
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01273 696955
- Additional information
or
Fiona Lerski, Radiology Sister
01273 69 69 55 ext 64240
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