Main area Tissue Viability Grade NHS AfC: Band 2 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (At The Dudley Group, we understand the benefits of offering a range of flexible working options from day one of employment to support both employees and the Trust. Offering flexible working opportunities is one of the ways that the Trust aims to attract and retain a diverse workforce. Further information on the options available can be found via the link in the job advert.) Job ref 253-0725-7207264
Employer The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Russell's Hall Hospital Town Dudley Salary £24,465 Pa Salary period Yearly Closing 08/08/2025 23:59
Assistant Tissue Viability Equipment Co Ordinator
NHS AfC: Band 2
Job overview
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.
Working for our organisation
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.
Detailed job description and main 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
* 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
* ability to work without direct supervision
* able to identify when to escalate concerns
* able to lift equipment safely in line with manual handling policies
* behaviours that reflect the Trust values of Care, Respect and Responsibility
* 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
* Awareness of Health and Safety issues
* Knowledge and understanding of data protection confidentiality
* Experience of using IT systems in a workplace
* 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
Employer certification / accreditation badges
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Application numbers
Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy when we have received a sufficient number of applications.
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