Job overview
We’re excited to offer this opportunity within our Admin & Clerical workforce.
As part of our new Transfer Window process, we’re making it easier for colleagues to move into roles where their skills are needed most. This approach helps us fill vacancies quickly and supports career development across the Trust.
Eligibility
Only UHD colleagues who hold a substantive contract (permanent or fixed-term) and whose current role is within the Admin & Clerical staff group are eligible to express interest in the Transfer Window and be considered for this role.
How to apply: Please do not apply via Trac. Instead, complete the Expression of Interest (EOI) form using this link - Transfer Window Form – Fill in form. The form includes a short skills assessment to help us match your experience to the role.
University Hospitals Dorset have a vacancy for a Senior Medical Equipment Library coordinator.
The Medical Equipment Library within the Clinical Engineering Department, is part of University Hospitals Dorset NHS Trust, and is responsible for the maintenance and repair of a diverse range of medical equipment for two General Hospitals, and many Healthcare facilities in East Dorset.
Main duties of the job
The Medical Equipment Library within the Clinical Engineering Department, is part of University Hospitals Dorset NHS Trust.
You will be expected to be able to demonstrate self motivation, the upholding of professional standards, be conscientious and well organised in your approach.
Supervise the regular supply of equipment to all library users and advise on correct resource deployment where shortages are experienced.
Maintain appropriate record keeping systems; ensuring information is up to date at all times.
You will be working 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
- Supervise the regular supply of equipment to all library users and advise on correct resource deployment where shortages are experienced
- Maintain appropriate record keeping systems; ensuring information is up to date at all times
- Responsibility for requisitioning of spare parts and consumables
- Assist in the training of ward staff and other equipment users in the safe and correct operation of library equipment and provide advice on equipment faults and inappropriate use
- Team effort to effectively manage Medical Equipment Library stock.
Person specification
Skills
Essential
- Ability to work well in a team. Capable of developing effective working relationships with users.
Knowledge
Essential
- Basic understanding of electronic/mechanical equipment
Experience
Essential
- Cleaning and testing the basic function of electronic medical equipment or similar.
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSEs (Maths and English)
- Educated to NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) and experience in a relevant field
Desirable
- Understanding of medical terminology & equipment applications
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This advert is for Senior Medical Equipment Coordinator with University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust in Poole, South West, England. It is listed as a Band 4 Administrative and IT role. The advertised salary is £28,392 - £31,157 pa. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 27 Jul 2026.
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