Job summary
The Sterilisation and Disinfection Unit (SDU) at UCH was opened in October 2006 and has certification to ISO 13485 and ISO 9001 and is MDD accredited. The unit is based in University College Hospital and provides a centralised decontamination service to UCLH Foundation Trust. Allied with this is the centralised Endoscopy Decontamination Unit (EDU) for flexible endoscopes and a Neonatal Decontamination Unit.
Main duties of the job
Core areas:
Decontamination:
Cleaning medical devices, including dismantling, washing, and drying, ensuring all items are free from debris and contamination.
Sterilization:
Operating sterilization equipment (like steam or vaporized hydrogen peroxide machines) to eliminate microorganisms.
Preparation and Packing:
Preparing instrument sets, packing them for sterilization, and ensuring they are correctly labelled and documented.
Quality Control:
Inspecting equipment for damage or malfunction, documenting all processes, and adhering to quality management systems.
Distribution:
Collecting and distributing sterile items to various clinical areas within the hospital and potentially to external customers.
Inventory Management:
Monitoring stock levels of supplies and consumables, placing orders, and receiving deliveries.
Maintaining a Clean Environment:
Participating in daily cleaning routines and ensuring the Sterile Services Department remains organized and hygienic.
Following Procedures:
Adhering to strict standard operating procedures (SOPs) and health and safety guidelines.
Communication:
Effectively communicating with colleagues and customers regarding workload, priorities, and any issues.
Training and Development:
Participating in ongoing training to maintain knowledge and skills related to new equipment, procedures, and regulations.
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
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We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological,gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
The unit is open 24 hours but this role is for day shift only.
Shifts on rotation including late, days and weekend working.
Unsocial hours are subject to additional payments when specified hours, including nights weekends or bank holidays are undertaken
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As anAssistant Technical Officer Decontamination, you will play a vital role in supporting the safe and effective delivery of healthcare services across the Trust. Based in theSterile Services Department, you will be part of a highly skilled and dedicated team responsible for ensuring that all reusable medical devices and equipment are decontaminated, sterilised and returned to clinical areas in a timely and compliant manner.
This is a hands-on, operational role where attention to detail, adherence to strict protocols, and a commitment to patient safety are essential. You will work across multiple areas of the Decontamination Service, including:
- Sterile Services reprocessing surgical instruments and procedure packs.
- Mattress Decontamination cleaning and reprocessing pressure-relieving and dynamic mattresses.
Endoscopy Decontamination supporting the safe turnaround of endoscopic equipment.
The Department is responsible for the cleaning, inspection, assembly, packing, sterilizing and distribution of instruments and endoscopes to Wards, Departments and Theatres.
We are looking for a friendly, flexible, enthusiastic and self-motivated individual to work in our Department.
You must have a passion for learning and embracing change.Experience is not necessary as training will be given. Applicants must be able to work within a team, but also on their own initiative. They must have a good eye for detail and be able to stand for long periods
Core areas:
Decontamination:
Cleaning medical devices, including dismantling, washing, and drying, ensuring all items are free from debris and contamination.
Sterilization:
Operating sterilization equipment (like steam or vaporized hydrogen peroxide machines) to eliminate microorganisms.
Preparation and Packing:
Preparing instrument sets, packing them for sterilization, and ensuring they are correctly labelled and documented.
Quality Control:
Inspecting equipment for damage or malfunction, documenting all processes, and adhering to quality management systems.
Distribution:
Collecting and distributing sterile items to various clinical areas within the hospital and potentially to external customers.
Inventory Management:
Monitoring stock levels of supplies and consumables, placing orders, and receiving deliveries.
Maintaining a Clean Environment:
Participating in daily cleaning routines and ensuring the Sterile Services Department remains organized and hygienic.
Following Procedures:
Adhering to strict standard operating procedures (SOPs) and health and safety guidelines.
Communication:
Effectively communicating with colleagues and customers regarding workload, priorities, and any issues.
Training and Development:
Participating in ongoing training to maintain knowledge and skills related to new equipment, procedures, and regulations.
In essence, the Sterile Services Assistant is a vital part of the healthcare team, ensuring that all medical and surgical equipment is safe, sterile, and ready for use in patient care.
