Job summary
Under supervision to assist team members to undertake decontamination duties in all areas of the re-processing of Medical Devices by the receipt, wash assembly, pack, sterilisation, delivery and tracking and tracing process in accordance with policies & procedures, to both internal and external customers, providing a safe product for use in direct patient care.
The complexity of the work is such that all staff are expected to apply themselves fully to the task in hand, so that mistakes are minimised, patient safety is not compromised and customer requirements are met in the agreed turnaround times.
The job role involves working on a four week rotating rota:0800-1600
1000-1800
1500-2300
1600-2400
Working one weekend in four with days off in lieu and one day per week granted for study.
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Main duties of the job
As this role is an Apprenticeship there is an expectation that the successful candidate will undertake extensive training as an Apprentice Technician to the accepted standards.
This role offers you the chance to develop skills, knowledge and experience in this area of expertise and you will be expected to attend all college study days (or undertake distance learning) with the agreed training provider organisation. This will also include regular meetings and reviews with your Training Officer.
As a responsible employer and as required by Apprenticeship rules we will ensure that you have 20% 'off the job' training as specified in all Apprenticeship qualifications.
Upon completion of the full Apprenticeship and having met the expected standards of all employees within Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust there is the expectation that you will be offered a fully banded (Band 2) permanent role as a HSDU Technician within the HSDU Department.
About us
The HSDU is responsible for providing a decontamination service within Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust and other specialist users outside the organization as in accordance with the UKCA Medical Device Directive
To work as part of a team in the decontamination unit
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Job description
Job responsibilities
Good standard of education
IT Skills
Working in accordance to standard operatingprocedures
Possess good interpersonal andcommunication skills
Ability to handle used equipment that has come into contact with bloods & body fluids
To comply with and promote all Trust/Departmental policies and procedures pertaining to this postand to promote the highest standards of work
Full Vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification. Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Good standard of education
IT Skills
Working in accordance to standard operatingprocedures
Possess good interpersonal andcommunication skills
Ability to handle used equipment that has come into contact with bloods & body fluids
To comply with and promote all Trust/Departmental policies and procedures pertaining to this postand to promote the highest standards of work
Full Vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification. Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification.
Person Specification
Good Level of Education, Relevant Experience
Essential
- GCSE Maths C and above or equivalent
- GCSE English C and above or equivalent
- IT Skills
- Organizational skills, evidence of time management
- Evidence of Team Work
- Able to stand and concentrate for long periods, physically capable
- Ability to handle used equipment that has been in contact with bodily fluids
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
Desirable
- Experience working in a healthcare setting
- Experience working in a sterile services department
Person Specification
Good Level of Education, Relevant Experience
Essential
- GCSE Maths C and above or equivalent
- GCSE English C and above or equivalent
- IT Skills
- Organizational skills, evidence of time management
- Evidence of Team Work
- Able to stand and concentrate for long periods, physically capable
- Ability to handle used equipment that has been in contact with bodily fluids
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
Desirable
- Experience working in a healthcare setting
- Experience working in a sterile services department
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).
