Band 3 assistant technical officer's

NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Liverpool is seeking an Assistant Technical Officer in the Community. This part-time position involves undertaking clinical physiology investigations and ensuring the safe use of departmental equipment. Ideal candidates should have GCSEs in Maths, English, and Science at grade C or above, alongside good communication and organizational skills. Flexible working arrangements will be considered.

Qualifications

• GCSEs in Maths, English and Science at grade C or above or equivalent.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure in an emotive environment.

Responsibilities

• Undertakes clinical physiology investigations, including recording ECGs.
• Assist in stock control of consumable items used in clinical physiology.
• Ensure clean and tidy procedure environments are maintained.

Skills

Good communication skills

Organisational skills

Ability to work under pressure

Teamwork

Education

GCSEs in Maths, English, and Science at grade C or above

Tools

Competency in Electrocardiography procedures

Spirometry

Job description

Overview

Assistant Technical Officer in the Community

Band 3 • Cardio Respiratory • Permanent, part time 22.5 hours per week (TBA)

Job reference: 287-AMED-270-25

Department: LUH - 1 General Staffing (AFC posts)

Site: Royal Liverpool Hospital, Liverpool

Salary: £24,937 - £26,598 per annum (Yearly)

Closing date: 11/11/2025 23:59

Key responsibilities

• Undertakes a range of clinical physiology investigations, including recording ECGs and fitting/removal of ambulatory monitoring devices
• Assist in stock control of consumable items used in clinical physiology
• Responsible for the safe use of departmental equipment
• Recognise and confirm accuracy of reported equipment faults and ensure details are documented and appropriate steps are taken for their correction
• Ensure clean and tidy procedure environments are maintained
• Assist with maintenance of local risk management policies

Working arrangements

Part-time position 22.5 hours. Working days are open to discussion. The post holder may be required to participate in a flexible working hours system.

Requirements

• Essential: GCSEs in Maths, English and Science at grade C or above or equivalent
• Essential: Good communication and organisational skills
• Essential: Ability to work to deadlines and under pressure in an emotive environment
• Desirable: Competency in Electrocardiography procedures and Spirometry
• Desirable: Previous experience as an ATO and in a healthcare setting
• Other: Ability to work as part of a team and commitment to completing tasks to a high standard

Other information

We welcome flexible working requests and will consider a variety of arrangements from day one where appropriate. The Trust is committed to equality, diversity and safeguarding; we value the contribution of individual talent and experience and encourage applicants from under-represented groups.

Note: Rights to work visa sponsorship for Band 2 and 3 roles with salary under £25,000 per annum are currently not offered under Home Office Immigration Rules.

DBS and related cost policy: DBS application costs may be recovered via salary deduction following start in post (amounts may vary by role and disclosure level).

Other important information: Details on DBS, sponsorship likelihood, safeguarding, flexible working and recruitment processes are provided in the organisation’s standard materials. For any accessibility needs during recruitment, please contact Recruitment Services.