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Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Healthcare
    Facilities Management
  • Manchester

AI generated summary

  • You need strong communication and organization skills, empathy for patients, ability to work under pressure, teamwork, and excellent computer skills for timely task completion.
  • You will clean and maintain the unit, prepare snacks, order supplies, support patients, report equipment issues, and assist in quality improvement efforts.

Requirements

  • We are looking for a person who is keen to work with this group of people, who has great communication skills and organisation skills to ensure the smooth running of the Unit.
  • You must be able to empathise with and consider patients as you go about your duties, you will have an organised and positive approach to ensure the tasks at hand are carried out in a timely, effective manner.
  • Able to cope well under pressure, you will utilise excellent communication and team skills.
  • Excellent computer skills are essential for this role.

Responsibilities

  • talking to and reassuring patients
  • ordering non-clinical supplies
  • keeping the Unit clean and tidy
  • preparing snacks and drinks
  • reporting faults and expiration dates of equipment
  • ensuring that all medical equipment is clean and well maintained
  • undertaking the ordering of stores and equipment on the ward
  • assisting with obtaining feedback from our patients by using the What Matters To Me tracker and friend and family test
  • assisting the team in continuous quality improvement work

FAQs

What are the main responsibilities of a Housekeeper in the Children's Ward?

The main responsibilities include leading unit services such as catering, cleaning, ordering non-clinical supplies, preparing snacks and drinks, keeping the unit clean and tidy, and reporting faults and expiration dates of equipment.

What qualifications or skills are required for this position?

We are looking for someone with great communication and organizational skills, excellent computer skills, and the ability to empathize with patients. Being able to work well under pressure and having excellent team skills are also essential.

What is the working hours for this role?

This is a full-time position requiring you to work 37.5 hours per week.

Is there any opportunity for career development in this role?

Yes, at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, we provide equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open, and transparent.

Should applicants have experience working in a healthcare environment?

While prior experience in a healthcare environment may be beneficial, we are more focused on finding a motivated and committed individual willing to learn and take on the responsibilities of the role.

Who can I contact for further details or an informal visit about the position?

You can contact Vicki Healey, the Ward Manager, at victoria.healey2@mft.nhs.uk or by telephone at 0161 625 8248.

What is the culture like at MFT?

At MFT, we create and foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, ensuring the health and wellbeing of our staff while encouraging collaborative working and transformation.

Are there any specific software or systems I need to be familiar with for this job?

Yes, excellent computer skills are essential, and familiarity with electronic patient record systems like Hive, which we launched in September 2022, would be beneficial.

What kind of feedback mechanism is in place for patients?

You will assist in obtaining feedback from patients using the What Matters To Me tracker and the Friends and Family Test.

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Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

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Mission & Purpose

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the UK, employing over 20,000 staff. We are responsible for running a family of nine hospitals across six separate sites, providing a wide range of services from comprehensive local general hospital care through to highly specialised regional and national services. We are the main provider of hospital care to approximately 750,000 people in Manchester and Trafford and the single biggest provider of specialised services in the North West of England. We are also the lead provider for a significant number of specialised services including Breast Care, Vascular, Cardiac, Respiratory, Urology Cancer, Paediatrics, Women’s Services, Ophthalmology and Genomic Medicine.