Medical Device Technician
| Posting date: | 16 April 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £26,500 |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 16 May 2024 |
| Location: | Bedford, MK43 9SS |
| Company: | Movianto |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1217 |
Summary
Job Advert
Are you looking for a new challenge within the warehouse environment, we have a new position opened to work at the Medical Device
Centre - Bedford Link site.
A Medical Device Technician – (£26,500) this role is similar to the Stores and Inventory Technician however includes more customer
services acts.
Both roles need attention to detail and the successful candidates should feel at ease working on the shop floor and be proficient
in handling client interactions through phone calls and emails.
Hours of work: 37.5 hours - Flexible between 8am-7pm Monday - Friday with occasional weekend work when necessary.
Who are we?
Movianto is a leading healthcare logistics company that specialises in providing comprehensive distribution and supply chain
solutions for the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device industries. Movianto has invested over £25 million into its
new flag ship site at Bedford Link, and the dedicated Medical Device Centre of Excellence is a key pillar in our strategy and
something close to the President’s heart. It is therefore pivotal that the successful candidate can operate at the highest level
of detail, as well as being proactive, forward thinking and above all placing the well-being of the patients we serve at the heart
of every business decision.
Benefits
No peak times - we have steady volumes.
Fixed shifts
Onsite Gym at Bedford / discount PureGym memberships
Company Pension
Access to Your Rewards platform
Cycle to work.
Flu Vaccine
33 days annual leave including Bank holidays.
Health Assured – Employee Assistance
Simply Health – salary sacrifice
Overtime 1.5x
Purpose of the role
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Medical Device Technician to join our team, specialising in handling medical
devices. The ideal candidate will be responsible for efficiently managing the storage, organisation, reconciliation and
distribution of implant kits and Medical Devices. This role requires a strong commitment to quality control, accuracy, and
compliance with regulatory standards. This position is customer services driven, inventory and warehouse. The successful candidate
should feel at ease working on the shop floor and be proficient in handling client interactions through phone calls and emails.
Completing the whole cycle from initial contact, to getting the implant kits ready, liaising with transport, letting the customer
know ETA/PODs, arranging collection of kits and rescanning and replenishing when back.
Key Responsibilities
Receiving and Inspection:
* Receive incoming shipments of medical devices, ensuring accurate quantities and proper documentation.
* Conduct thorough inspections to verify the quality and condition of received medical devices.
Customer Services:
* Inbound - Answering phone calls / emails from either the client, rep, or hospital in relation to implant kit requests and
enquiries.
* Outbound - Ringing hospitals for collections. Finding out exact whereabouts of products.
* Liaising with Transport to arrange same day collections / deliveries.
Inventory Management:
* Using our management systems to accurately record and track medical devices.
* Conduct regular cycle counts and assist in periodic physical inventory audits.
Storage and Organisation:
* Safely store medical devices in designated areas, following established storage procedures.
* Implement FIFO (First In, First Out) principles to maintain product integrity.
Order Fulfilment:
* Process and fulfil orders accurately and efficiently, ensuring timely shipment to customers.
Quality Control:
* Perform quality checks on outgoing shipments to ensure they meet established standards.
* Report any deviations or quality issues to the appropriate personnel.
Compliance:
* Adhere to regulatory standards and guidelines governing the storage and handling of medical devices.
* Participate in training programs to stay informed about industry regulations and best practices.
Safety and Security:
* Maintain a clean and organised work environment, following safety protocols.
* Collaborate with the safety team to identify and address potential hazards.
* Monitor and enforce security measures to protect valuable medical devices.
Experience/Skills Required
* Excellent communication and people skills
* Attention to detail.
* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
* Hard work ethic
* Knowledge of packing procedures
* Good organisational and time management skills
* Flexible
* Be self-motivated and able to work autonomously as well as being a team player.
* Ability to remain calm when faced with pressure related to deadlines and multiple priorities.
* Ability to lift and carry objects up to 15kgs.
Required:
* Any operator processing returned product will be expected to undergo yearly hepatitis vaccination.
* Any operator processing returned product will be expected to undergo yearly annual eye-sight test with a Pass Criteria of
minimum visual acuity of 0.8 (80%), in order to detect defects little as 300μm.
If you are passionate about contributing to the healthcare industry and have a keen eye for detail, we invite you to apply for
this challenging and rewarding position. Join us in making a difference in the delivery of critical medical devices to enhance
patient care.
Movianto / Walden Group is an equal opportunity employer. All tasks must be carried out in compliance with the company and country
legislation and practices, health and safety at work and environment guidelines relevant to the market in which the role is
operational in. Please note the list above is not exhaustive and we expect the post holder to be flexible within the framework of
the job definition. Movianto / Walden Group seeks to recruit and appoint the best available person for a job regardless of
marital / civil partnership status, sex (including pregnancy), age, religion, belief, race, nationality and ethnic or national
origin, colour, sexual orientation, or disability. Movianto / Walden Group apply all relevant Data Protection laws when processing
your Personal Data. If you choose to apply to this opportunity and share your CV or other personal information with
Movianto/ Walden Group, these details will be held by us in accordance with our privacy policy used by our team to contact you
regarding this or other relevant opportunities at Movianto/ Walden Group.
