The Clinical Directorate are delighted to be recruiting a Clinical Logistics Assistant. The position will Provide clinical equipment and logistics support to the Operations directorate in the delivery of its service to the Trust.
The Clinical logistics Assistant will be responsible for carrying out routine maintenance, calibration, and repair for a range of mechanical/electronic medical devices, including manual defibrillators, emergency lifting cushion compressors and AEDs, ensuring they are in safe working order.
This post will support the commissioning of electronic tagging of clinical equipment in WAST vehicles and premises, and the successful candidate will work closely with the ICT team and the operations directorate.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main duties of the job Provide clinical equipment and logistics support to the Operations directorate. Carrying out routine maintenance, calibration and repair for a range of mechanical/electronic medical devices, including manual defibrillators, emergency lifting cushion compressors and AEDs, ensuring they are in safe working order.
Maintaining accurate maintenance and commissioning records.co-ordinate the commissioning service for all new equipmentProviding procurement advice and leadership to all locality management teams, liaising with the NWSSP Procurement Team as required.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
About us Our workforce is made up of over 4,000 remarkable people who contribute to the delivery of world-class patient care across Wales, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Whether you work in a patient-facing role or within our range of support services, the work that you do enables us to provide high quality care, wherever and whenever we're needed.
The Trust recognises the need for its workforce to represent the diversity of the population it serves across the whole of Wales and seeks to create an environment where diversity is celebrated and inclusivity matters. We are also keen to break down any barriers into the Trust, and would encourage applications from under-represented groups, including those from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities, LGBTQ+ communities and disability groups.
Careers within the Welsh Ambulance Services University NHS Trust are diverse and varied, with opportunities arising right across the service. Whatever your skills and background, you're sure to find a career with us which is fulfilling, challenging, and rewarding.
In line with the Trust's Starting Salary Procedure, all applicants will start at the bottom of the band for the position applied for, but can apply for a higher salary if they have previous experience relevant to the position.
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.
Person Specification Qualifications and/or Knowledge NVQ Level 3 in Electrical or Engineering Field or working towards
Professional mechanical and electronics skills/knowledge acquired through manufacturers courses and relevant experience
Full UK standard driving license
C1 category driving license
Knowledge of procedures for repair and maintenance of medical devices
Experience Practical experience of using test and measuring equipment
Demonstrable experience of providing front line customer service
Have experience of stock control and logistics
Experience of working in a clinical environment
Experience in the maintenance and performance checking of medical devices
Aptitude and Abilities Must have good analytical skills to enable the post holder to work through problems and recommend appropriate solutions.
Manual handling and lifting 15 to 20kg
Tail lift operation
Decision making skills and the ability to analyse information, fault find and problem solve technical issues
Have an understanding of ambulance-aid principles and the way in which medical equipment is deployed relative to the care and treatment of patients in the operational environment.
Values Must have good inter-personal skills and be able to communicate effectively with people for all disciplines
Must be able to work independently using their own initiative and to prioritise work to achieve departmental objectives. Must also be able to work closely within the team, as necessary.
The ability work under pressure, with minimal supervision, and be able to adapt to constant changes in work priority
Other Ability to travel within the Trust geographical area utilising Trust vehicles
Able to work hours flexibly.
Be fully computer literate and have the ability to learn new software as required.
Able to provide advice, instruction and training to small groups of staff on areas relating to own responsibility of work.
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.
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