Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable individual to join our friendly Mask Fit Testing Service.
To fulfil this exciting role, you must be able to liaise confidently with staff at all levels, be willing to learn and be able to work both independently and within a team.
If you are friendly, organised, have excellent communication skills and would like a new challenge, we welcome your application.
Main duties of the job
To provide operational day to day delivery of the fit testing service for Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) including FFP3 masks, ensuring the trust complies with Health and Safety policies, procedures and guidelines.
This will involve managing the Fit Testing administration and booking process for staff and recording the results on Trust systems.
You will be responsible for auditing (RPE)/PPE compliance and additional duties to support the Infection Control Team.
About us
Come Nurse with us...
Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the country. It comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital. We provide accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge and regional and national specialist services. It's a great place to nurse, work and live.
You will work on a vibrant hospital campus with a friendly community feel; we have excellent facilities to practise your skills and abilities to support your career pathway and development. Our values of Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent support the delivery of outstanding care. We have a fully electronic patient record system that is improving health-care quality; this is transforming services, improving patient safety and clinical outcomes.
Why choose Cambridge University Hospitals?
- Our values and reputation for outstanding care
- Opportunities to experience a range of specialities
- Career and development opportunities
- Preceptorship and mentoring programmes delivered by a dedicated clinical education support team
- Research experience and opportunities
- Lovely location and quality of life
- Excellent schools/colleges and transport links (road, rail and air)
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.
Please note:- Internal applicants on permanent contracts can only apply for this post as a secondment and must have the approval of your current line manager before applying.
This vacancy will close on 10th September 2023
Interviews are due to held on 22nd September 2023
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.
Please note:- Internal applicants on permanent contracts can only apply for this post as a secondment and must have the approval of your current line manager before applying.
This vacancy will close on 10th September 2023
Interviews are due to held on 22nd September 2023
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good standard of general education to GSCE level or equivalent. Or, NVQ level 3, level 3 BTEC with knowledge of Health & Social Care Evidence of continuous personal development
Desirable
- Fit testing qualifications Fit to Fit or similar. (Training will be given if necessary ) Foundation Degree/Post Graduate Diploma
Experience
Essential
- Experience of customer service and dealing with the public. Experience of using IT packages including Microsoft office and emails. Accurate data entry experience. Experience working in a NHS setting.
Desirable
- Experience of training and contact with different people on a daily basis.
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of FFP3 masks requirements Good understanding of infection control principles in hospital or community settings. ? Knowledge of the NHS Understanding confidentiality and data protection Understanding of customer care values
Desirable
- Previous role within a large NHS organisation Knowledge of Trust information systems
Skills
Essential
- Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative Excellent communication skills including telephone, e-mail and face to face Ability to organise and manage own workload whilst adhering to schedules and deadlines Able to use and communicate through Microsoft office suite, particularly Word, Excel and Outlook programs. ? The ability to trouble shoot where appropriate; monitoring quality control measures and protocols. Ability to prioritise Ability to adapt to change Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines Ability to store and safeguard confidential documents, both electronic and hard copy Ability to show attention to detail and accuracy Willing to take on and learn new skills Good organisation skills Ability to use own initiative and work autonomously
Desirable
- Ability to write reports using data provided whilst fit testing
Additional Requirements
Essential
- The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of Safe, Kind, Excellent.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good standard of general education to GSCE level or equivalent. Or, NVQ level 3, level 3 BTEC with knowledge of Health & Social Care Evidence of continuous personal development
Desirable
- Fit testing qualifications Fit to Fit or similar. (Training will be given if necessary ) Foundation Degree/Post Graduate Diploma
Experience
Essential
- Experience of customer service and dealing with the public. Experience of using IT packages including Microsoft office and emails. Accurate data entry experience. Experience working in a NHS setting.
Desirable
- Experience of training and contact with different people on a daily basis.
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of FFP3 masks requirements Good understanding of infection control principles in hospital or community settings. ? Knowledge of the NHS Understanding confidentiality and data protection Understanding of customer care values
Desirable
- Previous role within a large NHS organisation Knowledge of Trust information systems
Skills
Essential
- Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative Excellent communication skills including telephone, e-mail and face to face Ability to organise and manage own workload whilst adhering to schedules and deadlines Able to use and communicate through Microsoft office suite, particularly Word, Excel and Outlook programs. ? The ability to trouble shoot where appropriate; monitoring quality control measures and protocols. Ability to prioritise Ability to adapt to change Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines Ability to store and safeguard confidential documents, both electronic and hard copy Ability to show attention to detail and accuracy Willing to take on and learn new skills Good organisation skills Ability to use own initiative and work autonomously
Desirable
- Ability to write reports using data provided whilst fit testing
Additional Requirements
Essential
- The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of Safe, Kind, Excellent.
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.
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).
Additional information
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.
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).