Job Summary
The Medical Equipment Library provides a centralised service for the management and distribution of commonly used medical devices and associated equipment within Harrogate District Hospital. The department is responsible for ensuring that equipment is available when and where it is required, maintained in a safe and serviceable condition, and decontaminated in line with infection prevention standards. The service supports clinical teams by improving utilisation of resources, reducing risks associated with equipment shortages or inappropriate use, and providing training on core devices such as beds and mattresses. Through these functions, the department plays a key role in promoting patient safety, operational efficiency and compliance with Trust and regulatory requirements.
Main duties and responsibilities
The post holder will support the delivery of a safe, efficient and responsive Medical Equipment Library service. This will include the collection, decontamination, storage, issue and return of a wide range of medical devices, mattresses and consumables across Harrogate District Hospital. The role ensures that equipment is available in a timely manner to meet patient care needs, and that devices are maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness and safety. The post holder will contribute to accurate record-keeping, stock control and liaison with clinical teams and external service providers, thereby supporting the overall governance and assurance framework for medical device management.
About Us
Harrogate Integrated Facilities (HIF) is a wholly owned subsidiary company of Harrogate and District Foundation Trust (HDFT). HIF supplies services to the hospital and community services with respect to Maintenance, Sterile Services, Portering, Catering, Medical Engineering, Equipment Library, Linen and Sewing Room, Security, Car Parking, General Office, Front Desk, Reception, Waste Management, Courier Services, Security Services and Domestics. Our mission is to be an exceptional provider of integrated facilities for the benefit of our communities, our staff and our partners.
Please Note
* Due to high levels of interest, posts may close early if we reach a sufficient number of applications
* Visa sponsorship is only available for certain roles. Please ensure the role you are interested in meets the criteria for a visa before submitting your application.
* Please also be aware that the company does not offer relocation packages for Agenda for Change roles.
* All job offers are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks.
Details
Date posted: 19 September 2025
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 3
Salary: £24,937 to £26,598 a year per annum pro rata
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 421-HIF-3327R
Job location: Medical Equipment Library, Lancaster Park Road, Harrogate, HG2 7SX
Job Description
Job responsibilities: Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification. If you have any questions, please contact Ant Walker.
Person Specification
Education and Training
Essential
* GCSEs (or equivalent) at grade C/4 or above in English and Mathematics, or evidence of equivalent literacy and numeracy skills.
* Evidence of basic IT competence (Microsoft Office, email, spreadsheets).
* Experience of working in a customer-facing, administrative, or support role.
* Experience of working effectively as part of a team.
Desirable
* Further education or training in healthcare, logistics, or administration.
* Training in infection prevention and control, decontamination, or manual handling.
* Previous experience in a healthcare, logistics, or equipment library setting.
Disclosure and Sponsorship
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 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.
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants applying for entry clearance to the UK have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided in for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here: Criminal records checks for overseas applicants.
Employer Details
Employer: Harrogate Integrated Facilities
Address: Medical Equipment Library, Lancaster Park Road, Harrogate, HG2 7SX
Employer's website: https://www.hdft.nhs.uk/
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