Homecare Technician

Dolby Medical Home Respiratory Care Ltd; Crawley, Stirling; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Homecare Technician to provide essential technical support in the Crawley area. This field-based role involves installing and servicing oxygen equipment for patients, ensuring their safety and comfort. The ideal candidate will have a background in technical maintenance and excellent communication skills. With a generous holiday package, company vehicle, and commitment to employee development, this position offers a fulfilling opportunity to make a real difference in home healthcare. Join a team that values excellence and supports your growth.

Benefits

33 Days Holiday

Company Vehicle

Excellent Training Programs

Enhanced Maternity Leave

Enhanced Paternity Leave

Yearly Bonus Scheme

Qualifications

• 2+ years of technical experience in maintenance and servicing.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Install, deliver, and service oxygen equipment to patients' homes.
• Educate patients on the proper use and care of oxygen equipment.
• Perform scheduled maintenance checks and troubleshoot equipment.

Skills

Technical Experience

Communication Skills

DIY Tools

Maintenance

Servicing

Repair

Job description

We value our people & develop their skills for a better future

Contract Type: 6 Month Fixed Term Contract - 40 per week - Working 5 in 7 days working rota, 8:30am to 5pm

Closing Date: Monday, January 01, 0001

Vivisol are currently hiring for a Homecare Technician to provide technical support in the Glasgow area. We are looking for someone to join our dynamic team to carry out the servicing of our patients and customers equipment. We offer a generous package including; 33 days holiday (including BH), a company vehicle, excellent training and development programs, enhanced maternity and paternity leave, yearly bonus scheme, as well as a starting salary of £25,680.

The Homecare Technician position is field based with a day shift role covering 40 hours per week, with a rotating shift pattern, working 5 in 7 days per week, 8:30am to 5pm.

The ideal candidate will have previous technician or technical experience (maintenance, servicing, repair, etc.), and all specific training will be provided.

Main duties and responsibilities:

• To install, deliver, remove and service oxygen equipment to patients' homes
• Ensure the equipment is functioning correctly and safely before leaving the patient’s home
• Carry out risk assessments to ensure safe installation
• Educate patients and their caregivers on the proper use, care, and maintenance of oxygen equipment
• Provide clear instructions on safety precautions related to oxygen therapy, including the dangers of smoking near oxygen
• Perform scheduled maintenance checks on oxygen equipment to ensure they are working properly
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment issues as needed

Required candidate experience:

• Previous technical experience (2 years), DIY tools, installations, maintenance, repair, servicing, etc.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• An Enhanced DBS (provided for you as part of the probation process)

Who we are:

Dolby Vivisol holds the NHS contracts for the provision of Home Oxygen services in the UK. The company is currently responsible for the installation and management of therapy solutions to over 23,000 patients.

"Working Together to Improve Lives by Inspiring Excellence in Home Healthcare" is at the core of what we do at Dolby Vivisol. The company focuses on continually improving its services, with the aim being to offer the NHS efficient, but sustainable, solutions.

Dolby Vivisol positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. We are committed to hiring, developing and retaining the best people. We foster an inclusive culture that offers all our employees a ‘Place to Grow’.

Please visit our website for a copy of our job applicant privacy notice at dolbyvivisol.com

Contact info

Registered Office Address:

Dolby Medical Home
Respiratory Care Ltd
North Suite, Lomond Court,
Castle Business Park, Stirling,
FK9 4TU

Vivisol UK
Palladian, Manor Court,
Manor Royal,
Crawley,
H10 9PY