Job summary
Are you passionate about making a real difference for learners and enhancing the learning environment?
n exciting opportunity has arisen for a Clinical Skills Technician to join our evolving and innovative Learning and Development departmentto work primarily within the Clinical Education and Development team. We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual who is passionate about supporting the delivery and growth of simulation and clinical skills teaching for all learners. The Clinical Skills Technician role will enable to you to work flexibly within a thriving and dynamic team, alongside supportive colleagues committed to providing excellent education opportunities for staff and learners.
Oxford Health NHS Trust is recognised by Ofsted as good, delivering first-class apprenticeship programmes and there is an opportunity for the successful candidate to undertake an apprenticeship relevant to this role.
Main duties of the job
The clinical skills technician role aims to support delivery and growth of the simulation and clinical skills teaching for all learners, as delivered by the Learning and Development Department. The post holder will have responsibility for the preparation of the training environments and provide training on the use of the equipment. They will monitor equipment stock, and have responsibility for ensuring adequate supply, maintenance of the equipment and ensuring the most effective learning materials are in place for all programmes. The post holder will also assist in the provision of audio-visual and other learning resources, in the clinical skills laboratory and other learning environments.
About us
Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset.
Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible
Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive:"Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"
Our values are:"Caring, safe and excellent"
At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
- Excellent opportunities for career progression
- Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
- 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
- NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
- Competitive pension scheme
- Lease car scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Mental Health First Aiders
- Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply)
- Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please review the attached Job description and person specification to see a full overview of the role responsibilities which include the below
- Prepare the teaching environment for each session, including set up of room and equipment and packing away of all equipment post session.
- Facilitate the running of clinical examinations and practical examinations such as OSCEs.
- Be an expert resource on the equipment held in the laboratory and instruct on the use of this.
- Maintain set stock levels and report when stock levels need reviewing to ensure training delivery is not disrupted.
- Maintain and organise equipment storage areas in a safe and orderly manner, ensuring equipment is kept in a clean and presentable state for users.
- Prepare and ensure the upkeep of an inventory of equipment, including a booking out system if equipment is to be removed from the laboratory.
- Support the production of training guidelines and materials under direction.
- Liaise with manufacturers to troubleshoot equipment failures/issues and to seek product updates.
- Liaise with estates department and manufacturers to ensure all equipment is safety checked at regular intervals including PAT testing.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please review the attached Job description and person specification to see a full overview of the role responsibilities which include the below
- Prepare the teaching environment for each session, including set up of room and equipment and packing away of all equipment post session.
- Facilitate the running of clinical examinations and practical examinations such as OSCEs.
- Be an expert resource on the equipment held in the laboratory and instruct on the use of this.
- Maintain set stock levels and report when stock levels need reviewing to ensure training delivery is not disrupted.
- Maintain and organise equipment storage areas in a safe and orderly manner, ensuring equipment is kept in a clean and presentable state for users.
- Prepare and ensure the upkeep of an inventory of equipment, including a booking out system if equipment is to be removed from the laboratory.
- Support the production of training guidelines and materials under direction.
- Liaise with manufacturers to troubleshoot equipment failures/issues and to seek product updates.
- Liaise with estates department and manufacturers to ensure all equipment is safety checked at regular intervals including PAT testing.
Person Specification
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Knowledge of simulation and/or clinical skills equipment.
- Significant experience working as either a technician or in a healthcare role.
- Experience of teaching and supporting learners.
Desirable
- The ability to deliver a presentation to small groups.
- Experience of working in an educational setting.
Education
Essential
- Educated to A level standard or equivalent.
- Degree in a relevant engineering or clinical subject, or equivalent experience.
Desirable
- Basic Life Support Training.
Aptitude and skills
Essential
- Computer literacy (ability to work proficiently with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Internet).
- Basic working knowledge of audio visual equipment.
- Ability to work on your own initiative with minimal supervision.
- Ability to prioritise and organise work.
Desirable
- The ability to write clear and well-structured reports and procedures.
Person Specification
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Knowledge of simulation and/or clinical skills equipment.
- Significant experience working as either a technician or in a healthcare role.
- Experience of teaching and supporting learners.
Desirable
- The ability to deliver a presentation to small groups.
- Experience of working in an educational setting.
Education
Essential
- Educated to A level standard or equivalent.
- Degree in a relevant engineering or clinical subject, or equivalent experience.
Desirable
- Basic Life Support Training.
Aptitude and skills
Essential
- Computer literacy (ability to work proficiently with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Internet).
- Basic working knowledge of audio visual equipment.
- Ability to work on your own initiative with minimal supervision.
- Ability to prioritise and organise work.
Desirable
- The ability to write clear and well-structured reports and procedures.
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.
