Are you a skilled professional with experience in clinical asset management looking to make a significant impact in healthcare? South Central Ambulance Service (SCAS) is seeking a dedicated and dynamic Clinical Asset Manager to join our team. In this crucial role, you will ensure the availability, safety, and efficiency of all clinical assets, directly supporting our mission to provide high-quality emergency and urgent care services. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the health and wellbeing of our communities by ensuring that our medical equipment is always ready and reliable.
• Oversee the lifecycle management of all clinical assets, including acquisition, maintenance, and disposal.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimise asset utilisation and reduce downtime.
• Ensure all clinical assets comply with regulatory standards and safety guidelines.
• Coordinate with various departments to ensure timely availability and functionality of equipment.
• Manage contracts and relationships with external suppliers and service providers.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections of clinical assets.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive digital records and reports on asset status and performance.
• Provide training and support to staff on the proper use and maintenance of clinical equipment.
• Full training and support when you join and ongoing throughout your employment with us.
• Holiday entitlement is 27 days rising to 29 days after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years, plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata for part time).
• Enrolment into the NHS Pension Scheme.
• Access to continual professional development and opportunities within SCAS and the NHS.
• Occupational Health support along with an Employee Assistance Programme.
• NHS Discounts in over 200+ stores including Holidays, Days out, Car insurance, Restaurants and Clothing.
• Staff networking and support groups.
About Us
South Central Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of emergency, urgent care and non-emergency healthcare services, along with commercial logistics services.
The Trust delivers most of these services to the populations of Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Hampshire and Oxfordshire as well as non-emergency patient transport services in Sussex.
We serve a population of over 7 million and answer over 500,000 urgent calls a year. We employ 4,551 staff who, together with over 1,100 volunteers, enable us to operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
In SCAS, we know that colleagues who are cared for and valued are enabled to provide the right care, first time, every time. That is why we strive to foster a culture that balances fairness, compassion, learning and accountability; a ‘just and learning culture’.
1. Asset Lifecycle Management.
• Responsible forthe entire lifecycle of clinical assets, including procurement, deployment, maintenance, and disposal, ensuring compliance with organisational policies and regulatory requirements.
1. Procurement andSupplierManagement.
• Coordinate the procurement process forclinical assetsand supplies, including vendor selection, contract negotiation, andpurchasing. Cultivate relationships with suppliersand internal procurement departmentsto ensuretimelydelivery of high-quality assets at competitive prices.
1. Inventory Management.
• Maintainaccuraterecords of clinical assets, includingancillarystock levels, locations, and usage.Maintain assetmanagement systems to optimise stock levels, minimise waste, and ensure adequate supply for emergency response activities.
1. PlannedMaintenance.
• Develop and implement maintenance schedules for clinical assets to ensureoptimalperformance and compliance with safety standards. Coordinate equipment servicing, repairs, and calibration to minimise downtime andmaintainoperational readiness.
1. Regulatory Compliance.
• Stay informed about regulatory requirements related toclinical assetsand device management. Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, standards, and guidelines governing the maintenance, testing, and documentation of clinical assets.
1. Asset Tracking.
• Implementandmaintainasset tracking systems tomonitorthe location, condition, and usage of clinical assets throughout their lifecycle. Conduct regular audits and inspections to verify asset integrity,identifydiscrepancies, and address any issues promptly.
1. Training and Education.
• Provide training and education tostaff members on the proper use, care, and maintenance of clinical assetsand technical maintenance equipment. Develop educational materials, conduct training sessions, and offer support to ensure staff competency and adherence toequipment carebest practices.
1. Quality Assurance.
• Establishandmaintainquality assurance processes to assess the performance and reliability of clinical assets. Monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), analyse trends, and implement corrective actions to improve asset performance and reliability.
1. Collaboration and Communication.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including clinical teams, procurement specialists, andlogisticsmanagers, to coordinate asset management activities. Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams to address issues, share information, and support organisational goals.
• Present and brief to the executive team; department updates,performanceand strategic plans.
1. Budget Management.
• Responsible for thecomplexClinical Equipment Budgetand the development of budgets and financial plans for clinical asset management activities. Monitor expenses, track costs, andidentifyopportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
This advert closes on Sunday 30 Jun 2024
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