Job summary
** PLEASE NOTE PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY**
The Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust have an exciting opportunity for a Decontamination Specialist to join and be part of a dedicated and hard working team within the Estates department.
The post holder will be part of a specialist team to provide a maintenance, testing and validation service for all medical decontamination equipment within the Trust. This includes sterilisers, disinfectors, steam clean systems, plant equipment and other specialist equipment described in the Job Description in this advert.
In addition to this, you will benefit from a wide range of benefits and discounts, an excellent pension scheme, on site parking, plus much, much more.
The working hours for this position will be Mon - Fri - 08.00am to 16.00pm.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will carry out
planned maintenance, breakdown repairs, testing and validation on all medical device
decontamination equipment as listed above to ensure medical devices for
invasive procedures are decontaminated in compliance with HTM01-01 and HTM-2030.
The post holder will provide a
planned and breakdown repair service on all complex engineering services
associated with decontamination equipment and respective specialist
accommodation.
The post holder will provide advice on the
decontamination equipment to Trust Officers both in Estates and other
disciplines
About us
We provide care and support to over a million people in
Wakefield and Kirklees in their homes, community settings and across our
three hospital sites at Pontefract, Dewsbury and Pinderfields (Wakefield).
Always striving for excellence, we are at the forefront of
innovation and research, and we invest in teaching and the development of our
workforce.
We live by our values of caring, improving, being respectful
and maintaining high standards. We listen and learn because we aim to make Mid
Yorkshire the best place to work and receive care.
We value diversity and welcome talent and enthusiasm
irrespective of age, disability, neurodivergence, sex, gender identity and
gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation,
or other personal circumstances including providing unpaid carers support to
someone with a health and care need. As ethnic minority groups, members of the
LGBTQ+ community, and people with a disability/neurodivergence are currently
under-represented across the organisation, we encourage applications from
members of these groups. We have policies and procedures to ensure all
applicants are treated fairly and consistently.
We are proud of our staff networks - who offer valuable
guidance and feedback from those with lived experience.
We have a clear vision and you could be part of this! If
you share our values and you want to make a difference to the lives of our
patients and their families and carers, we would love to hear from you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Acts as the Trust Test Person Sterilisers/Washer Disinfectant/Clean Steam
in accordance with HTM 01-01 and HTM 2031 respectively, across all Trust properties.
Be required to participate fully in a system of planned maintenance of
equipment including responsibility for and involvement in the preparation of
maintenance procedures and planning of maintenance schedules.
Be responsible for ensuring adequate records are maintained in compliance
with HTMs, ISO9001:2000 procedures, relevant guidance documentation and local
Trust procedures. The post holder will ensure the records are filed in the
appropriate location within one week of their completion.
In conjunction with the appropriate user/managers, authorise the return
to service of decontamination equipment after maintenance/validation.
Be responsible for obtaining the appropriate signature (Test Person/User)
when handling decontamination equipment back into service.
Be responsible for undertaking quarterly audits of test results for
carrying out an investigation into any anomalies and on completion for
providing a written report to the Estates Management Team.
Be required to ensure continuity of service by ensuring cover throughout
holiday periods in accordance with departmental guidance.
Be responsible for undertaking development work and providing technical
support to other departments.
Be responsible for commissioning new equipment, including the completion
of all relevant documentation.
Be responsible for monitoring the performance of external contractors,
agencies to ensure that compliance standards are maintained and provide formal
reports when required.
Be responsible for acquainting themselves with general technological
developments on matters related to the relevant fields of activity.
Be required to maintain familiarity with all MDA Safety and Hazard
Notices and MDA Device Bulletins.
Be responsible for familiarising themselves with the correct functioning
and principles of the operation of all equipment for which the department is
responsible.
Be required to carry out any other duties commensurate with the grade in
the field of their expertise.
Be required to order, via the appropriate procedure, suitable replacement
non-stock items in accordance with the Trust Standing Financial Instructions.
Be able to diagnose and repair faults on general engineering
installations, plant and equipment.
Possess the ability to work on their own with the minimum of supervision,
ensuring a quality value for money service is provided to the Trust.
Demonstrate high levels of self-motivation, determination and flexibility
both in skills and attitude.
Possess the ability to communicate effectively with the Estates
Management Team, other Trust persons, Steriliser Team members, other Estates
staff and customers utilising written and/or verbal communication skills.
Particular regard must be given to communication of breakdowns and missed/late
ppms to the Estates Management Team.
Ensure that all works carried out comply with the Health & Safety at
Work Act and all current legislation and/or guidance. The Trusts Risk
Assessment pack must be utilised to ensure safe and working practises are
followed at all times. All safety equipment/PPE equipment is available and must
be used where required. Permit to work systems must be used in all instances
where departmental guidance indicates.
Ensure that relevant check lists/advice notes/Q documents are
amended/updated/created to comply with the requirements of ISO9001:2000, HTMs,
Manufacturers Literature and other relevant guidance documentation.
Undertake surveys and provide comprehensive reports appropriate to the
duties of this job description.
Ensure the ISO9001:2000 framework is implemented and operated at
operational level in a manner that reflects the departments Quality Manual and
any locally agreed procedures.
Contribute to the development and implementation of appropriate
Disinfection/Decontamination procedures and Safe Systems of Work in line with
Health & Safety/Sterile Services Guidance.
Undertake data logger validation tests and produce appropriate
graphs/test results using relevant computer software packages.
The post holder is responsible for undertaking planned
maintenance/testing and validation of all decontamination equipment up to and
including yearly testing.
Direct and work with specialist consultants in matters relating to
decontamination equipment, associated plant and specialist accommodation.
