Homecare Technician

Dolby Medical Home Respiratory Care Ltd; Ashford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000

Job description

We value our people & develop their skills for a better future

Contract Type: Permanent - 40 hours per week - Working 5 in 7 days working rota, 8:30am to 5pm

Dolby Vivisol are currently hiring for two Homecare Technicians to provide technical support in the Ashford area, working out of the Ashford Depot. We are looking for someone to join our dynamic team to carry out the servicing of our patients and customers equipment. We offer a generous package including; 33 days holiday (including BH), a company vehicle, excellent training and development programs, enhanced maternity and paternity leave, yearly bonus scheme, as well as a starting salary of £25,680.

The Homecare Technician position is field based with a day shift role covering 40 hours per week, with a rotating shift pattern, working 5 in 7 days per week, 8:30am to 5pm.

The ideal candidate will have previous technician or technical experience (maintenance, servicing, repair, etc.), and all specific training will be provided.

Main duties and responsibilities:

• To install, deliver, remove and service oxygen equipment to patients' homes
• Ensure the equipment is functioning correctly and safely before leaving the patient’s home
• Carry out risk assessments to ensure safe installation
• Educate patients and their caregivers on the proper use, care, and maintenance of oxygen equipment
• Provide clear instructions on safety precautions related to oxygen therapy, including the dangers of smoking near oxygen
• Perform scheduled maintenance checks on oxygen equipment to ensure they are working properly
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment issues as needed

Required candidate experience:

• Previous technical experience (2 years), DIY tools, installations, maintenance, repair, servicing, etc.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• An Enhanced DBS (provided for you as part of the probation process)

Who we are:

Dolby Vivisol holds the NHS contracts for the provision of Home Oxygen services in the UK. The company is currently responsible for the installation and management of therapy solutions to over 23,000 patients.

"Working Together to Improve Lives by Inspiring Excellence in Home Healthcare" is at the core of what we do at Dolby Vivisol. The company focuses on continually improving its services, with the aim being to offer the NHS efficient, but sustainable, solutions.

Dolby Vivisol positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. We are committed to hiring, developing and retaining the best people. We foster an inclusive culture that offers all our employees a ‘Place to Grow’.

Contact info

Registered Office Address:

Dolby Medical Home
Respiratory Care Ltd
North Suite, Lomond Court,
Castle Business Park, Stirling,
FK9 4TU

Vivisol UK
Palladian, Manor Royal,
Old Brighton Road,
Crawley,
RH10 9PY