Mask Fit Tester

Job description

We are proud to provide 'Outstanding' care and be a great place to work.

East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust provides safe, compassionate and high quality hospital and community care to the half a million people living in East Sussex and those who visit our local area.

We are one of the largest organisations in East Sussex with an annual income of £700 million and we are the only integrated provider of acute and community care in Sussex.

Our extensive health services are provided by over 8,000+ dedicated members of staff working from two acute hospitals in Hastings and Eastbourne, three community hospitals in Bexhill, Rye and Uckfield, over 100 community sites across East Sussex, and in people's own homes.

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) rated us as 'Good' overall, and 'Outstanding' for being Caring and Effective. The Conquest Hospital in Hastings and our Community Services were rated 'Outstanding' and Eastbourne DGH was rated 'Good' Our two acute hospitals have Emergency Departments and provide 24 hour a day care, offering a comprehensive range of surgical, medical, outpatient and maternity services, supported by a full range of diagnostic and therapy services.

Job overview

The mask fit tester will ensure staff members required to wear FFP3 masks as per the HSE/UKHSA / National Infection Control Guidelines are appropriately fit tested to the correct mask.

To ensure that respirators (re-usable and single use) fit the face of an individual in order to provide respiratory protection against harmful pathogens.

To support IPCT to ensure staff understand how to use personal protective equipment.

Main duties of the job

Independently and competently provide a safe mask fit testing experience for staff.

Undertake coaching and explanation on what a fit test incorporates. This should be in a manner clearly understandable to those being fitted.

Maintain accurate records of fit testing using standard computer skills.

Escalate service issues to the team leader.

Working for our organisation

A wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to onsite nurseries. staff restaurants and accommodation.

In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme. Onsite parking is available from only £50 a year.

There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, submit your application today.

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We value the individuality that each candidate brings to the application process. While we understand that AI tools are widely available, we strongly discourage applicants from using AI-generated content when applying for jobs with us. We believe that your application should reflect your true skills, experiences, and motivations, which are best conveyed through your own words and unique perspective.

Using AI for your application may not accurately represent your knowledge, skills, and experience and may result in a disconnect between your qualifications and our assessment of your application.

We encourage applicants to take the time to thoughtfully complete their applications; by doing so, you allow us to better understand your true potential and ensure a fair and transparent evaluation of your application. Over reliance on AI-generated content may diminish your chance of success.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Safely undertake mask fit testing to the agreed standard.

In the absence of an administrator, Fit testers will manage telephone enquiries and book appointments using available electronic systems.

Support trials and evaluations of new FFP3 masks as advised completing documentation as necessary.

Support training of staff in use of other personal protective equipment (PPE) in collaboration with the Infection Prevention and Control Team (IPCT).

Support audit of compliance with mask fit testing and PPE as required, in collaboration with the IPCT.

Maintain effective infection prevention control standards at all times.

Ensure Team Leader is kept abreast of any issues related to stock, equipment malfunction, appointments, non-attendance, issues not immediately resolved etc.

Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to exercise diplomacy and a good telephone manner.

Maintain confidentially regarding all matters relating to the service including but not limited to staff information.

Highlight failure or concern of particular masks or equipment to the Fit Test Lead.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

• Good general level of education including Maths and English
• Evidence of good numeracy and literacy: Typing / text processing/ data entry skills to RSAII or equivalent OR Administration NVQ2 or equivalent skills.

Desirable criteria

• Recognised IT and or Typing qualification i.e ECDL or similar

Experience

Essential criteria

• Previous administrative experience the NHS or similar busy environment
• Experience manipulating data on spreadsheets especially Excel
• Record keeping and filing systems
• Experience of inputting and extracting data from IT systems

Desirable criteria

• Previous experience of working in administrative role within the NHS
• Access and experience of inputting and extracting data From Healthroster

Patients come first at East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust.

Our vision is to be:

• The healthcare provider of first choice for the people of East Sussex.

Our mission is to:

• Deliver better health outcomes and an excellent experience for everyone we provide with healthcare services.

Our strategic objectives are to:

• Improve quality and clinical outcomes by ensuring that safe patient care is our highest priority.
• Play a leading role in local partnerships to meet the needs of our local population and improve and enhance patients' experiences.
• Use our resources efficiently and effectively for the benefit of our patients and their care to ensure our services are clinically, operationally and financially sustainable.

Our aims are that all services delivered by the Trust are:

• Safe
• Effective
• Caring
• Responsive and
• Well led

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