Job summary
A vacancy has arisen to become the Trust's mask fit tester.
The post holder will act as the Trust's main provider of respiratory protection equipment face mask fit testing. Testing is in line with HSE guidance on fit testing INDG479 and the tester shall be trained and qualified to perform face fit testing using the quantitative method and have significant experience in providing tests. Tests shall be performed at locations throughout the Trust and sometimes outside of normal working hours to meet the needs of a dispersed community workforce. The post holder shall be the central point of contact for mask fit testing matters.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will administer all fit-test appointments by liaising with team leads and individual staff members for appointment times and locations and administer the appointment portal.
The role shall be flexible, and the post holder will be expected to periodically assist in other tasks performed by the logistics team, including liaison with staff and service users, the Trust parking service, the Trust emergency female sanitary products program and other duties as required
Main duties of the job
Plan mask fit testing schedule to meet Trust demand
Accurately record outcomes of fit testing, including paper records, spreadsheets and databases.
Review fit testing records to identify any staff who are due for periodic retesting or need to be tested on alternative masks
Screen staff to ensure they are suitable for FFP3 respirator use and testing, and that proper respirator sizing and style is used.
Maintain inventory of respirators, testing solution, and other fit-testing supplies
Monitor and manage equipment used for fit testing and ensure sufficient testing equipment is available to deliver the program. Arrange and coordinate calibration of Porta Count fit testing machines
About us
You'll join a committed team helping in a team that directly impact patient care, staff experience and community wellbeing. BCHC offers:
- Opportunities for professional growth
- An inclusive and supportive working culture
- A focus on sustainability, safety and continuous improvement
- The chance to influence major estates decisions within a large healthcare trust
Job description
Job responsibilities
See attached Job Description and person sepcification.
The post holder will act as the Trusts main provider of respiratory protection equipment and face mask fit testing. Testing is in line with HSE guidance on fit testing INDG479, and the tester shall be trained and qualified to perform face fit testing using the quantitative method and have significant experience in providing tests. Tests shall be performed at locations throughout the Trust and sometimes outside of normal working hours to meet the needs of a dispersed community workforce. The post holder shall be the central point of contact for mask fit testing matters and will be based within a new logistics and special projects team.
Job description
Job responsibilities
See attached Job Description and person sepcification.
The post holder will act as the Trusts main provider of respiratory protection equipment and face mask fit testing. Testing is in line with HSE guidance on fit testing INDG479, and the tester shall be trained and qualified to perform face fit testing using the quantitative method and have significant experience in providing tests. Tests shall be performed at locations throughout the Trust and sometimes outside of normal working hours to meet the needs of a dispersed community workforce. The post holder shall be the central point of contact for mask fit testing matters and will be based within a new logistics and special projects team.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to A-level or NVQ level 3 standard
- Significant experience working in a service/delivery role and be willing to undertake training required for the role
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a community healthcare setting
- Relevant experience of mask fit testing, specifically the quantitative method
Desirable
- Relevant knowledge of the health care environment
Skills
Essential
- Good inter-personal skills in verbal, written and presentation forms
Desirable
- Good IT skills with the ability to work between applications including portal-based Ability to analyse data to support informed decision making.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Ability to demonstrate good communication and strong listening skills
Desirable
- Ability to creatively solve problems
- Ability to demonstrate strong planning and organisational skills with the ability to work autonomously
- Ability to demonstrate Self awareness and flexibility
Other
Essential
- Flexibility to take on other tasks as necessary within a busy Estates and Facilities team
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to A-level or NVQ level 3 standard
- Significant experience working in a service/delivery role and be willing to undertake training required for the role
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a community healthcare setting
- Relevant experience of mask fit testing, specifically the quantitative method
Desirable
- Relevant knowledge of the health care environment
Skills
Essential
- Good inter-personal skills in verbal, written and presentation forms
Desirable
- Good IT skills with the ability to work between applications including portal-based Ability to analyse data to support informed decision making.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Ability to demonstrate good communication and strong listening skills
Desirable
- Ability to creatively solve problems
- Ability to demonstrate strong planning and organisational skills with the ability to work autonomously
- Ability to demonstrate Self awareness and flexibility
Other
Essential
- Flexibility to take on other tasks as necessary within a busy Estates and Facilities team
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).
