Assistant Technical Officer
Job Description
Job summary
Band: 2 (£20,270- £21,318 per annum)
Hours: Full time, 6 Month Contract
The main responsibility of the post holder is to provide transportation of equipment and goods to and from the MEL, including collection and delivery of infusion devices and other relevant equipment.
Main duties of the job
- The main responsibility of the post holder is to provide transportation of equipment and goods to and from the MEL, including collection and delivery of infusion devices and other relevant equipment.
- To provide support in all areas within and associated with the Medical Equipment Library.
- Assist in maintaining the Medical Equipment Library database and recording of medical devices usage.
- Provide appropriate decontamination of all relevant medical equipment in accordance with UHL Policy and Procedures.
- The Post holder will be required to provide assistance and support to the Medical Equipment Library (MEL) across all three sites.
About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
- high-quality care for all,
- being a great place to work,
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate,
- we are proud,
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/
Job responsibilities
- To provide support in all areas within and associated with the medical devices library.
- Assist in maintaining the medical devices library database and recording of infusion devices usage, maintaining stationary stock levels.
- Clean and decontaminate equipment in accordance with UHL infection control policies and procedures, to include infusion devices, observing appropriate infection control measures when dealing with equipment that has been or potentially has been contaminated.
- Provide assistance in the transportation of equipment and goods to and from the department, including collection and delivery of infusion devices and other relevant equipment.
- Participate in the rotation and monitoring of consumable stocks and supplies.
- Ensure all relevant MHRA hazard notices are acted upon accordingly, dissemination of information to relevant department and staff
- Attend regular, appropriate meetings throughout the trust.
- Participate in the in-service training and orientation programmes of new staff as appropriate.
- Promote good working relationships within all areas by providing appropriate support, ensuring whilst working in the clinical environment, will treat all patients with dignity and respect.
- Be familiar with and follow the Trusts incident reporting procedure.
- Take responsibility for all tools and equipment within the Postholders care.
- Ensure MEL facilities are kept clear and well ordered and that all equipment is maintained to acceptable standards.
- Inform Clinical Engineering staff of the condition and performance of equipment.
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- 3 GCSE or equivalent
Desirable
- NVQ level 2
Experience
Essential
- Stock rotation experience
- Multi disciplinary working
Desirable
- Health and Safety knowledge and understanding
- Knowledge of equipment management
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Active listening and verbal communication skills for effective interaction with members of the public and staff at all levels
- Ability to provide information to members of staff in a polite and courteous manner
Desirable
- Able to communicate information across professional boundaries
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
- Work as member of a Team.
- Report related concerns to other staff.
- Proficient in the use of computers and entering data into software packages such as databases.
- Able to enter and retrieve information using computer packages such as excel, word and outlook.
- Manage time accordingly to ensure tasks are completed to specified timescales
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Capable of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Good organisational skills with the ability to plan and prioritise a demanding workload
Physical skills
Essential
- Ability to meet the physical demands required of the role
Other requirements specific to the role
Essential
- Reliable - good time management skills
- Systematic approach to work
- Demonstrate initiative, enthusiasm and confidence
- Participate in flexible rostering if required
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
Address
University Hospitals of Leicester
Leicester
LE15WW
Employer's website
https://www.jobsatleicestershospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
