Coordinate medical equipment for perioperative care using accurate communication and theatre information systems. Work with clinical teams, contractors, and company representatives.
As Senior Equipment Manager, you will support equipment maintenance, safe storage, usage, processing, and availability within operating theatres. The work involves liaising with the Head of MEMU, theatre management, Theatre Matron, TSSU, MEMU, and company representatives. You will identify equipment required for future surgery and maintain relevant NHS national registries, including the national joint registry.
Key Responsibilities:
- Communicate information accurately across staff, contractors, and representatives
- Coordinate equipment maintenance, storage, usage, and availability
- Identify equipment requirements for future surgical procedures
- Arrange equipment ordering and processing within required timeframes
- Maintain national registries as required by NHS
Requirements:
- Proficiency using the theatre information system
- Ability to communicate face to face, electronically, or by telephone
- Understanding of appropriate equipment decontamination processes
- Ability to identify potential equipment problems affecting patient care
- Accurate record keeping and information transmission skills
Support protected perioperative care through equipment coordination, accurate records, timely processing, and effective communication across theatre services.