Job summary
- Main area
- Support Services
- Grade
- Band 2
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Part time - 23 hours per week
- Job ref
- 279-6347876-JUL24
- Employer
- 279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Royal Sussex County Hospital
- Town
- Brighton
- Salary
- £22,383 per annum pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 31/07/2024 23:59
Employer heading
Ward Based Technologist
Band 2
About our Trust
At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute Trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.
Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to always put our Patient First . In fact our mission is summed up by our ‘where better never stops’ motto and you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Job overview
AB9 are looking for a Ward Based Technologist to join our friendly department. AB9 is a 38 bedded Neurosurgery/ Spinal Surgery ward which provides a dedicated service and specialised care and acute rehabilitation for patients following emergency and elective surgery. We are looking for a dedicated candidate who is organised and self motivated ensuring that the ward has enough stock levels for day to day management.
It is an exciting time to be joining the ward as we have recently moved into a new location in the Louisa Martindale Building.
Main duties of the job
The role of the Ward Technologist will involve; cleaning and tidying areas of the ward, whilst also ensuring stock levels are adequate. Liaising with other departments regarding stock will be required. The successful candidate will be expected to carry out basic checks on equipment and ensure that this is in working order, reporting any issues appropriately.
This is a standalone role; however, you will work alongside clinical and administration staff. You will have staff to refer to and training will be given as required. Computer skills are required for emails, ordering, labelling and spreadsheets.
The role does not involve patient care; however, you will be working in patient areas.
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a
buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Ward based Technologist work alongside clinical staff to support the efficiency of equipment and stock management. The role combines elements of the Housekeeper role and relives some duties from the Health Care Assistants and other Clinical Staff. The post holder will;
- Carry out a range of technical and administrative activities delegated by (and where appropriate, under the supervision of) a Senior Ward based Technologist or Technician.
- Participate as an active member of the support worker team.
- Organise own day-to-day work tasks (under delegation without direct supervision)
- Participate in ongoing training and development, and maintain skills necessary for the role
- Contribute to the smooth and efficient running of the service.
. Carry out daily practice in line with our Trust values;
- Communication
- Kindness and Understanding
- Fairness and Transparency
- Working together
- Excellence
Please see Job Description and Person Specification for full details.
Person specification
Essential/Desirable
Essential criteria
- Good written English Application
- Experience of working or helping within a busy environment
Desirable criteria
- Previous relevant skills
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Essential criteria
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role)
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Essential criteria
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
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.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Gemma Godden
- Job title
- Ward Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01273 696955
- Additional information
Gemma Godden
Ward Manager - LMB AB9
Neurosurgery/Spinal/ENT/MaxilloFacial
01273 696955 ext 64355
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