Job summary
Tissue Viability Assistant Equipment Co Ordinator
Be responsible for arranging the transport, delivery and collection of equipment which is managed by the Tissue Viability department in the community.
Transport Tissue Viability Equipment throughout the Acute Trust whilst adhering to infection prevention and manual handling policies.
Be responsible for cleaning and checking equipment in accordance with Trust policies.
Assist with monitoring equipment stock levels and keep accurate up to date written and computerised records of all equipment loaned from or returned to the Tissue Viability Equipment Stores.
Report any equipment defects/breakdowns to the Tissue Viability Clinical Nurse Specialist and Tissue Viability equipment stores co-ordinator and take appropriate action in accordance with service and Trust procedures.
Maintain accurate records of all equipment noted as faulty, damaged or unsafe to use and report the same to the Tissue Viability Clinical Nurse Specialist and Tissue Viability Equipment Stores Lead.
Manage telephone calls from internal and external agencies whilst maintaining a courteous, and efficient manner.
Work flexibly as part of a team to meet needs of the Tissue Viability service, both within the acute and community setting.
Main duties of the job
(1) Be responsible for arranging the transport, delivery and collection of equipment which is managed by the Tissue Viability department in the community.
(2) Transport Tissue Viability Equipment throughout the Acute Trust whilst adhering to infection prevention and manual handling policies.
(3) Be responsible for cleaning and checking equipment in accordance with Trust policies.
(4) Assist with monitoring equipment stock levels and keep accurate up to date written and computerised records of all equipment loaned from or returned to the Tissue Viability Equipment Stores.
(5) Report any equipment defects/breakdowns to the Tissue Viability Clinical Nurse Specialist and Tissue Viability equipment stores co-ordinator and take appropriate action in accordance with service and Trust procedures.
(6) Maintain accurate records of all equipment noted as faulty, damaged or unsafe to use and report the same to the Tissue Viability Clinical Nurse Specialist and Tissue Viability Equipment Stores Lead.
(7) Manage telephone calls from internal and external agencies whilst maintaining a courteous, and efficient manner.
(8) Work flexibly as part of a team to meet needs of the Tissue Viability service, both within the acute and community setting.
About us
At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.
As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.
As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information - inclusive practice people promise.
Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.
Please click below to view our EDI page: Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion - The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust (dgft.nhs.uk)
Job description
Job responsibilities
(1) Be responsible for arranging the transport, delivery and collection of equipment which is managed by the Tissue Viability department in the community.
(2) Transport Tissue Viability Equipment throughout the Acute Trust whilst adhering to infection prevention and manual handling policies.
(3) Be responsible for cleaning and checking equipment in accordance with Trust policies.
(4) Assist with monitoring equipment stock levels and keep accurate up to date written and computerised records of all equipment loaned from or returned to the Tissue Viability Equipment Stores.
(5) Report any equipment defects/breakdowns to the Tissue Viability Clinical Nurse Specialist and Tissue Viability equipment stores co-ordinator and take appropriate action in accordance with service and Trust procedures.
(6) Maintain accurate records of all equipment noted as faulty, damaged or unsafe to use and report the same to the Tissue Viability Clinical Nurse Specialist and Tissue Viability Equipment Stores Lead.
(7) Manage telephone calls from internal and external agencies whilst maintaining a courteous, and efficient manner.
(8) Work flexibly as part of a team to meet needs of the Tissue Viability service, both within the acute and community setting.
(9) Participate in own personal development reviews and work towards personal objectives/competencies.
(10) Attend mandatory training and development activities to achieve and maintain own competence and maintain own knowledge of products used and issued by the Tissue Viability Service.
(11) Participate in audit/data collection opportunities as directed within the Service/Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
(1) Be responsible for arranging the transport, delivery and collection of equipment which is managed by the Tissue Viability department in the community.
(2) Transport Tissue Viability Equipment throughout the Acute Trust whilst adhering to infection prevention and manual handling policies.
(3) Be responsible for cleaning and checking equipment in accordance with Trust policies.
(4) Assist with monitoring equipment stock levels and keep accurate up to date written and computerised records of all equipment loaned from or returned to the Tissue Viability Equipment Stores.
(5) Report any equipment defects/breakdowns to the Tissue Viability Clinical Nurse Specialist and Tissue Viability equipment stores co-ordinator and take appropriate action in accordance with service and Trust procedures.
(6) Maintain accurate records of all equipment noted as faulty, damaged or unsafe to use and report the same to the Tissue Viability Clinical Nurse Specialist and Tissue Viability Equipment Stores Lead.
(7) Manage telephone calls from internal and external agencies whilst maintaining a courteous, and efficient manner.
(8) Work flexibly as part of a team to meet needs of the Tissue Viability service, both within the acute and community setting.
(9) Participate in own personal development reviews and work towards personal objectives/competencies.
(10) Attend mandatory training and development activities to achieve and maintain own competence and maintain own knowledge of products used and issued by the Tissue Viability Service.
(11) Participate in audit/data collection opportunities as directed within the Service/Trust.
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- commit to undertake in house training
- GCSE English or equivalent
- awareness of Health and Safety Issues
- Knowledge and understanding of Data protection
- Experience of working in hospital setting
- experience of using hospital patient record system
- understanding of safeguarding issues
- i.t computer skills
- ability to work without direct supervision
- able to identify when to escalate concerns
- demonstrate attention to detail
- able to lift equipment safely in line with manual handling policies
- behaviours that reflect the Trust values of Care, Respect and Responsibility
Desirable
- experience of managing own workload
- ability to work as part of a team
- approachable in manner
- effective written and verbal communication skills
- understanding of the role and professional boundaries
essential
Essential
- Awareness of Health and Safety issues
- Knowledge and understanding of data protection confidentiality
- Experience of using IT systems in a workplace
essential
Essential
- Commit to undertake in house training
- Awareness of Health and Safety issues
- Knowledge and understanding of data protection confidentiality
- Experience using hospital patient record system
- Communication & Relationship Skills Approachable manner with good interpersonal skills
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- commit to undertake in house training
- GCSE English or equivalent
- awareness of Health and Safety Issues
- Knowledge and understanding of Data protection
- Experience of working in hospital setting
- experience of using hospital patient record system
- understanding of safeguarding issues
- i.t computer skills
- ability to work without direct supervision
- able to identify when to escalate concerns
- demonstrate attention to detail
- able to lift equipment safely in line with manual handling policies
- behaviours that reflect the Trust values of Care, Respect and Responsibility
Desirable
- experience of managing own workload
- ability to work as part of a team
- approachable in manner
- effective written and verbal communication skills
- understanding of the role and professional boundaries
essential
Essential
- Awareness of Health and Safety issues
- Knowledge and understanding of data protection confidentiality
- Experience of using IT systems in a workplace
essential
Essential
- Commit to undertake in house training
- Awareness of Health and Safety issues
- Knowledge and understanding of data protection confidentiality
- Experience using hospital patient record system
- Communication & Relationship Skills Approachable manner with good interpersonal skills
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).
