Detailed job description and main responsibilities The Job Description and Person Specification are attached to this job, please review for the full details and responsibilities. Inspection of instruments and equipment on receipt into Decontamination area and at various stages throughout production, storage and distribution, immediately reporting damaged or missing items/components Dismantle/Assembly of instrumentation following the cleaning and disinfection process and manufacturers recommendations. Ensuring that the packaging, wrapping and labelling of instrument sets and supplementary items is done in accordance with legislation and guidance to meet the service needs Understand the different types of sterilisation/disinfection methods use, and the importance of product liability regarding the re-use of these items. Carry out quality checks on items to ensure that the devices have been correctly decontaminated and are safe for patient use. Carry out the correct action required if the decontamination function is in doubt and report/document any failure to the Decontamination Services Manager. Ensure process and cycle data is checked prior to the acceptance and release of products. Use the correct types of wrapping materials and methods of packing and minimise damage. Carry out the correct procedure for non-conforming devices and sundries in the event of a failed washer/disinfector/steriliser cycle in order that these items are not used in any surgical procedure. Person specification Qualifications Essential criteria Excellent English - communication skills, written and verbal Experience Desirable criteria Previous experience in a Healthcare Environment Knowledge Essential criteria Good Organisational Skills Basic I.T Skills Manual Dexterity Attention to Details Desirable criteria Knowledge of Quality Management System - ISO 13485 / ISO9001 Personal Skills Essential criteria Good Timekeeper, changed as per policy and commence shift as indicated Ability to stand for lengthy periods of time Team focussed Reliable, Adaptable and Dependable Willing to undertake training as required Proactive approach and participation in the Quality Management System Ability to be Self directional It is an exciting time to join the newly formed Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. We run two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Our 7,500 staff provide high quality care for a growing population of around 700,000 across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas. You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. Travel between hospital sites may be required. We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available. All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering their first six months in post. Employer certification / accreditation badges