Theatre Storekeeper, Band 3

Job overview

‘We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role' to this vacancy'

We are looking for an enthusiastic, dynamic and positive team member to join our existing Theatre Storekeeper team to be responsible for the daily control of goods and services  at Gloucester Royal Hospital.  This is a very busy department so there will be a variety of responsibilities in making this role an interesting and valued member of our team in supporting and caring for all the patients in our hospital.

Additional working pattern details: 7.30 am to 3.30pm, Mon - Fri

Main duties of the job

To ensure that necessary everyday items are in stock and readily available.

Where necessary, query any discrepancies and resolve logistical issues to prevent delay or cancellation to elective procedures.

Undertake the ordering, receiving and distribution of surgical equipment and disposable items for the various specialties within the theatres environment.

As a major job responsibility, to act as the primary point of contact within the theatres department in relation to the ordering and receipting of fast moving consumable goods.

Provide cover to the other theatre areas as required.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

To ensure the prompt processing of all requests and receipts in order to provide the best service possible to the Theatres department.

To co-ordinate, progress and hasten the flow of goods receipt notes, proof of delivery notes and invoices throughout the Theatres directorate.

To use the Trusts stock control system HTRAK for processing of orders and receipting goods.

To monitor the efficiency of the service provided by numerous suppliers and to challenge any shortfall in this service.

To inform the Managed Service Coordinator of any change to stock requests in terms of volume, supplier, new items and so on and to take action to ensure that the non-pay budget is not exceeded.

To audit usage of stock and to set the most appropriate holding level.  This is a key aspect of the role and the post holder will have responsibility for this task.

To conduct an accurate stock take of all areas when requested.  This is usually once or twice a year or when requested by the Finance Department.

Basic word processing and computer skills, with the ability to input data accurately.  Knowledge of trust systems would be advantageous.

Evidence of a reasonable standard of literacy and numeracy.

This role would suit someone with good admin experience.

Additional Contact Details

Sandra Davis

Managed Service Co-Ordinator

Tel: 0300 422 5417/2067