University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

Surgical Training Centre Technician

The closing date is 20 May 2025

Job summary

The West Midlands Surgical Training Centre (WMSTC) is a surgical training facility specialising in human tissue and anatomical examination. The Surgical Training Centre Technician works within a small technical team that work together to plan and prepare for Surgical Educational events.

The post will contribute to the day-to-day operations of the WMSTC, assisting in a broad range of technical work activities ensuring the provision of an efficient service that is in accordance with Trust, HTA and Department of Health regulations and requirements

Closing Date: Please be advised that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested.

Main duties of the job

  1. To assist in the completion of the day-to-day activities and duties of the Surgical Training Centre as required by the Trust, HTA, and the Department of Health.
  2. To provide technical support in a theatre environment.
  3. To prepare and set up cadaveric material for use in the training centre for visiting Surgeons and Medical Education courses and events.
  4. Uphold the dignity and respect of Human Tissue utilised within the West Midlands Surgical Training Centre.
  5. Maintain accurate cadaveric records adhering to HTA licensing requirements.
  6. Liaise with mortuary and funeral directors ensuring protocols are adhered to
  7. To ensure that the Surgical training Centre is organised and equipped for medical and surgical education.

About us

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

Details

Date posted

12 May 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£26,530 to £29,114 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

218-APST-B4-7181013

Job locations

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire

Clifford Bridge Road

Coventry

CV2 2DX


Job description

Job responsibilities

  • Ensure Standard Operating Procedures and Protocols are adhered within the Surgical Training Centre
  • Adhere to Trust policy, HTA licensing requirements, Department of Health regulations and the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974.
  • To take responsibility for the disinfection, cleaning and general maintenance of the Training Centre and equipment.
  • To be responsible for all consumable ordering and check routine stock levels within the centre and to manage the storage area.
  • Arranging for specimens received for medical education to be received, stored, handled and disposed of appropriately.
  • Ensure the plastinated prosections housed within the Centre are stored securely, safely and appropriately in accordance with HTA and Department of Health standards.
  • To ensure all users/visitors to the centre abide by Standard Operating Procedures and codes of conduct.
  • To participate in evening and weekend work as and when the service requires.

For further details of the role please see the attached job description.

Job description

Job responsibilities

  • Ensure Standard Operating Procedures and Protocols are adhered within the Surgical Training Centre
  • Adhere to Trust policy, HTA licensing requirements, Department of Health regulations and the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974.
  • To take responsibility for the disinfection, cleaning and general maintenance of the Training Centre and equipment.
  • To be responsible for all consumable ordering and check routine stock levels within the centre and to manage the storage area.
  • Arranging for specimens received for medical education to be received, stored, handled and disposed of appropriately.
  • Ensure the plastinated prosections housed within the Centre are stored securely, safely and appropriately in accordance with HTA and Department of Health standards.
  • To ensure all users/visitors to the centre abide by Standard Operating Procedures and codes of conduct.
  • To participate in evening and weekend work as and when the service requires.

For further details of the role please see the attached job description.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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Experience

Essential

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Desirable

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Knowledge

Essential

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Skills

Essential

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Desirable

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Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

Essential

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Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • See supporting documents

Experience

Essential

  • See supporting documents

Desirable

  • See supporting documents

Knowledge

Essential

  • See supporting documents

Skills

Essential

  • See supporting documents

Desirable

  • See supporting documents

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

Essential

  • See supporting documents

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).

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.

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 Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

Address

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire

Clifford Bridge Road

Coventry

CV2 2DX


Employer's website

https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

Address

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire

Clifford Bridge Road

Coventry

CV2 2DX


Employer's website

https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Surgical Training Centre Manager

Simon Ford

Simon.Ford@uhcw.nhs.uk

02476967309

Details

Date posted

12 May 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£26,530 to £29,114 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

218-APST-B4-7181013

Job locations

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire

Clifford Bridge Road

Coventry

CV2 2DX


Supporting documents

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