Overview
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Job Summary: Applications are invited for a decontamination technician to work as a member of a busy team in all aspects of reprocessing surgical equipment, medical devices, instrument sets and endoscopes, including disinfection, sterilisation and delivery.
Main duties
To undertake Decontamination Science duties and assist the Decontamination Technician Section Lead, in providing a specialised decontamination of medical devices service contributing to the clinical care of the patient.
Responsible for the receipt, disassembly, cleaning, reassembly, packing and distribution of Sterile Goods and Surgical Instruments, in one of the main sections of the Decontamination and Sterilisation unit.
Working with soiled items returned from theatres for decontamination and sterilisation or under Clean Room conditions working to Quality First instructions.
To be flexible in working in different sections of the Decontamination and Sterilisation unit.
To work in accordance with the Department\'s Standard Operating Procedures and Quality Management Systems.
This is a crucial area of the hospital\'s work, supporting the Operating Theatres, Wards and local health centres in caring for the patient.
About Us
We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. The Trust has opportunities for career development in a progressive working environment. Please note that all communication will be electronic, please check your email account regularly. If you have any issues with applying online please contact the recruitment team on the provided number. We recognise work life balance is important; requests around less than full time/flexible working for advertised roles will be considered prior to application submission. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles.
Job Details
Band 2 • Permanent • Full-time
Person Specification
Essential
* Previous demonstrable experience in a production environment
* Basic IT skills
* Able to deal with complex assembly
Desirable
* Demonstrable supply or retail experience
* Basic mechanical or electrical assembly
* Demonstrable experience and proven knowledge of Surgical Instruments and Endoscopes and decontamination procedures
Qualifications
Essential
* Educated to GCSE standard in English and Maths and a science subject grade 4-9 (A-D) or equivalent demonstrable experience in decontamination
* Able to work towards apprenticeships NVQs at levels 2 and 3
* Excellent administrative and numerate skills
Desirable
* Completed Risk Assessment training
* NVQ Level 2 and 3 in Decontamination support service
* IDSc Technical certificate in Decontamination or relevant demonstrable experience
Aptitude & Abilities
Essential
* Good communication skills, written and verbal, with ability to demonstrate clarity and understanding
* Good customer service skills
* Attention to detail
Desirable
* Experience in a demand-and-supply, customer-based environment
Other
Disclosure and Barring Service checks may apply. This post is subject to applicable safeguarding and sponsorship considerations and related guidance.
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