Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Technical Assistant who will participate in the smooth running of surgical training, research and development courses and will be responsible for the care of the instruments, including the care of anatomical specimens and equipment.
As Technical Assistant, you would prepare cadaveric specimens required for surgical courses, including appropriate defrost, recovery and dissection. This may involve sharp instruments and manual and motorised industrial equipment, for which appropriate training and supervision will be provided.
You will work effectively with a wide range of people, e.g. visiting Surgeons / Course Leaders, University academic staff, Mortuary staff, Course administrators and Healthcare professionals, to support the surgical training courses and other projects.
Main duties of the job
The Technical Assistant participates in the smooth running of surgical training, research and development courses at the Cambridge Surgical Training Centre.
The Technical Assistant will be responsible for the care of the instruments, as well as the care of anatomical specimens and equipment.
About us
Our Trust
Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 11000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people - patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing 'outstanding' care to our patients and rated 'Good' overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH's values - Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent - are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population.
CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of people's age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Post Graduate Medical Centre (PGMC) provides high quality education and training for Health Care professionals.
Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.
Please note:- Internal applicants on permanent contracts can only apply for this post as a secondment and must have the approval of your current line manager before applying.
The advert will close at midnight on 2 October 2023.
Interviews are due to be held on 9 October 2023.
Benefits to you
We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse, day nurseries and access to a great transport system with easy access to airports and rail travel.
Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases alternative working hours will be considered.
We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Post Graduate Medical Centre (PGMC) provides high quality education and training for Health Care professionals.
Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.
Please note:- Internal applicants on permanent contracts can only apply for this post as a secondment and must have the approval of your current line manager before applying.
The advert will close at midnight on 2 October 2023.
Interviews are due to be held on 9 October 2023.
Benefits to you
We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse, day nurseries and access to a great transport system with easy access to airports and rail travel.
Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases alternative working hours will be considered.
We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- -Degree or evidence of continuous professional development in a technical support role either in healthcare or higher education or Nursing / Medical qualification
- -Professional registration or willingness to work towards
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- -Experience as a Surgical Scrub Practitioner / Mortuary Assistant
- -Basic understanding of regulations relating to the use of ionising radiation (X-rays)
- -Health and Safety awareness, including handling substances hazardous to health, (COSHH regulations), machinery, and in respect of manual handling
- -The ability and willingness to cope with strong smells
- -The ability and willingness to view anatomical and surgical specimens and procedures
- -To ensure that all duties are carried out to the highest standard, and in accordance with the requirements of the Human Tissue Authority
Desirable
- -Experience of working in the NHS
- -Working in a clinical / surgical skills centre
- -Providing materials for surgical training courses
- -Implementing safety procedures as part of the working routine
- -Proven track record and experience of working with clinical staff
Knowledge
Essential
- -Confidentiality and data protection processes and procedures
- -Good working knowledge of office procedures and all Microsoft Office packages
- -Awareness of NHS targets and Trust priorities
- -Prioritising, planning and organising own and others tasks
Desirable
- -Knowledge of the Trust including awareness of priorities
- -Knowledge of Trust information systems
Skills
Essential
- -Ability to manage / work as part of a team
- -Excellent communication skills including telephone, email, face to face
- -Ability to organise and manage own time and others to keep to schedule and deadlines
- -Ability to use own initiative and work autonomously
- -Excellent IT skills - ability to use Microsoft office applications including spread sheets and email
- -Ability to show attention to detail and accuracy
- -Ability to work under pressure
- -Ability to store and safeguard confidential documents
Desirable
- -Ability to requisition general stock
Additional Requirements
Essential
- The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of Safe, Kind, Excellent.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- -Degree or evidence of continuous professional development in a technical support role either in healthcare or higher education or Nursing / Medical qualification
- -Professional registration or willingness to work towards
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- -Experience as a Surgical Scrub Practitioner / Mortuary Assistant
- -Basic understanding of regulations relating to the use of ionising radiation (X-rays)
- -Health and Safety awareness, including handling substances hazardous to health, (COSHH regulations), machinery, and in respect of manual handling
- -The ability and willingness to cope with strong smells
- -The ability and willingness to view anatomical and surgical specimens and procedures
- -To ensure that all duties are carried out to the highest standard, and in accordance with the requirements of the Human Tissue Authority
Desirable
- -Experience of working in the NHS
- -Working in a clinical / surgical skills centre
- -Providing materials for surgical training courses
- -Implementing safety procedures as part of the working routine
- -Proven track record and experience of working with clinical staff
Knowledge
Essential
- -Confidentiality and data protection processes and procedures
- -Good working knowledge of office procedures and all Microsoft Office packages
- -Awareness of NHS targets and Trust priorities
- -Prioritising, planning and organising own and others tasks
Desirable
- -Knowledge of the Trust including awareness of priorities
- -Knowledge of Trust information systems
Skills
Essential
- -Ability to manage / work as part of a team
- -Excellent communication skills including telephone, email, face to face
- -Ability to organise and manage own time and others to keep to schedule and deadlines
- -Ability to use own initiative and work autonomously
- -Excellent IT skills - ability to use Microsoft office applications including spread sheets and email
- -Ability to show attention to detail and accuracy
- -Ability to work under pressure
- -Ability to store and safeguard confidential documents
Desirable
- -Ability to requisition general stock
Additional Requirements
Essential
- The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of Safe, Kind, Excellent.
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).