Homecare Technician

Vivisol are currently hiring for a Homecare Technician to provide technical support in the Ashford area, reporting each day out of the Ashford depot to restock. We are looking for someone to join our dynamic team to carry out the servicing and delivery 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, working five out of seven days, 8:30am – 5pm

The ideal candidate will have previous driving experience (deliveries), and any technical experience would be beneficial, but not required as all training is 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 work-related driving experience
• Any previous technical experience DIY tools, installation, maintenance, repair, servicing, etc. is desirable
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• An Enhanced DBS (provided for you as part of the probation process)