Total 6 Quality Assurance / Control job vacancies in Kendal, LA9 7RL

A Vacancy at University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust.


An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated Senior Medical Engineering Technician / Quality Manager to join a small friendly team based at Westmorland General Hospital.


The department is responsible for the commissioning, service and maintenance of wide range of medical devices used within all areas of clinical care including ventilation, endoscopy, Neonatal and theatre based medical equipment

Duties will include medical device commissioning, service, repair, implementation of regulatory action and safe disposal of devices at the end of life, and the development and implementation of the existing ISO9001:2015 Quality standard.

1) A good knowledge of electro-mechanical engineering theory,
2) A logical approach to fault finding on complex electro- mechanical medical equipment
3) Proficient IT skills in the use of a database system for maintenance recording and be familiar with the Microsoft office applications suite.
4) Knowledge of general medical equipment and medical terminology is essential.
5) The ability to communicate effectively and build lasting relationships with all members of staff, visitors and suppliers
6) Good organisational skills and be able to manage and prioritise their own day to day workload.



We operate from three main hospitals-Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre.

FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.

WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.

All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/


This advert closes on Monday 7 Oct 2024

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our websitehttps://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS foundation Trust is dedicated to providing the best possible services to our patients, service users and local communities. We are seeking dynamic and dedicated individual for the pivotal role of Director of Governance and Assurance to join our leadership team and help us achieve our strategic objectives.

This newly created Director of Governance and Assurance role will have strategic leadership responsibility for both corporate and clinical governance, risk management, and assurance portfolio as we embark on enhancing our quality and safety frameworks.

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive and working closely with the Chief Nursing Officer, you'll be a key member of the senior leadership team, providing expert guidance on regulatory requirements, driving improvements in clinical governance, and fostering a culture of quality, and safety

We are seeking an exceptional leader with extensive experience in governance, and assurance within the NHS or a similarly complex environment. It Requires a deep understanding of the regulatory landscape, outstanding analytical & problem-solving skills, and the ability to engage and influence at all levels. Commitment to upholding the highest standards of care and ensuring rigorous compliance and accountability are essential qualities for this role.

If you are a strategic leader with a passion for governance and assurance and want to make a difference in the NHS, we would love to hear from you.

The Director of Governance and Assurance will be an experienced, visible,inclusiveandcollaborativeclinicalleader,ensuringdeliveryofthe Trust’s vision to provide the highest possible standards of compassionate care; thevery bestpatient and colleague experience; and to listen to and involve patients,employeesandcarers.


The post holder will play a key coordination role within the Trust. They will be expected to use their initiative toidentifyopportunities toanticipate, support and streamline the work of the Boards and their Committees.


They will be expected to use their initiative toidentifyopportunities to enhance well-led atboard level, across clinical governance, and within care groups, including leadership, risk, and the NHS CQC well-leddomaons.


They will manage the interface between the management and governance arrangements of the Trust and take every opportunity to ensure a high standard of reporting and debate. As a key member of the Trust’s Senior LeadershipTeam;the postholder will championachievementof our strategic vision, leading in line with our values. They will report directly to the Chief Executive as a non-voting director.


We operate from three main hospitals-Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre.

FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.

WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.

All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading.

You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our websitehttps://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/


This advert closes on Tuesday 17 Sep 2024

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification locatedunder the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS foundation Trust is dedicated to providing the best possible services to our patients, service users and local communities. We are seeking dynamic and dedicated individual for the pivotal role of Director of Governance and Assurance to join our leadership team and help us achieve our strategic objectives.

This newly created Director of Governance and Assurance role will have strategic leadership responsibility for both corporate and clinical governance, risk management, and assurance portfolio as we embark on enhancing our quality and safety frameworks.

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive and working closely with the Chief Nursing Officer, you'll be a key member of the senior leadership team, providing expert guidance on regulatory requirements, driving improvements in clinical governance, and fostering a culture of quality, and safety

We are seeking an exceptional leader with extensive experience in governance, and assurance within the NHS or a similarly complex environment. It Requires a deep understanding of the regulatory landscape, outstanding analytical & problem-solving skills, and the ability to engage and influence at all levels. Commitment to upholding the highest standards of care and ensuring rigorous compliance and accountability are essential qualities for this role.

If you are a strategic leader with a passion for governance and assurance and want to make a difference in the NHS, we would love to hear from you.

The Director of Governance and Assurance will be an experienced, visible,inclusiveandcollaborativeclinicalleader,ensuringdeliveryofthe Trust’s vision to provide the highest possible standards of compassionate care; thevery bestpatient and colleague experience; and to listen to and involve patients,employeesandcarers.


The post holder will play a key coordination role within the Trust. They will be expected to use their initiative toidentifyopportunities toanticipate, support and streamline the work of the Boards and their Committees.


They will be expected to use their initiative toidentifyopportunities to enhance well-led atboard level, across clinical governance, and within care groups, including leadership, risk, and the NHS CQC well-leddomaons.


They will manage the interface between the management and governance arrangements of the Trust and take every opportunity to ensure a high standard of reporting and debate. As a key member of the Trust’s Senior LeadershipTeam;the postholder will championachievementof our strategic vision, leading in line with our values. They will report directly to the Chief Executive as a non-voting director.


We operate from three main hospitals-Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre.

FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.

WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.

All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading.

You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our websitehttps://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/


This advert closes on Thursday 19 Sep 2024

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Your new role
We are looking for QA Auditors to join our factory team! Reporting to one of our Quality Managers the successful candidate will undertake various tasks to assist with the smooth operations of our Production department.
The QA Auditor is responsible for auditing, monitoring, and evaluating the organisation's quality systems and procedures. This role supports operational teams by maintaining high technical and quality standards in line with business objectives. The QA Auditor ensures compliance with Quality Management Systems and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and assists in resolving non-conformances and customer complaints.

• ·Conduct regular audits to ensure compliance with Quality Management Systems and GMP. Identify non-conformances, provide objective evidence, and assist operational teams in corrective actions.
• ·Perform scheduled and ad-hoc product testing to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• ·Collaborate with the Quality Manager to investigate customer complaints and out-of-specification results. Perform traceability studies and ensure thorough investigations.
• ·Monitor and resolve supplier and factory non-conformances. Ensure investigations are thorough, root causes are identified, and corrective actions are implemented effectively.
• ·Provide ongoing technical advice and support to factory teams to promote quality standards and resolve quality issues.
• ·Complying with safety procedures, including but not limited to: adopting safe working practices, wearing the required protective clothing and use of safety equipment appropriate to the role.

What you'll need to succeed

• ·Proven experience in quality assurance or a related field.
• ·Strong understanding of Quality Management Systems and GMP.
• ·Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• ·Effective communication and teamwork skills.

What you'll get in return
The opportunity to work for the fastest growing infant milk brand in Europe, alongside a young talented team dedicated to serving thousands of passionate customers.
We offer to all our employees:

• *20 days holiday (plus bank holidays) with additional holidays granted each year for the first 5 years of employment
• *A pension scheme
• *Employee Assistance Programme - Help@hand
• *Enhanced Maternity Pay
• *Louenna App for new parents
• *Life Assurance at 2 x basic salary
• *Free on-site parking
• *Subsidised breakfast

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