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Job summary

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Cleaner
Grade
2
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Part time - 25 hours per week
Job ref
358-6418309-TMP
Employer
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Multi site
Town
Leicester
Salary
£8.60 - £11.44 per hour
Salary period
Hourly
Closing
10/07/2024 23:59

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NHS

Pharmacy Cleaner

2

We are actively promoting flexible working options, helping you to manage a work / life balance

Job overview

Job Title: Pharmacy Cleaner
 
Location: Leicester
 
Employment Type: 25 hours 
 
Company: TrustMed Pharmacy 
 
As a Pharmacy Cleaner, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the cleanliness and hygiene of our pharmacy areas at all three hospital sites. You will be responsible for maintaining a sterile and orderly environment, which is essential for the safety of our patients and the smooth operation of our pharmacy services. This position involves traveling to each hospital site on a regular basis.

Main duties of the job

The Key Job Responsibilities will include
Perform cleaning duties to maintain a clean and sanitary pharmacy environment, including but not
limited to:
1. Ensuring a tidy, clean and well maintained pharmacy environment.
2. Disinfecting countertops, shelves, and workspaces
3. Emptying rubbish
4. Sweeping and mopping floors
5. Hoovering
6. Cleaning and sanitizing equipment and surfaces
7. Restocking cleaning supplies as needed
8. Adhere to infection control policies and procedures to prevent the spread of pathogens and
ensure patient safety.
9. Collaborate with pharmacy staff to coordinate cleaning schedules and prioritise areas requiring
immediate attention.
10. Report any maintenance or safety issues to the appropriate department for prompt resolution.
11. Follow all safety protocols and use personal protective equipment (PPE) when required. 

Working for our organisation

About Us:
TrustMed Pharmacy is a leading healthcare provider dedicated to delivering high-quality patient care across three hospital sites in Leicester. Our commitment to excellence extends to every aspect of our operations, including maintaining clean and hygienic environments in our pharmacy facilities. We are currently seeking a dedicated Pharmacy Cleaner to join our team and contribute to the well-being of our patients and staff.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

  • Perform cleaning duties to maintain a clean and sanitary pharmacy environment, including but not limited to:
  • Disinfecting countertops, shelves, and workspaces
  • Emptying rubbish
  • Sweeping and mopping floors
  • Cleaning and sanitizing equipment and surfaces
  • Restocking cleaning supplies as needed
  • Adhere to infection control policies and procedures to prevent the spread of pathogens and ensure patient safety.
  • Collaborate with pharmacy staff to coordinate cleaning schedules and prioritise areas requiring immediate attention.
  • Report any maintenance or safety issues to the appropriate department for prompt resolution.
  • Follow all safety protocols and use personal protective equipment (PPE) when required.

Person specification

Experience

Essential criteria
  • Previous experience in cleaning role for 2 years

Experience

Essential criteria
  • Experience cleaning in clinical setting

Experience

Essential criteria
  • Ability to work alone

Employer certification / accreditation badges

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Applicant requirements

The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Claire Morrison
Job title
Pharmacy Manager
Email address
[email protected]
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