Job summary
If you are a person with a "Can do" attitude who wants to make a difference in their workplace then this is the role for you!
This is an exciting and engaging opportunity for candidate to grow on the job. we are looking for someone thoughtful who has enthusiasm working in a Team and on own initiative, who is eager to learn, support their colleagues and pass on their knowledge.
This is a role within Sterile Services Department where training is provided on the reprocessing of reusable Surgical Instruments.
Flexibility to drive designated Department Vehicles.
Please note that Previous Applicants need not apply.
Main duties of the job
Working from the Broadgreen Hospital site, the role of a Sterile Services Technician is to work as part of a dedicated team providing a critical decontamination service to Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
The hours for permanent 1 x weekly Alternating shift are: 6am - 2pm / 2pm - 10pm Monday to Friday total of 37.5 hours per week with Enhancements.
The job demands working to strict policies and procedures meeting the requirements of regulatory and international standards ISO13485.
Previous experience in working in a highly regulated, quality controlled or military disciplined environment would be an advantage and working to strict procedures and deadlines essential at all times. Please note Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust operates a strict no smoking policy which is rigorously enforced.
Good standard of English Literacy and Numeracy Grade C or above.
Flexibility to drive designated Department Vehicles.
Please note that Previous Applicants need not apply.
About us
Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust was created on 1 October 2019 following the merger of two adult acute Trusts, Aintree University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and the Royal Liverpool and Broadgreen University Hospitals NHS Trust.
The merger provides an opportunity to reconfigure services in a way that provides the best healthcare services to the city and improves the quality of care and health outcomes that patients experience.
The Trust runs Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital, Liverpool University Dental Hospital and the Royal Liverpool University Hospital.
It serves a core population of around 630,000 people across Merseyside as well as providing a range of highly specialist services to a catchment area of more than two million people in the North West region and beyond.
To hear more about our achievements click here https://www.liverpoolft.nhs.uk/media/13089/1606-annual-report-booklet_final.pdf
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Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be required to operate Instrument Washer Disinfectors, Sterilizers and undertake manual handling duties and the use of IT bar code and scanning and labelling systems and scanning of medical instruments sets though all stages of production. All training provided
Safe efficient practices for Decontamination, Instrument assembly & Sterilisation of Instruments & equipment within predefined Quality standards.
Ensuring that operational Activities fully comply with all Health & Safety procedures & guidelines.
Utilise & share knowledge.
Flexibility to drive designated Department Vehicles.
Please refer to Full Job Description for Roles & Responsibilities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be required to operate Instrument Washer Disinfectors, Sterilizers and undertake manual handling duties and the use of IT bar code and scanning and labelling systems and scanning of medical instruments sets though all stages of production. All training provided
Safe efficient practices for Decontamination, Instrument assembly & Sterilisation of Instruments & equipment within predefined Quality standards.
Ensuring that operational Activities fully comply with all Health & Safety procedures & guidelines.
Utilise & share knowledge.
Flexibility to drive designated Department Vehicles.
Please refer to Full Job Description for Roles & Responsibilities.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE up to Level 3 in Numeracy and Literacy or equivalent
Desirable
- Associate Membership of Institute of Sterile Services Management or willingness to undertake training to achieve associate membership
- NVQ 3 or equivalent with proven experience in Sterile Services
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience in 24/7 Rota work
Knowledge
Essential
- Willingness to participate in Training
- Willingness to participate in disseminating knowledge
- Basic Knowledge of computerised Tracking/Stock Control Systems
Skills
Essential
Desirable
- Administrative skills
- First Aid certificate
Other
Essential
Desirable
- Willingness and ability to travel when required
- Confirmed ability to undertake the collection, delivery & despatch of goods to various clients
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE up to Level 3 in Numeracy and Literacy or equivalent
Desirable
- Associate Membership of Institute of Sterile Services Management or willingness to undertake training to achieve associate membership
- NVQ 3 or equivalent with proven experience in Sterile Services
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience in 24/7 Rota work
Knowledge
Essential
- Willingness to participate in Training
- Willingness to participate in disseminating knowledge
- Basic Knowledge of computerised Tracking/Stock Control Systems
Skills
Essential
Desirable
- Administrative skills
- First Aid certificate
Other
Essential
Desirable
- Willingness and ability to travel when required
- Confirmed ability to undertake the collection, delivery & despatch of goods to various clients
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
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).
