Respiratory Fit Testing Technician (Part-Time)

Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust; Brockworth; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free car parking at many of our sites

27 days leave plus bank holidays, up 2

Broad range of training and developing

Generous NHS pension

Job summary

Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust is looking for a part-time Fit Tester (Band 3) to support clinical staff across localities. You will conduct fit testing for available FFP3 respirator masks, document results digitally and assist with administration and booking of staff testing.

The role requires good data entry and information governance practices, a pro-active approach to PPE use, and the ability to communicate clearly with colleagues while maintaining high professional

Qualifications

• GCSE/ O Levels education (9-4/A*- C) in Maths and English (or equivalent literacy and numeracy).
• NVQ Level 3 in Healthcare or equivalent experience.
• European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL).

Responsibilities

• Manage enquiries that require a response from the fit testing team, effectively and efficiently to avoid unnecessary waiting times/lost referrals.
• Accurately enter data on appropriate systems in accordance with Information Governance policy.
• Demonstrates appropriate use of PPE when completing tests in clinical areas and able to communicate with colleagues about use of FFP3 masks
• Undertake fit testing accurately as per procedure, communicating clear instructions to those undertaking the test
• Ensure all fit testing results are communicated and recorded appropriately in line with service guidelines.
• Ensures fit testing equipment is kept clean and maintained and ensure that a thorough decontamination is completed at the end of each day.
• Researches and assesses fit testing methods and equipment, and FFP3 masks where required.

Education

GCSE/ O Levels education (9-4/A*- C) in Maths and English (or equivalent literacy and numeracy)

NVQ Level 3 in Healthcare or equivalent experience

European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL)

Job description

Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust is looking for a part-time Fit Tester (Band 3) to support clinical staff across localities. You will conduct fit testing for available FFP3 respirator masks, document results digitally and assist with administration and booking of staff testing.

The role requires good data entry and information governance practices, a pro-active approach to PPE use, and the ability to communicate clearly with colleagues while maintaining high professional