Fit Testing / Infection Prevention and Control Support
South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
We are looking for an energetic and motivated individual who genuinely has a desire to work in the specialty of Fit Testing and Infection Prevention and Control. You must be passionate about staff and patient safety, enthusiastic about exploring new ways of working, and a team player to help us deliver our overall Healthcare Associated Infection improvement strategy at South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
We are a small team with a supportive administration team providing a 5-day service.
Main Duties of the Job
The post holder will be part of the Fit Testing / IPC Support team undertaking a range of support activities with clinical staff across the Trust. This predominantly includes undertaking fit testing for FFP3 masks to ensure staff are wearing the most suitable mask to keep them safe. The post holder will also provide support, training, and audit on IPC including sluice audits, environmental audits, etc.
Job Responsibilities
Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) attached for main responsibilities of the role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* GCSE's A-C (Maths & English) or equivalent qualification or experience
* NVQ Level 2 in Care (Level 2 Diploma in HealthCare) or able to demonstrate appropriate transferable experience.
* Attendance at Novice and leadership improvement sessions within the first year of role
Experience
* A team player able to work well with others and demonstrate commitment to team objectives.
* Previous experience of working with the public.
Knowledge
* Communicates well in a clear and concise manner and has good listening skills and is able to adopt an appropriate style and method of communication.
* Ability to work effectively in a busy environment.
* Able to work as part of a team and independently.
* Ability to use initiative to make decisions within the sphere of work and/or knowledge recognizing where assistance is required.
* Clinical experience is desirable but not essential as full training will be provided.
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.
Employer Name
South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
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