Job summary Do you have an eye for detail and a methodical approach to work, and want to help make a real difference to the lives of others? Are you looking for a career change, a new challenge or want more flexible working hours? We currently have some great opportunities to join our dedicated team, supporting NHS patient services in County Durham. County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust (CDDFT) operates a Central Equipment Loan Library (CELL) with teams based at both University Hospital of North Durham and Darlington Memorial Hospital. The CELL team provides a crucial supporting function by collecting and decontaminating Medical Equipment to ensure patient safety. We are looking to recruit a hardworking, flexible, enthusiastic and customer focused individual to join our CELL Team based at Darlington. This position is a part-time weekend role. Main duties of the job The CELL operator duties include operating a collection and delivery service for a range of medical devices including, pressure relief mattressess and infusion devices for wards and clinical areas. This will also include the cleaning, decontamination, preparation and storage of equipment, together with updating information on both electronic and manual tracking systems. About us CDD Services / SCL is a wholly owned subsidiary of County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust (CDDFT) set up to deliver a range of non-clinical services The company is a separate legal body to CDDFT. CDD Services offers its own Terms and Conditions of employment which differ to the national NHS Terms and Conditions. As an employee in the company you will benefit from: A Competitive salary Excellent Performance Related Bonus Scheme Access to a pension scheme - National Employment Savings Trust (NEST) CDD Services will pay a 3% contribution (this is over and above the minimum contribution rate at the present time) Night Shift Working Allowances (where appropriate) Bank Holiday Working Allowances (where appropriate) Bank work is offered on an 'as and when' basis with no guaranteed hours and will be paid on a pro-rata hourly rate for hours worked only. Date posted 31 October 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary £23,599 a year pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number M9439-24-0119 Job locations University Hospital Of North Durham North Road Durham DH1 5TW Job description Job responsibilities The successful candidate: - Will be required to interact with a wide range of staff across the Trust, therefore excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential, together with customer service skills. - Will be able to cope with both the very physical demands of the role and the varying workload, using your own initiative to provide an efficient and effective service. - Will be approachable and enthusiastic, with a positive attitude. - Will be required to work various shift patterns according to departmental requirements, including weekends and Bank Holidays. Full training will be provided Job description Job responsibilities The successful candidate: - Will be required to interact with a wide range of staff across the Trust, therefore excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential, together with customer service skills. - Will be able to cope with both the very physical demands of the role and the varying workload, using your own initiative to provide an efficient and effective service. - Will be approachable and enthusiastic, with a positive attitude. - Will be required to work various shift patterns according to departmental requirements, including weekends and Bank Holidays. Full training will be provided Person Specification Special Skills & Knowledge Essential Ability to follow instructions and written procedures. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Excellent interpersonal skills and telephone manner. Desirable Knowledge of Health & Safety Special Requirements Essential Ability to meet the very physical demands of the job. Ability to carry out occasional weekend working and shift working if required. Qualifications Essential GCSE or equivalent in Math's and English Experience Essential Basic computer skills Desirable NHS Experience Knowledge of Decontamination and Computers. Person Specification Special Skills & Knowledge Essential Ability to follow instructions and written procedures. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Excellent interpersonal skills and telephone manner. Desirable Knowledge of Health & Safety Special Requirements Essential Ability to meet the very physical demands of the job. Ability to carry out occasional weekend working and shift working if required. Qualifications Essential GCSE or equivalent in Math's and English Experience Essential Basic computer skills Desirable NHS Experience Knowledge of Decontamination and Computers. 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 details Employer name CDD Services (Synchronicity Care Ltd) Address University Hospital Of North Durham North Road Durham DH1 5TW Employer's website https://www.cddft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)