Spire Healthcare Ltd

Sterile Services Technician

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Job summary

Spire Thames Valley are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated SSD Technician. You will work within safe COVID pathways and benefit from our fully funded training programs and excellent IPC support, The current Theatre Manager Patsy said the below when asked what she enjoyed the most about working at Thames Valley.

Main duties of the job

* Checking correct instruments are on trays pre and post decontamination * Decontamination of checking for functionality * Pack linen/instruments/consumables for sterilisation * Complete accurately tracking systems * Monitor repairs of instruments * Records sterilisation and packing information related to designated tasks accurately and passes it on to the relevant person in the theatre team on time. * Agrees with the perioperative team the TSSU data and information that is to be collected and collated.

About us

Welcome to Spire Healthcare Careers - Here at Spire Healthcare, caring is our passion. We have been putting patients at the heart of everything we do for over 25 years. Everything we do works towards one vision; to provide the best care possible. We're committed to looking after people, both patients and staff. Join us, and you'll receive a warm welcome. Who are we? - A profitable, successful business led by an experienced and stable senior management team, we provide the highest quality of care through the latest medical technology, new facilities, and a focus on inspiring leadership and employee development.

Details

Date posted

02 May 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£20,000 to £25,000 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

9649

Job locations

Wexham St

Slough

SL3 6NH


Job description

Job responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities: * Checking correct instruments are on trays pre and post decontamination * Decontamination of checking for functionality * Pack linen/instruments/consumables for sterilisation * Complete accurately tracking systems * Monitor repairs of instruments * Records sterilisation and packing information related to designated tasks accurately and passes it on to the relevant person in the theatre team on time. * Agrees with the perioperative team the TSSU data and information that is to be collected and collated. Who we're looking for: * Desire to work in TSSU * Comfortable with manual lifting * Experience working on a computer * An understanding of infection control (Desirable) * Prior healthcare experience (Desirable) Benefits We offer employees a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to: - 33 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays - Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options - 'Spire for you' reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers - Free Bupa wellness screening - Private medical insurance - Life assurance - Knowledge, support and guidance through your recruitment journey from Spire's specialist Resourcing Team Please see the attached benefits leaflet for more information. We commit to our employees well-being through work life balance, on-going development, support and reward. Spire Healthcare is a leading independent hospital group in the United Kingdom and the largest in terms of revenue. From 39 hospitals and 8 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland, Spire Healthcare provides diagnostics, inpatient, day case and outpatient care. For further information about this role or for an informal conversation about the range of career options available with Spire please contact Penny Lawless on 07715 055760 or For us, it's more than just treating patients; it's about looking after people. Closing date: In order to streamline our recruitment process, we reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications

Job description

Job responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities: * Checking correct instruments are on trays pre and post decontamination * Decontamination of checking for functionality * Pack linen/instruments/consumables for sterilisation * Complete accurately tracking systems * Monitor repairs of instruments * Records sterilisation and packing information related to designated tasks accurately and passes it on to the relevant person in the theatre team on time. * Agrees with the perioperative team the TSSU data and information that is to be collected and collated. Who we're looking for: * Desire to work in TSSU * Comfortable with manual lifting * Experience working on a computer * An understanding of infection control (Desirable) * Prior healthcare experience (Desirable) Benefits We offer employees a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to: - 33 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays - Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options - 'Spire for you' reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers - Free Bupa wellness screening - Private medical insurance - Life assurance - Knowledge, support and guidance through your recruitment journey from Spire's specialist Resourcing Team Please see the attached benefits leaflet for more information. We commit to our employees well-being through work life balance, on-going development, support and reward. Spire Healthcare is a leading independent hospital group in the United Kingdom and the largest in terms of revenue. From 39 hospitals and 8 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland, Spire Healthcare provides diagnostics, inpatient, day case and outpatient care. For further information about this role or for an informal conversation about the range of career options available with Spire please contact Penny Lawless on 07715 055760 or For us, it's more than just treating patients; it's about looking after people. Closing date: In order to streamline our recruitment process, we reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications

Person Specification

Qualifications

Desirable

  • Desire to work in TSSU
  • * Comfortable with manual lifting
  • * Experience working on a computer
  • * An understanding of infection control (Desirable)
  • * Prior healthcare experience (Desirable)

Experience

Desirable

  • Desire to work in TSSU
  • * Comfortable with manual lifting
  • * Experience working on a computer
  • * An understanding of infection control (Desirable)
  • * Prior healthcare experience (Desirable)
Person Specification

Qualifications

Desirable

  • Desire to work in TSSU
  • * Comfortable with manual lifting
  • * Experience working on a computer
  • * An understanding of infection control (Desirable)
  • * Prior healthcare experience (Desirable)

Experience

Desirable

  • Desire to work in TSSU
  • * Comfortable with manual lifting
  • * Experience working on a computer
  • * An understanding of infection control (Desirable)
  • * Prior healthcare experience (Desirable)

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Spire Healthcare Ltd

Address

Wexham St

Slough

SL3 6NH


Employer's website

https://www.spirehealthcare.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Spire Healthcare Ltd

Address

Wexham St

Slough

SL3 6NH


Employer's website

https://www.spirehealthcare.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Resourcing Manager

Penny Lawless

Penny.LAWLESS@spirehealthcare.com

+447715055760

Details

Date posted

02 May 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£20,000 to £25,000 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

9649

Job locations

Wexham St

Slough

SL3 6NH


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