International Paramedic

Job overview

A highly motivated individual has an exciting secondment opportunity with SCAS Operational Support Services to manage a small team in charge of implementing the new Logistical Digital Stock Control System into operation. Tasks would include, but are not limited to, training and mentoring, as well as developing and mapping new logistical processes.

Main duties of the job

1. To supervise the operations of the Central Logistics Unit, overseeing the day-today running of the Central Logistics Unit, ensuring adequate stocks of medical consumables and stationary supplies are held at predetermined levels, organising delivery schedules and ensuring that staff carry out their duties in a timely, efficient and accurate manner, in accordance with Trust policy, protocol and procedure. This will involve a close working relationship with the Logistics & Distribution Manager.
2. To liaise with other directorates within the Trust to ensure relevant supplies are held and delivery schedules fulfilled, and to ensure the department meets the needs of the service.
3. To ensure that all station orders are fulfilled and receive as requested or determined and that any discrepancies are immediately brought to the attention of the Logistics & Distribution Manager.
4. To comply with and ensure all departmental staff comply with relevant Trust's policies.
5. To ensure all requisitions are actioned (using Proactis or otherwise) within one day of receipt.
6. To raise purchase orders with nominated companies within contractual arrangements (Using Proactis).
7. To advise the Logistics & Distribution Manager on proposed departmental budget spend as required, ensuring adherence to standing Trust financial policies.
8. Ensure that goods received at the Central Logistics Unit are stored as per manufacturer's recommendations and in accordance with Trust Health and Safety procedures.

Working for our organisation

Benefits we offer:

• Expert training and support from our dedicated in-house education team.
• Holiday entitlement is 27 days rising to 29 days after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years, plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata for part time).
• Enrolment into the NHS Pension Scheme.
• Access to continual professional development and opportunities within SCAS and the NHS.
• Occupational Health support along with an Employee Assistance Programme.
• NHS Discounts in over 200+ stores including Holidays, Days out, Car insurance, Restaurants and Clothing.

About Us

South Central Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of emergency, urgent care and non-emergency healthcare services, along with commercial logistics services.

The Trust delivers most of these services to the populations of Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Hampshire and Oxfordshire as well as non-emergency patient transport services in Surrey and Sussex.

We serve a population of over 7 million and answer over 500,000 urgent calls a year. We employ 4,551 staff who, together with over 1,100 volunteers, enable us to operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

1. To ensure that the Trust's policies in relation to Equality and Diversity are central to the working ethos of all staff.
2. To adhere to all Trust and regulatory body operational procedures, protocols and guidelines at all times.
3. To ensure that staff are able to work in a safe and conducive working environment and that responsibilities regarding Health and Safety and staff welfare legislation and best practice are fulfilled throughout the department.

Person specification Interviw and Application Essential criteria

• Proof of extensive broad experience in various stores positions and logistics centres in a supervisory capacity with an IT infrastructure.
• Previous experience of working in supplies management, distribution and stock control, preferably in a supervisory role, in a controlled environment
• Knowledge of stock control Systems
• Knowledge of stock rotation
• Experience of using a variety of IT software including Microsoft Office, and Excel for preference
• B Category driving license
• Excellent leadership skills
• Excellent Communication skills
• Knowledge of Clinical device management

Desirable criteria

• Qualified in the use of manual handling equipment
• Knowledge of the NHS supply chain
• Experience in driving commercial sized vehicles
• Category C1 driving licence

We actively welcome job applications from candidates who have a disability or who are members of the BAME, LGBTQ+ and Armed Forces community (including: Reservists, Veterans, Spouses and Cadets). Here at SCAS we are proud to have a workforce that reflects the diverse community we serve. Applicants who have a disability or are members of the armed forces community who meet the minimum shortlisting criteria for their post of interest will be invited for an interview and/or assessment (where applicable).

As well as standard NHS benefits like generous holiday entitlement and an excellent pension scheme, we offer lots of extras for our staff.

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