Job summary
We are seeking an enthusiastic person to join our decontamination support team to carry out decontamination of equipment such as dynamic mattresses and beds.
You will be expected to have a good level of education and be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of computerised software such as Microsoft word.
You will not necessarily require any previous level of experience in decontamination but a good level of health and safety and working to deadlines is required.
You will also require a full driving license and be expected to drive around the county collecting and delivering equipment.
A Part time position is available to cover Mon-Sun service. Shift pattern to be confirmed. Weekend work is essential.
For a full advert, job description and person specification please visit the website www.jobs.nhs.uk or contact Steve Clarke, EBME Manager on 01926 495321 ext 4480 for more information.
Main duties of the job
Responsible for the decontamination of medical equipment including pressure redistribution mattress systems (dynamic mattresses). To support the equipment loan store with the provision of decontaminated mattress systems ensuring equipment is appropriately decontaminated and in working order. To maintain a computerised register of all issues of equipment and spares and support monitoring of the Trusts external decontamination contract.
To work as a member of the EBME Service team supporting decontamination, repair and distribution of mattresses and other related medical equipment.
About us
Come and join a Trust rated Outstanding by the CQC. South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust have been rated as outstanding following our latest inspection by the CQC and we are recruiting new staff to come and help us improve even further.
We provide services across Warwickshire and beyond ranging from Hospitals in Warwick, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Royal Leamington Spa and Shipston-on Stour to Community Services across the county. We are a progressive, expanding organisation with great ambition around improving quality, integrating pathways and delivering high levels of productivity.
Our values can be summed up in one sentence. We are 'Trusted to provide safe, effective and compassionate care'. Throughout the recruitment process you will be asked to think about how you demonstrate these values and how they impact on your work. It doesn't matter what role you do, whether it is patient facing or not, we are all working in the same way with our values at the core.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To undertake physical decontamination (cleaning) and inspection of pressure redistribution systems, ensuring items are complete, working and available for re-issue.
Exact procedures for decontamination will be determined by the Infection control team and must be followed at all times.
To undertake cleaning of medical devices by the use of washer-dryers or manually where required using personal protective equipment where provided.
To Support and make regular deliveries and collections of pressure redistribution systems (dynamic mattresses) to wards and departments as required. Ad hoc and emergency deliveries or collections may also be required throughout the day. Certain activities will require handling and lifting of medical devices however appropriate handling equipment will be provided.
To maintain accurate computerised database records of all dynamic mattress systems issued from and returned to the Warwick Hospital equipment loan store. To produce reports from the database of usage as requested.
To liaise with external contractors where pressure distribution systems have to be sent away for an extensive deep clean.
To report and support the diagnosis of faults and withdraw systems from service if equipment requires routine tests and checks or is known to be faulty.
To identify faulty Matress components and replace as necessary ensuring to record information for department cross charging.
To perform all necessary work within the department and to be flexible when demands upon the department requires a fast response.
Undertakes all assigned work without immediate supervision utilising department supplies and collaborating directly with other departments and suppliers as necessary.
To ensure efficient utilisation of spare parts and to monitor stock control raising purchase order requisitions as necessary.
To propose and be prepared to implement changes to departmental working practices and to assist the Assistant Sterile Services Manager in the preparation of reports and feedback of pressure relieving systems as and when required.
To undertake training and development as required, both in operational matters related to the work of the department and any mandatory courses e.g. fire lectures.
To participate in appraisals and personal reviews and work to achieve agreed set objectives.
To ensure at all times that work is performed in accordance with health and safety legislation, statutory requirements and other regulations that are applicable to the department function.
To undertake any other tasks as required by the EBME Manager in accordance with the grade and nature of the post.
The post holder will be a member of a mobile team and as such may be required to undertake his/her duties anywhere within the district as and when the need arises. A department van is provided for this purpose for which a current driving license is required.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To undertake physical decontamination (cleaning) and inspection of pressure redistribution systems, ensuring items are complete, working and available for re-issue.
Exact procedures for decontamination will be determined by the Infection control team and must be followed at all times.
To undertake cleaning of medical devices by the use of washer-dryers or manually where required using personal protective equipment where provided.
To Support and make regular deliveries and collections of pressure redistribution systems (dynamic mattresses) to wards and departments as required. Ad hoc and emergency deliveries or collections may also be required throughout the day. Certain activities will require handling and lifting of medical devices however appropriate handling equipment will be provided.
To maintain accurate computerised database records of all dynamic mattress systems issued from and returned to the Warwick Hospital equipment loan store. To produce reports from the database of usage as requested.
To liaise with external contractors where pressure distribution systems have to be sent away for an extensive deep clean.
To report and support the diagnosis of faults and withdraw systems from service if equipment requires routine tests and checks or is known to be faulty.
To identify faulty Matress components and replace as necessary ensuring to record information for department cross charging.
To perform all necessary work within the department and to be flexible when demands upon the department requires a fast response.
Undertakes all assigned work without immediate supervision utilising department supplies and collaborating directly with other departments and suppliers as necessary.
To ensure efficient utilisation of spare parts and to monitor stock control raising purchase order requisitions as necessary.
To propose and be prepared to implement changes to departmental working practices and to assist the Assistant Sterile Services Manager in the preparation of reports and feedback of pressure relieving systems as and when required.
To undertake training and development as required, both in operational matters related to the work of the department and any mandatory courses e.g. fire lectures.
To participate in appraisals and personal reviews and work to achieve agreed set objectives.
To ensure at all times that work is performed in accordance with health and safety legislation, statutory requirements and other regulations that are applicable to the department function.
To undertake any other tasks as required by the EBME Manager in accordance with the grade and nature of the post.
The post holder will be a member of a mobile team and as such may be required to undertake his/her duties anywhere within the district as and when the need arises. A department van is provided for this purpose for which a current driving license is required.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good all round school education
Desirable
- Computer user training, e.g. ECDL
- Training in handling and lifting of medical devices
Experience
Essential
- Handling, lifting and transporting equipment
- Basic knowledge of health and safety practises
Desirable
- Basic knowledge of medical devices
- Cleaning methods and storage of equipment
Skills
Essential
- Basic computer keyboard skills
- Communication skills
- Good interpersonal skills
Desirable
- An understanding of the principles and requirements for decontamination of medical devices
- Familiarity of computerised databases
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Flexible approach in responding to urgent requests and deadlines
Other
Essential
- Physically fit
- Not upset by distressing situations
- Holds a UK full driving licence
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good all round school education
Desirable
- Computer user training, e.g. ECDL
- Training in handling and lifting of medical devices
Experience
Essential
- Handling, lifting and transporting equipment
- Basic knowledge of health and safety practises
Desirable
- Basic knowledge of medical devices
- Cleaning methods and storage of equipment
Skills
Essential
- Basic computer keyboard skills
- Communication skills
- Good interpersonal skills
Desirable
- An understanding of the principles and requirements for decontamination of medical devices
- Familiarity of computerised databases
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Flexible approach in responding to urgent requests and deadlines
Other
Essential
- Physically fit
- Not upset by distressing situations
- Holds a UK full driving licence
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Mattress Decontamination Unit Warwick Hospital
Warwick Hospital
Warwick
CV34 5BW
Employer's website
https://www.swft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
