Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and reliable person to join the Medical Equipment Library in Ysbyty Gwynedd. This is an important role meeting the needs of patients across the hospital by providing medical equipment which is working well, and ready to use. IV pumps are a good example - used to give medicines and fluids into patients' veins. You will also help staff with queries, and signpost information and training for them when required. The Medical Equipment Library is the best of its kind in North Wales, and you will be part of a valuable service to patients.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply
Main duties of the job
The role is physically active and varied, delivering and collecting equipment for wards across the hospital, and making it ready to be used again. This involves checking that devices are working correctly, putting battery equipment on charge, and cleaning devices in line with Health Board policies. Some basic safety testing of returned equipment is also involved, including trouble shooting basic equipment problems and reporting faulty medical devices.The Equipment Library offers a full service during office hours Monday to Friday. We are looking for someone to work 17.5 hours per week over 5 days, Monday to Friday. You will usually be working with and under the direction of the Equipment Library Lead, but you need to be able to work well on your own in their absence.We have some flexibility over the start time between 09:00 and 10:30am, which will be agreed with the successful applicant. You will be joining a positive and supportive team, who are committed to providing a good service.
About us
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
The Equipment Library Assistant performs a variety of routine duties in relation to the top-up and supply of medical devices and related products to all wards and departments at the Hospital.
The post holder generates orders for consumables and related products and undertakes the related administrative duties to ensure effective running of the Equipment Library
They ensure the timely collection and delivery of medical devices to all wards and departments.
The post holder undertakes general portering duties to ensure the smooth running of the service and moving of bulk products and equipment as required.
Principal Duties
- Observes all relevant Health Board policies e.g. Health and Safety, Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH), Infection Prevention and Control, , No Smoking Policy etc.
- Complies with all departmental procedures.
- Undertakes duties associated with the operation of the department computer system.
- Adheres to Standard Operating Procedures and safe systems of work laid down within the department and within the Health Board. Gives feedback to line manager on any issues relating to Standard Operating Procedures.
- Is responsible for the safe and secure transportation of medical devices and their custody.
- Ensures medical devices are stored appropriately at ward level.
- Undertakes duties that are required to maintain safe and efficient working of the department. At times, by mutual agreement, some flexibility in working hours may be required.
- Is responsible for the quality and accuracy of any records made.
- Organises own day to day workload within scheduling guidelines to ensure all tasks are completed to set standards to meet the needs of the service
- Assists with the training of new staff in own area of work.
- Helps and assists staff, patients and visitors with queries.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
The Equipment Library Assistant performs a variety of routine duties in relation to the top-up and supply of medical devices and related products to all wards and departments at the Hospital.
The post holder generates orders for consumables and related products and undertakes the related administrative duties to ensure effective running of the Equipment Library
They ensure the timely collection and delivery of medical devices to all wards and departments.
The post holder undertakes general portering duties to ensure the smooth running of the service and moving of bulk products and equipment as required.
Principal Duties
- Observes all relevant Health Board policies e.g. Health and Safety, Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH), Infection Prevention and Control, , No Smoking Policy etc.
- Complies with all departmental procedures.
- Undertakes duties associated with the operation of the department computer system.
- Adheres to Standard Operating Procedures and safe systems of work laid down within the department and within the Health Board. Gives feedback to line manager on any issues relating to Standard Operating Procedures.
- Is responsible for the safe and secure transportation of medical devices and their custody.
- Ensures medical devices are stored appropriately at ward level.
- Undertakes duties that are required to maintain safe and efficient working of the department. At times, by mutual agreement, some flexibility in working hours may be required.
- Is responsible for the quality and accuracy of any records made.
- Organises own day to day workload within scheduling guidelines to ensure all tasks are completed to set standards to meet the needs of the service
- Assists with the training of new staff in own area of work.
- Helps and assists staff, patients and visitors with queries.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE level or similar in Maths and English
Desirable
- GCSE at C or above (or equivalent) in Maths and English
Experience
Desirable
- Experience and knowledge of a healthcare setting.
Skills
Essential
Skills
Essential
- Good oral communication skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE level or similar in Maths and English
Desirable
- GCSE at C or above (or equivalent) in Maths and English
Experience
Desirable
- Experience and knowledge of a healthcare setting.
Skills
Essential
Skills
Essential
- Good oral communication 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).