Are you looking for a new challenge within the warehouse environment, we have a new position opened to work at the Medical Device
Centre - Bedford Link site.
A Medical Device Technician – (£26,500) this role is similar to the Stores and Inventory Technician however includes more customer
services acts.
Both roles need attention to detail and the successful candidates should feel at ease working on the shop floor and be proficient
in handling client interactions through phone calls and emails.
Hours of work: 37.5 hours - Flexible between 8am-7pm Monday - Friday with occasional weekend work when necessary.
Who are we?
Movianto is a leading healthcare logistics company that specialises in providing comprehensive distribution and supply chain
solutions for the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device industries. Movianto has invested over £25 million into its
new flag ship site at Bedford Link, and the dedicated Medical Device Centre of Excellence is a key pillar in our strategy and
something close to the President’s heart. It is therefore pivotal that the successful candidate can operate at the highest level
of detail, as well as being proactive, forward thinking and above all placing the well-being of the patients we serve at the heart
of every business decision.
Benefits
No peak times - we have steady volumes.
Fixed shifts
Onsite Gym at Bedford / discount PureGym memberships
Company Pension
Access to Your Rewards platform
Cycle to work.
Flu Vaccine
33 days annual leave including Bank holidays.
Health Assured – Employee Assistance
Simply Health – salary sacrifice
Overtime 1.5x
Purpose of the role
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Medical Device Technician to join our team, specialising in handling medical
devices. The ideal candidate will be responsible for efficiently managing the storage, organisation, reconciliation and
distribution of implant kits and Medical Devices. This role requires a strong commitment to quality control, accuracy, and
compliance with regulatory standards. This position is customer services driven, inventory and warehouse. The successful candidate
should feel at ease working on the shop floor and be proficient in handling client interactions through phone calls and emails.
Completing the whole cycle from initial contact, to getting the implant kits ready, liaising with transport, letting the customer
know ETA/PODs, arranging collection of kits and rescanning and replenishing when back.
Key Responsibilities
Receiving and Inspection:
* Receive incoming shipments of medical devices, ensuring accurate quantities and proper documentation.
* Conduct thorough inspections to verify the quality and condition of received medical devices.
Customer Services:
* Inbound - Answering phone calls / emails from either the client, rep, or hospital in relation to implant kit requests and
enquiries.
* Outbound - Ringing hospitals for collections. Finding out exact whereabouts of products.
* Liaising with Transport to arrange same day collections / deliveries.
Inventory Management:
* Using our management systems to accurately record and track medical devices.
* Conduct regular cycle counts and assist in periodic physical inventory audits.
Storage and Organisation:
* Safely store medical devices in designated areas, following established storage procedures.
* Implement FIFO (First In, First Out) principles to maintain product integrity.
Order Fulfilment:
* Process and fulfil orders accurately and efficiently, ensuring timely shipment to customers.
Quality Control:
* Perform quality checks on outgoing shipments to ensure they meet established standards.
* Report any deviations or quality issues to the appropriate personnel.
Compliance:
* Adhere to regulatory standards and guidelines governing the storage and handling of medical devices.
* Participate in training programs to stay informed about industry regulations and best practices.
Safety and Security:
* Maintain a clean and organised work environment, following safety protocols.
* Collaborate with the safety team to identify and address potential hazards.
* Monitor and enforce security measures to protect valuable medical devices.
Experience/Skills Required
* Excellent communication and people skills
* Attention to detail.
* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
* Hard work ethic
* Knowledge of packing procedures
* Good organisational and time management skills
* Flexible
* Be self-motivated and able to work autonomously as well as being a team player.
* Ability to remain calm when faced with pressure related to deadlines and multiple priorities.
* Ability to lift and carry objects up to 15kgs.
Required:
* Any operator processing returned product will be expected to undergo yearly hepatitis vaccination.
* Any operator processing returned product will be expected to undergo yearly annual eye-sight test with a Pass Criteria of
minimum visual acuity of 0.8 (80%), in order to detect defects little as 300μm.
If you are passionate about contributing to the healthcare industry and have a keen eye for detail, we invite you to apply for
this challenging and rewarding position. Join us in making a difference in the delivery of critical medical devices to enhance
patient care.
Movianto / Walden Group is an equal opportunity employer. All tasks must be carried out in compliance with the company and country
legislation and practices, health and safety at work and environment guidelines relevant to the market in which the role is
operational in. Please note the list above is not exhaustive and we expect the post holder to be flexible within the framework of
the job definition. Movianto / Walden Group seeks to recruit and appoint the best available person for a job regardless of
marital / civil partnership status, sex (including pregnancy), age, religion, belief, race, nationality and ethnic or national
origin, colour, sexual orientation, or disability. Movianto / Walden Group apply all relevant Data Protection laws when processing
your Personal Data. If you choose to apply to this opportunity and share your CV or other personal information with
Movianto/ Walden Group, these details will be held by us in accordance with our privacy policy used by our team to contact you
regarding this or other relevant opportunities at Movianto/ Walden Group.