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Job summaryAn opportunity has arisen within the Pathology Stores Team based cross site between Old Medical School at Leeds General Infirmary and Centre for Laboratory Medicine at St James Hospital.We are seeking a hard working, friendly individual with strong communication skills to work as part of this small team. This is a varied role for an individual who is self motivated and able to organise time efficiently to complete a range of tasks.The Pathology Stores Team supports the Leeds Pathology Service by receiving and safe storage of goods, disposal of waste (clinical and domestic) generated by the pathology laboratories and the picking and packaging of supplies for GPs and Wards.The post holder must be capable of physical effort and will be required to frequently lift heavy and awkward loads (up to 15kg). Rotation and training around all tasks of the role will be given.The hours of work are 37.5 per week, which are currently between 07:30 - 16:00, Monday to Friday. Weekend and Bank Holiday working may be required subject to operational needs.Expected Shortlisting Date29/04/2025Planned Interview Date14/05/2025Main duties of the jobReceipt, storage & distribution of consumables and supplies for LTHT Pathology. This may require moving and handling of heavy and bulky items. Stock rotation of deliveries. Picking, packing and despatch of consumables against authorised stock requisitions e.g. ward or GP supplies. Advise Procurement Team on low or high stock levels to ensure continuity of service. Resolve immediate problems with stock discrepancies and out of stock consumables, liaising with colleagues, wards and suppliers where necessary. Responsible for ensuring stock is stored as per storage and security requirements (e.g. dry, fridge or freezer) and in a timely manner. Complete and update stock control systems as requested. Ensure Laboratory coats are packed for laundry and clean coats put away on return from laundry. Prioritising work to meet deadlines, especially during busy periods. Work with stores team to ensure all daily duties are completed as per standard work duties for each day. Ensure all work areas are clean and tidy and ensure stock is stored safely so as not to present a hazard to staff. Conform to all Health and Safety requirements and Risk assessment for stores, autoclaving and waste disposal. Autoclave laboratory waste as per departmental SOPs and in accordance with infectious waste management. Wash and clean autoclave tins so that they can be re-used. Customer care duties, including dealing with telephone enquiries.About usThe stores team are crucial in delivering a quality pathology service alongside the scientific and support team.The post will move to the purpose built Centre for Laboratory Medicine Facility at St James in 2025, housing state of the art equipment and facilities.Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process of redeploying 'at risk' members of our existing workforce to new roles. As such, all our job adverts are subject to this policy and we reserve the right to close, delay or remove adverts while this process is completed. If you do experience a delay in the shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please bear with us while this process is completed, and contact the named contact if you have any questions.Person SpecificationOther CriteriaEssentialGood reading and numerate skills. Able to organise and prioritise tasks. Skills and BehavioursEssentialGood work ethic. Reliable. QualificationsEssentialGCSE Qualifications in English & Maths or equivalent functional skills qualification. DesirableHealth and Safety Qualification. ExperienceEssentialMoving and Handling Heavy Goods. DesirableWaste Management experience. Previous experience within a laboratory environment. Stock control experience. Employer detailsEmployer nameLeeds Teaching Hospitals AddressLeeds General InfirmaryGreat George StreetLeedsLS1 3EXEmployer's website #J-18808-Ljbffr