Job summary
We are looking for someone who can follow strict procedures, has a good eye for detail, with good hand eye coordination and the ability to stay focused, to join our state of the art Flexible Scoping Decontamination Team. If you feel you have the attributes mentioned then we would really like to meet you.
You will assist in carrying out the receipt, decontamination, packing and storage of flexible endoscopes.
The role requires attention to detail and the ability to maintain quality and follow instructions whilst performing repeated procedures on every scope.
Hours of work will be between 12pm and 8pm Monday to Friday (number of days to be agreed at interview) with an expectation to also work some additional hours on Saturday.
Main duties of the job
This role involves the decontamination of flexible endoscopes.
You will manually clean Endoscopes prior to the automated wash cycles required to effectively clean a scope.
You will check scopes for good, clean, working order and re-package ready for use in clinical areas.
You must be able to pay attention to detail, communicate well with rest of team and our service users.
Good IT skill are required and the ability to follow strict procedures is essential.
You will need to record all aspects of the procedure on the department data base.
The process is repetitive but must be performed to the correct standards each and every time.
About us
We provide care and support to over half a million people in Wakefield and Kirklees in their homes, in community settings and across our three hospital sites at Pontefract, Dewsbury and Pinderfields (in 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 the best place to receive care.
In line with this, we welcome applicants with lived experience of providing unpaid and/or support to a family member or friend with a disability, health condition, mental health problem, addiction or other health and care need.
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
- The manual cleaning and inspection of scopes, working the Endoscope Washer Disinfector, drying cabinets and scope packaging system.
- Utilising and understanding the instrument tracking system
- Participating in the general tidiness and cleaning of the department environment
- Assist with the maintenance of stock control systems and maintain an economical use of commodities.
- Contribute to the maintenance of appropriate stock levels having regard for the effective utilisation of resources.
- Taking all precautions towards the safety of other members of staff during working hours.
- Attending yearly mandatory updates including fire training and moving and handling.
- Ensure work areas are maintained as safe and free from hazards as is possible during working activities.
- An enthusiasm to participate in flexible scope decontamination induction and on the job training.
- Following training the ability to demonstrate performance and capability
- The ability to demonstrate dexterity and the ability to work in a methodical and systematic manner
- Ability to work in a busy production facility with tight deadlines whilst maintaining high standards in all aspects of work.
- Ability to work under instruction quickly and accurately
- Ensuring equipment is well maintained, stored safely and securely when not in use e.g., flexible scopes
- Assist with training new members of staff.
- Reporting any defects in the working environment to the appropriate place as soon as possible eg., lights not working, equipment faults.
- Checking and troubleshooting of problems with flexible scopes and automated endoscope reprocesser, AER (washer disinfector).
- Connecting Endoscope to AER and checking working correctly, general maintenance of AER
- Ensuring flexible scopes are cleaned and maintained to BSG Guidelines e.g. COSH regulations. This will be achieved through training and competency training.
- Ability to demonstrate a customer focused approach and respond to the demands from the customer and service users to meet their critical requirements.
- Participate in on call rota for theatre scopes decontamination
- To prioritise work to help ensure equipment is available and ready to use within customer/user deadlines
Job description
Job responsibilities
- The manual cleaning and inspection of scopes, working the Endoscope Washer Disinfector, drying cabinets and scope packaging system.
- Utilising and understanding the instrument tracking system
- Participating in the general tidiness and cleaning of the department environment
- Assist with the maintenance of stock control systems and maintain an economical use of commodities.
- Contribute to the maintenance of appropriate stock levels having regard for the effective utilisation of resources.
- Taking all precautions towards the safety of other members of staff during working hours.
- Attending yearly mandatory updates including fire training and moving and handling.
- Ensure work areas are maintained as safe and free from hazards as is possible during working activities.
- An enthusiasm to participate in flexible scope decontamination induction and on the job training.
- Following training the ability to demonstrate performance and capability
- The ability to demonstrate dexterity and the ability to work in a methodical and systematic manner
- Ability to work in a busy production facility with tight deadlines whilst maintaining high standards in all aspects of work.
- Ability to work under instruction quickly and accurately
- Ensuring equipment is well maintained, stored safely and securely when not in use e.g., flexible scopes
- Assist with training new members of staff.
- Reporting any defects in the working environment to the appropriate place as soon as possible eg., lights not working, equipment faults.
- Checking and troubleshooting of problems with flexible scopes and automated endoscope reprocesser, AER (washer disinfector).
- Connecting Endoscope to AER and checking working correctly, general maintenance of AER
- Ensuring flexible scopes are cleaned and maintained to BSG Guidelines e.g. COSH regulations. This will be achieved through training and competency training.
- Ability to demonstrate a customer focused approach and respond to the demands from the customer and service users to meet their critical requirements.
- Participate in on call rota for theatre scopes decontamination
- To prioritise work to help ensure equipment is available and ready to use within customer/user deadlines
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Working within strict procedural guidelines
Desirable
- Previous experience in decontamination
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Attention to details and accuracy. Ability to work in a methodical and systematic manner Ability to work flexibly and able to prioritise work effectively Good communication and listening skills. Able to us IT equipment and systems Able to work as a team member Willingness to learn
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Excellent hand/eye co-ordination skills. Willingness and ability to learn new skills Enthusiastic Empathetic
Knowledge and Awareness
Essential
- Understands confidentiality requirements Awareness of own limitations.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Working within strict procedural guidelines
Desirable
- Previous experience in decontamination
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Attention to details and accuracy. Ability to work in a methodical and systematic manner Ability to work flexibly and able to prioritise work effectively Good communication and listening skills. Able to us IT equipment and systems Able to work as a team member Willingness to learn
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Excellent hand/eye co-ordination skills. Willingness and ability to learn new skills Enthusiastic Empathetic
Knowledge and Awareness
Essential
- Understands confidentiality requirements Awareness of own limitations.
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).
