Pathology Stores Personnel
2 weeks ago
Job Overview To provide an efficient and effective stock control and distribution service within the Pathology department, supporting diagnostic services across all Trust sites. This includes the receipt, storage, rotation, and issue of stock items, ensuring availability of essential materials to laboratory and clinical staff, maintaining stock accuracy, and ensuring compliance with health and safety and infection control standards. Key Responsibilities Monitor stock levels using inventory management systems. Assist in routine stock checks and stock‑taking procedures. Alert supervisor of potential stock shortages or excess. Prepare and supply stock to hospital areas and GP surgeries as required. Adhere to Health and Safety requirements and advice, focusing on lifting, carrying, and maintaining a tidy and safe workspace. Deliver stock within the Hospital. Complete store request orders within the desired turnaround time. Unload large deliveries safely into storage areas, often involving pallets and extended lifting. Exercise judgement and provide general advice when dealing with enquiries – analyse problems and seek advice where needed to resolve them. Make up blood culture packs for hospital use. Communicate clearly and courteously with laboratory, clinical, procurement teams and external suppliers. Respond to stock and delivery queries in person, by phone or email. Escalate supply issues and discrepancies to the Supervisor/Manager promptly. Follow Trust and departmental SOPs, including those related to stock control, infection control and manual handling. Suggest improvements to current procedures where applicable. Ensure correct rotation of stock and disposal of expired items; assist in processing goods received and returned. Participate in training new staff in store‑related duties when required. Use inventory and procurement systems (e.g., NHS Supply Chain portals or bespoke inventory software) and maintain accurate records of stock levels, deliveries, and discrepancies. Effort, Skills and Working Minimal emotional effort required; role is busy and requires organisational skills. Competent use of computer systems for stock management and reporting; competent in Microsoft Outlook and basic computer skills. Use of pallets, trolleys, and manual handling equipment. Frequent standing, walking, bending and lifting (moderate loads). Frequent need for concentration when checking deliveries and stock records; occasional interruptions due to urgent supply requests or delivery issues. Key Working Relationships Pathology laboratory staff Procurement and Finance teams Stores Supervisor / Operational Managers Clinical staff from wards/department Suppliers and couriers About the Organisation Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest Trusts in the country, serving a population of 1.2 million people. With acute hospital sites at Broomfield in Chelmsford, Basildon, and Southend, and a workforce of approximately 15,000 staff, the Trust is committed to delivering excellent local and specialist services, improving patient wellbeing, and providing a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers. Additional Information Please note that the selection process at Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust includes monitoring of AI usage in applications. Candidates are required to declare any AI assistance used before submitting their application. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Pathology Stores Personnel
2 weeks ago
Chelmsford, United Kingdom NHS Full timeGo back Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust Pathology Stores Personnel The closing date is 03 December 2025 To provide an efficient and effective stock control and distribution service within the Pathology department, supporting diagnostic services across all Trust sites. This includes the receipt, storage, rotation, and issue of stock items, ensuring...
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Chelmsford, United Kingdom Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust Full timeJob Overview To provide an efficient and effective stock control and distribution service within the Pathology department, supporting diagnostic services across all Trust sites. This includes the receipt, storage, rotation, and issue of stock items, ensuring availability of essential materials to laboratory and clinical staff, maintaining stock accuracy, and...
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