Job Description

To assist in the provision of the Medical Equipment Library service, under supervision of the Team Leader and Higher Clinical Support Worker inclusive of weekend working.
To work towards achieving recorded competencies and Btec Diploma, Level 2 Healthcare Science - leading to progression to Band 3 Higher Clinical Support Worker.
Supports all Clinical Engineering Departmental objectives and medical device service requirements through active locating and collection of devices for PPM.
Main duties of the job

• Based in the Medical Equipment Library.
• Ensures Medical Equipment Library facilities are kept clear and well-ordered and equipment storage areas are kept in a tidy condition.
• Delivers equipment to ward areas to fulfil loan requests.
• Assist hospital staff visiting the Medical Equipment Library to borrow equipment.
• Keeps records of equipment loans.
• Collects equipment from ward areas at end of loan period.
• Commission onto the asset register and Electrical Safety Tests Medical Devices as trained and deemed competent to do so.
• Cleans returned equipment, reporting excessive or high-risk contamination to the Team Leader within Medical Equipment Library and Clinical Engineering depending on need.
• Checks condition of equipment, reporting any damage to the Team Leader.
• Completes records of tests within Asset Register.
• Performs stock takes of Medical Equipment Library stock - ensuring Asset register is up to date and accurate.
• Ensures adequate stock of materials to enable Medical Equipment Library to function correctly.

• Operates a working pattern that encompasses weekend working as dictated by the Team Lead and Medical Device Safety Officer
• Locates, collects and processes Medical Devices required for Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) in readiness for Clinical Engineering completion.
• Works towards achieving recorded competencies and potential for Btec Level 2 Diploma in Healthcare Science - subject to levy funding conditions.

About us
We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.
Details
Date posted
23 October 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
24,465 a year 24,465 Per Annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
216-DH-C7507954
Job locations
Derriford Hospital
Level 4
Plymouth
PL6 8DH
Job description
Job responsibilities

• Reads and follows written procedures for the issue and return of medical equipment within the Medical Equipment Library.
• Tests medical equipment to written procedures.
• Works safely when performing manual handling tasks.
• Is mindful of manual handling issues when storing equipment for loan.
• Works in a safe manner, reporting any Health and Safety issues outside of their control to the Team Leader or Head of Clinical Engineering.

***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.*** Job description
Job responsibilities

• Reads and follows written procedures for the issue and return of medical equipment within the Medical Equipment Library.
• Tests medical equipment to written procedures.
• Works safely when performing manual handling tasks.
• Is mindful of manual handling issues when storing equipment for loan.
• Works in a safe manner, reporting any Health and Safety issues outside of their control to the Team Leader or Head of Clinical Engineering.

***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***
Person Specification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential

• Demonstrable experience of working in a customer service environment
• Demonstrable experience in the use of computerised works systems, including e-learning, email and/or other similar software products

Desirable

• Demonstrable experience of working to ISO 9000 Quality System

Qualifications
Essential

• NVQ Level 2 or equivalent demonstrable experience
• Demonstrable experience working in clinical or other direct customer facing environment with proven evidence of skills training considered

Desirable

• Computer literate (ECDL or equivalent)

Aptitude & Abilities
Essential

• Ability to work in a team
• Ability to work in a flexible manner
• Ability to manoeuvre medium to heavy loads, which could be in excess of 25kg, in varying locations

Desirable

• Interest in technology

Person Specification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential

• Demonstrable experience of working in a customer service environment
• Demonstrable experience in the use of computerised works systems, including e-learning, email and/or other similar software products

Desirable

• Demonstrable experience of working to ISO 9000 Quality System

Qualifications
Essential

• NVQ Level 2 or equivalent demonstrable experience
• Demonstrable experience working in clinical or other direct customer facing environment with proven evidence of skills training considered

Desirable

• Computer literate (ECDL or equivalent)

Aptitude & Abilities
Essential

• Ability to work in a team
• Ability to work in a flexible manner
• Ability to manoeuvre medium to heavy loads, which could be in excess of 25kg, in varying locations

Desirable

• Interest in technology

Skills Required