Undertake risk assessments of all decontamination equipment, associated
plant and specialist accommodation.
Carry a means of communication to be contactable at all times.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Acts as the Trust Test Person Sterilisers/Washer Disinfectant/Clean Steam
in accordance with HTM 01-01 and HTM 2031 respectively, across all Trust properties.
Be required to participate fully in a system of planned maintenance of
equipment including responsibility for and involvement in the preparation of
maintenance procedures and planning of maintenance schedules.
Be responsible for ensuring adequate records are maintained in compliance
with HTMs, ISO9001:2000 procedures, relevant guidance documentation and local
Trust procedures. The post holder will ensure the records are filed in the
appropriate location within one week of their completion.
In conjunction with the appropriate user/managers, authorise the return
to service of decontamination equipment after maintenance/validation.
Be responsible for obtaining the appropriate signature (Test Person/User)
when handling decontamination equipment back into service.
Be responsible for undertaking quarterly audits of test results for
carrying out an investigation into any anomalies and on completion for
providing a written report to the Estates Management Team.
Be required to ensure continuity of service by ensuring cover throughout
holiday periods in accordance with departmental guidance.
Be responsible for undertaking development work and providing technical
support to other departments.
Be responsible for commissioning new equipment, including the completion
of all relevant documentation.
Be responsible for monitoring the performance of external contractors,
agencies to ensure that compliance standards are maintained and provide formal
reports when required.
Be responsible for acquainting themselves with general technological
developments on matters related to the relevant fields of activity.
Be required to maintain familiarity with all MDA Safety and Hazard
Notices and MDA Device Bulletins.
Be responsible for familiarising themselves with the correct functioning
and principles of the operation of all equipment for which the department is
responsible.
Be required to carry out any other duties commensurate with the grade in
the field of their expertise.
Be required to order, via the appropriate procedure, suitable replacement
non-stock items in accordance with the Trust Standing Financial Instructions.
Be able to diagnose and repair faults on general engineering
installations, plant and equipment.
Possess the ability to work on their own with the minimum of supervision,
ensuring a quality value for money service is provided to the Trust.
Demonstrate high levels of self-motivation, determination and flexibility
both in skills and attitude.
Possess the ability to communicate effectively with the Estates
Management Team, other Trust persons, Steriliser Team members, other Estates
staff and customers utilising written and/or verbal communication skills.
Particular regard must be given to communication of breakdowns and missed/late
ppms to the Estates Management Team.
Ensure that all works carried out comply with the Health & Safety at
Work Act and all current legislation and/or guidance. The Trusts Risk
Assessment pack must be utilised to ensure safe and working practises are
followed at all times. All safety equipment/PPE equipment is available and must
be used where required. Permit to work systems must be used in all instances
where departmental guidance indicates.
Ensure that relevant check lists/advice notes/Q documents are
amended/updated/created to comply with the requirements of ISO9001:2000, HTMs,
Manufacturers Literature and other relevant guidance documentation.
Undertake surveys and provide comprehensive reports appropriate to the
duties of this job description.
Ensure the ISO9001:2000 framework is implemented and operated at
operational level in a manner that reflects the departments Quality Manual and
any locally agreed procedures.
Contribute to the development and implementation of appropriate
Disinfection/Decontamination procedures and Safe Systems of Work in line with
Health & Safety/Sterile Services Guidance.
Undertake data logger validation tests and produce appropriate
graphs/test results using relevant computer software packages.
The post holder is responsible for undertaking planned
maintenance/testing and validation of all decontamination equipment up to and
including yearly testing.
Direct and work with specialist consultants in matters relating to
decontamination equipment, associated plant and specialist accommodation.
Undertake risk assessments of all decontamination equipment, associated
plant and specialist accommodation.
Carry a means of communication to be contactable at all times.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience as Test Person carrying out maintenance and validation of Medical Device Decontamination Equipment (as defined in the above HTMs).
- Working with and maintaining electronic systems.
Desirable
- Clean Room Technology.
- Familiar with steam pressure systems.
Qualifications
Essential
- Recognised Engineering Apprenticeship HNDC or OND/C + extensive experience as a Certified Decontamination Test Person in:
- HTM-01-01, HTM-2031.
Desirable
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Multi-level communication skills.
Desirable
- Motivator and Team Leader.
Knowledge and Awareness
Essential
- Wide range of decontamination procedures.
- Wide range of Estates procedures.
Desirable
- Knowledge of Quality Assurance Systems.
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Computer Literate.
- Highly developed diagnostic and analytical skills.
- Working to the tolerances utilising hand tools and infrastructures.
Desirable
Other
Essential
- Access to a vehicle with the ability to travel independently in line with requirements.
- Able to participate in on-call rota.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience as Test Person carrying out maintenance and validation of Medical Device Decontamination Equipment (as defined in the above HTMs).
- Working with and maintaining electronic systems.
Desirable
- Clean Room Technology.
- Familiar with steam pressure systems.
Qualifications
Essential
- Recognised Engineering Apprenticeship HNDC or OND/C + extensive experience as a Certified Decontamination Test Person in:
- HTM-01-01, HTM-2031.
Desirable
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Multi-level communication skills.
Desirable
- Motivator and Team Leader.
Knowledge and Awareness
Essential
- Wide range of decontamination procedures.
- Wide range of Estates procedures.
Desirable
- Knowledge of Quality Assurance Systems.
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Computer Literate.
- Highly developed diagnostic and analytical skills.
- Working to the tolerances utilising hand tools and infrastructures.
Desirable
Other
Essential
- Access to a vehicle with the ability to travel independently in line with requirements.
- Able to participate in on-call rota.
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).
