Stock-Taking of Consumables in the Speech Therapy Department
Care Process & Redesign
National University Health System Quality Improvement
National University Health System
31 December 2020
To ensure timely stock replenishment of consumables in the Speech Therapy Department. The initiative highlighted the importance of clear processes and visual cues to prevent disruptions.
Year Submitted: 2020
Published Date: 31 December 2020
Tags: Care Process ＆ Redesign, Operational Management, Inventory Management, Quality Improvement, Workflow Redesign
About this Content
Aims
To ensure timely stock replenishment of consumables in the Speech Therapy Department.
Background
Consumables running low disrupted therapy sessions and patient management.
Methods
Standardized stock-taking processes, implemented reminder notes, and conducted in-service training.
Results
Reduced incidences of consumables running out, but further iterations required to address gaps.
Conclusion
The initiative highlighted the importance of clear processes and visual cues to prevent disruptions.
Lessons Learnt
Standardization improves efficiency, but consistent communication and follow-ups are key.
Keywords
Consumables, Inventory Management, Speech Therapy
Innovators' Details
Innovators' Details
Healthcare Cluster(s) | National University Health System |
Organization(s) Involved | Ng Teng Fong General Hospital |
Platform(s) | National University Health System Quality Improvement |
Healthcare Professional Group(s) | Healthcare Administration |
Applicable Specialty or Discipline | Speech Therapy, Healthcare Administrators |
Project Lead(s) | Christine Tan |
Project Member(s) | Celeste Chew |
Connect with this contributor!
Christine Tan - christine_tan@nuhs.edu.sg
Project Attachment
C108_NTFGH_QM_2020_Stock_Taking_of_Consumables_in_the_Speech_Therapy_Department.pdf