Medical Equipment Library Assistant | University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 04 July 2024 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £22,383 pa or pa pro rata |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 03 August 2024 |
| Location: | Southampton, SO16 6YD |
| Company: | University Hospital Southampton NHS FT |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 6453447/188-THQ1100724 |
Summary
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for a detailed job description of the role.
The Medical Equipment Library (MEL) is part of the wider Clinical Engineering department at UHS. We are a small, friendly team who are excited to be able to offer this opportunity for a dedicated, customer-focused, enthusiastic individual to join our team.
MEL operate a collection and delivery service of diverse medical equipment to UHS wards and departments. We are responsible for ensuring equipment is delivered promptly, is within service dates and adheres to infection prevention guidelines.
Key Responsibilities:
• Collect and deliver medical equipment in a timely manner.
• Clean and process medical equipment according to work instructions.
• Record loans using an electronic asset management database.
• Operate a phoneline service handling queries and requests from clinical teams.
• Complete audits of loaned devices with accuracy.
• Process equipment to be returned to the manufacturer.
• Actively search for devices in need of servicing.
• Liaise with colleagues in the trust from clinical and non-clinical areas and people from third-party companies and suppliers.
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to.
Specific to this role we are open to discussing flexibility in the hours that you work. Please talk to us at the interview about the flexibility you need, and we will explore what’s possible for the role and service. UHS employees can access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
What experience/skills are needed:
• High levels of attention to detail.
• Ability to take initiative and be proactive.
• Experience in healthcare or a customer service role.
• Strong communication skills verbally and non-verbally.
• Good levels of fitness.
Other information:
This role will cover Monday-Friday 08:00-16:00 with no bank holidays or weekends.
Please refer to person specification and job description for a full understanding of the necessary experience, skills and responsibilities.
This advert closes on Thursday 25 Jul 2024