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.
UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working.
To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?
Job description
Job responsibilities
As anAssistant Technical Officer Decontamination, you will play a vital role in supporting the safe and effective delivery of healthcare services across the Trust. Based in theSterile Services Department, you will be part of a highly skilled and dedicated team responsible for ensuring that all reusable medical devices and equipment are decontaminated, sterilised and returned to clinical areas in a timely and compliant manner.
This is a hands-on, operational role where attention to detail, adherence to strict protocols, and a commitment to patient safety are essential. You will work across multiple areas of the Decontamination Service, including:
- Sterile Services reprocessing surgical instruments and procedure packs.
- Mattress Decontamination cleaning and reprocessing pressure-relieving and dynamic mattresses.
Endoscopy Decontamination supporting the safe turnaround of endoscopic equipment.
The Department is responsible for the cleaning, inspection, assembly, packing, sterilizing and distribution of instruments and endoscopes to Wards, Departments and Theatres.
We are looking for a friendly, flexible, enthusiastic and self-motivated individual to work in our Department.
You must have a passion for learning and embracing change.Experience is not necessary as training will be given. Applicants must be able to work within a team, but also on their own initiative. They must have a good eye for detail and be able to stand for long periods
Core areas:
Decontamination:
Cleaning medical devices, including dismantling, washing, and drying, ensuring all items are free from debris and contamination.
Sterilization:
Operating sterilization equipment (like steam or vaporized hydrogen peroxide machines) to eliminate microorganisms.
Preparation and Packing:
Preparing instrument sets, packing them for sterilization, and ensuring they are correctly labelled and documented.
Quality Control:
Inspecting equipment for damage or malfunction, documenting all processes, and adhering to quality management systems.
Distribution:
Collecting and distributing sterile items to various clinical areas within the hospital and potentially to external customers.
Inventory Management:
Monitoring stock levels of supplies and consumables, placing orders, and receiving deliveries.
Maintaining a Clean Environment:
Participating in daily cleaning routines and ensuring the Sterile Services Department remains organized and hygienic.
Following Procedures:
Adhering to strict standard operating procedures (SOPs) and health and safety guidelines.
Communication:
Effectively communicating with colleagues and customers regarding workload, priorities, and any issues.
Training and Development:
Participating in ongoing training to maintain knowledge and skills related to new equipment, procedures, and regulations.
In essence, the Sterile Services Assistant is a vital part of the healthcare team, ensuring that all medical and surgical equipment is safe, sterile, and ready for use in patient care.
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.
UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working.
To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- 5 GCSE's / O Levels or ability to demonstrate equivalent.
Desirable
- Full or part member of IDSC
- Knowledge of working with a QMS
- Internal auditor certificate
Experience
Essential
- Experience of producing quality products within a defined performance criteria.
Desirable
- Experience of working with the NHS
- Experience of working within a decontamination facility
Communication and Customer Care
Essential
- Demonstrate awareness of importance of working as part of a team.
- Work in accordance with Trust policies and procedures.
Personal & People Development
Essential
- Commitment to professional development.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Effective communicator both verbally and written.
Physical Effort (Lifting and handling requirements)
Essential
- Experience of and the ability to stand for long periods of time.
- Experience and ability to carry out repetitive manual handling of loads exceeding 15kg.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- 5 GCSE's / O Levels or ability to demonstrate equivalent.
Desirable
- Full or part member of IDSC
- Knowledge of working with a QMS
- Internal auditor certificate
Experience
Essential
- Experience of producing quality products within a defined performance criteria.
Desirable
- Experience of working with the NHS
- Experience of working within a decontamination facility
Communication and Customer Care
Essential
- Demonstrate awareness of importance of working as part of a team.
- Work in accordance with Trust policies and procedures.
Personal & People Development
Essential
- Commitment to professional development.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Effective communicator both verbally and written.
Physical Effort (Lifting and handling requirements)
Essential
- Experience of and the ability to stand for long periods of time.
- Experience and ability to carry out repetitive manual handling of loads exceeding 15kg.
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
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
University College London Hospital
235 Euston Road
London
NW1 2BU
Employer's website
https://www.uclh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
