West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Band 3 - Resuscitation Service Technician, Deteriorating Patient Team
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The Deteriorating Patient Team is expanding, and we are delighted to recruit two full-time Resuscitation Service Technicians to join our vibrant, forward-thinking service.
Working Monday to Friday, 08:00–16:00, you will be primarily based at Watford Hospital while also supporting activity across all three Trust sites.
Please note the interview date will be Monday 27th July
This cross-site working brings variety, visibility, and the chance to make a meaningful impact across the organisation.
About the Role
This exciting role puts you at the heart of our resuscitation training programme. You’ll deliver engaging basic life support (BLS) and AED sessions for clinical staff and new starters, support the running of in-house RCUK courses, and ensure training equipment is clean, organised, and ready to go.
You’ll also help monitor emergency equipment stores and contribute to key audits, including the annual Resuscitation Trolley Audit.
We’re looking for enthusiastic individuals with a genuine interest in resuscitation and education — people who want to be part of a supportive, forward-thinking team dedicated to improving patient outcomes.
Please note that we are unable to offer Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) for this position*
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Key Responsibilities
As a Resuscitation Technician, the primary focus of your role will be delivering high-quality Basic Life Support (BLS) and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) training to clinical staff and new starters across the Trust. This includes:
- Preparing the training environment
- Setting up and clearing equipment
- Facilitating sessions to ensure staff gain the confidence and competence required for safe clinical practice
- Supporting the planning and smooth running of Resuscitation Council UK courses
- Contributing to the organisation and coordination of these essential training events
With a new hospital planned for Watford, work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital and plans for a neighbourhood healthcare centre in Hemel Hempstead, this is an exciting time to join us.
We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imagining models of care, working closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare.
Staff wellbeing and development are a priority, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes, and patient experience.
Our Vision and Values
Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional, and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others.
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Benefits
We offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work-life balance. www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking
If you have a disability or long-term health condition and require support or guidance, please contact westherts.recruitment@nhs.net
If you are a Service Leaver, Veteran, Military Reserve, Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, or partner/spouse of those serving, please tick "Member of the Armed Forces Community" on the application form.
We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Contact Information
For further details / informal visits, contact:
- Name: Frances Regal (Fran)
- Job Title: Lead Resuscitation Practitioner
- Email Address: Frances.regal@nhs.net
- Telephone Number: 01923 217218
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