Medical Equipment Library Assistant

The Medical Equipment Library (MEL) is part of the wider Clinical Engineering department at UHS. We are a small, friendly team who are excited to be able to offer this opportunity for a dedicated, customer-focused, enthusiastic individual to join our team. MEL operate a collection and delivery service of diverse medical equipment to UHS wards and departments. We are responsible for ensuring equipment is delivered promptly, is within service dates and adheres to infection prevention guidelines.,

• Collect and deliver medical equipment in a timely manner.
• Clean and process medical equipment according to work instructions.
• Record loans using an electronic asset management database.
• Operate a phoneline service handling queries and requests from clinical teams.
• Complete audits of loaned devices with accuracy.
• Process equipment to be returned to the manufacturer.
• Actively search for devices in need of servicing.
• Liaise with colleagues in the trust from clinical and non-clinical areas and people from third-party companies and suppliers.
  
  As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to.
  
  Specific to this role we are open to discussing flexibility in the hours that you work. Please talk to us at the interview about the flexibility you need, and we will explore what's possible for the role and service. UHS employees can access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
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