Decontamination Services Assistant

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

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Job summary

DECONTAMINATION SERVICES ASSISTANT (BAND 2)

We are currently recruiting for a highly motivated Decontamination Services Assistant to join our small friendly team.

The successful applicant will be expected to work in the Sterile Services Department and the Endoscopy Decontamination Department and full training will be provided.

You will be expected to be to follow clear working instructions in order to meet the standards required to deliver high quality care for our patients.

You should be able to work as part of a team and be able to work under pressure in a constantly changing production environment.

Your daily duties will be on a rota basis and will include early and late shifts (between the hours of 0630 and 2200 hrs) and weekends and bank holidays (between 0900 and 1700 hrs).

Previous applicants need not apply

If you would like any further information, please contact, Lisa Rose, Decontamination Services Business Manager on 01305 253797 or Carlo Biles, Deputy Manager Decontamination Services on 01305 254907.

Main duties of the job

Decontamination Services provide a vital service to all departments within the Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Community Hospitals as well as external customers.

The Sterile Services Department undertakes the washing, cleaning, preparation and sterilisation of reusable surgical instruments and the Endoscopy Decontamination Department undertakes the washing, cleaning and processing of flexible endoscopes.

The post holder will play a pivotal role in providing sterile reusable equipment for our patients. Whilst there is no direct contact with patients being part of this small friendly team supports patient safety within the organisation.

About us

At Dorset County Hospital Foundation Trust, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.

Our Mission is to provide outstanding care for people in ways which matter to them, and our vision is Dorset County Hospital, working with our health and social care partners, will be at the heart of improving the well-being of our communities.

We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.

Date posted

16 May 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£22,383 a year Per Annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

405-24-DA244DEC

Job locations

Dorset County Hospital

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

Job description

Job responsibilities

Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.

Please contact us at Recruitment@dchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment.

For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please contact us at Recruitment@dchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Minimum 5 x GCE 'O' level grade C or above or equivalent

Experience

Essential

Significant and recent experience working in a production and/or customer services setting

Skills & Competencies

Essential

Able to demonstrate foundation IT skills.
Understanding of the function of the department
Understanding the importance of following standard Working Instructions
Good communication skills and able to demonstrate good customer service
Able to demonstrate ability to work as part of a team and follow clear instructions
Flexible working approach, being able to work within the required shift patterns of the department
Understanding the importance of confidentiality

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Minimum 5 x GCE 'O' level grade C or above or equivalent

Experience

Essential

Significant and recent experience working in a production and/or customer services setting

Skills & Competencies

Essential

Able to demonstrate foundation IT skills.
Understanding of the function of the department
Understanding the importance of following standard Working Instructions
Good communication skills and able to demonstrate good customer service
Able to demonstrate ability to work as part of a team and follow clear instructions
Flexible working approach, being able to work within the required shift patterns of the department
Understanding the importance of confidentiality

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.