PGMDE Simulation Technician / Coordinator

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000

Job description

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1.8 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across 5 main sites in South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local hospital services across its different sites, and specialist services from King's College Hospital (KCH) sites at Denmark Hill in Camberwell and at the Princess Royal University Hospital (PRUH) site in the London Borough of Bromley.

We encourage all our staff to have a healthy work/life balance. In doing so, you can apply for flexible working from the beginning of your employment. We offer a range of options which are designed to suit different circumstances and priorities in line with service requirements.

Job overview

The post holder will play a pivotal role in providing technical support and co-ordination of simulation training to healthcare providers.

Main duties of the job

• The post holder will also be responsible for providing expert technical and administrative support to ensure the effective delivery of postgraduate education and training as part of the PGMDE team.

Working for our organisation

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1.8 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level.

We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.

King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

1. Simulation technical support responsibilities

• Act as the main point of contact for the PGMDE simulation training programme and facilities.
• The post-holder will be required to work across different sites and within the hospital.
• Act as the main point of contact to support in-situ simulation and mobile training programmes, as agreed with the Senior Management Team.
• Working in close liaison with the PGMDE Simulation Associate Directors, Clinical Skills Tutors and Divisional Simulation Leads, be responsible for the simulation programme and facilities, ensuring readiness for simulation activities.
• To liaise effectively with the PGMDE Team to ensure the smooth running of the training programmes, whichever location they are delivered, this could include hospital-based satellite sites and mobile simulation on Wards.
• Be responsible for the installation, care, maintenance and management of equipment under his/her control housed within the PGMDE Department and any associated areas.
• Support conferences, courses and training sessions for internal and external organisations.
• Participate in and teach the use of simulation equipment on the training days as required.
• Provide training in the use of specialised equipment to both PGMDE staff and users.
• Work on and resolve faults or problems with the wide variety of equipment which is used in the PGMDE Department and any other sites.
• Work with external contractors to ensure contracts are in place and agreements are adhered to.
• To be responsible for the control of stock and supplies and equipment and consumables in the conference centre and the upkeep of a detailed inventory.
• Be familiar with and appreciative of the constraints associated with working in both non-sterile and sterile environments, with a full understanding of the protocols involved when working in these diverse environments.

2. Coordination responsibilities

• Coordinating the administration and management of the simulation training programme and facility, working closely with the PGMDE Team and internal and external faculty and course organisers.
• To be responsible for the administration and coordination of courses, to ensure their smooth running, including use of electronic and paper systems and preparation of materials, ordering hospitality, booking venues, advertising and booking attendees.
• Manage small budgets and process costs for simulation courses, including handling course fees, sending invoices, paying suppliers and subjects.
• To be responsible for the co-ordination of appropriate governance meetings for Simulation.
• To be responsible for maintaining and managing the faculty list.
• Monitor customer feedback developing and analysing evaluation mechanisms.
• Deputise for Conference Centre Manager to ensure smooth running of the centre and management of courses.
• Supervise simulation activity and junior staff as required.
• Provide front of house cover for absences.

3. Communication & Networking

• Be responsible for the PGMDE website/intranet pages relating to simulation, ensuring it is maintained and managed to ensure the aims and objectives are met.
• In conjunction with Clinical Facilitator and Simulation Leads assist with the writing of course programmes and descriptive material for inclusion in online platforms and advertising.
• To work closely with external groups, including NHSE, KHP, and internal teams, such as PRUH Hospital site. Facilitate cross site collaboration and working.

4. Decision Making, Planning and Problem Solving

• Advise on the procurement of audiovisual and IT equipment with reference to its use in education and training.
• Advise on the procurement of equipment relating to simulation-based education and training programmes.
• Develop new services with respect to technology enhanced training programmes and equipment, acting as the point of references for such new developments.
• Work independently.
• Use own initiative to resolve problems whilst keeping their line manager well informed of progress in ongoing situations.

5. Special Requirements

• You may be required to work irregular hours in accordance with the needs of the role, to cover the training schedules, i.e. some early start or evening work may be required.
• You may occasionally be required to work at weekends and assist with room set up, i.e. move furniture as well as order refreshments.

6. General Administrative Duties

• General office duties including answering phone and taking messages, receiving and welcoming visitors to the Department.
• Arrange meetings as required, ordering hospitality and booking venues.
• Maintain the confidentiality of all information in accordance with the requirements of the Data Protection Act and the Trust's Information Systems Security Policy.
• Attend monthly one to one meetings with your line Manager.
• Attend and contribute to monthly team meeting.

Person specification

Education
Essential criteria

• University Degree or substantial experience of professional or specialist knowledge OR a relevant qualification and substantial experience through extended learning.

Experience
Essential criteria

• Experience of working within a Higher/Further Education/NHS Environment.
• Experience working with Simulator mannequins or similar technology.

Skills
Essential criteria

• Audiovisual skills and experience, including filming and editing of procedures for academic/business purposes.

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• Please review the documentation on our recruitment microsite, particularly the Trust's criminal records checking policy.
• All staff have a responsibility for safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and for ensuring they are aware of the specific duties relating to their role.
• Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. On occasion, we might close a vacancy early due to a high number of applications being received. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

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Applicant requirements

• The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Documents to download

• PGMDE Simulation Technician / Coordinator (PDF, 432.4KB)
• Denmark Hill Site Map (PDF, 1.2MB)
• Princess Royal (PRUH) Site map (PDF, 1.4MB)
• Visa and Sponsorship Information (PDF, 352.6KB)