Decontamination Technician

Ramsay Health Care UK Operations Limited

The closing date is 11 May 2024

Job summary

We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic and energetic individual to work in the Theatre Sterile Surgical Unit as a decontamination technician. Previous experience preferred but not essential. A willingness to learn is a must as technicians must work towards the appropriate qualification if they do not already hold one.

Main duties of the job

The Hospital covers a wide variety of surgical procedures. You will support in supporting the sterile services process instruments and provide delivery to our key customers across a complex and changing caseload assisting in the delivery of care to meet the patient's needs. You will actively promote best practice and contribute towards quality improvements. You will ensure patients they have a positive experience by providing excellent customer service.

About us

Ramsay Health Care was established in 1964 and has grown to become a global hospital group operating over 100 hospitals and day surgery facilities across Australia, the United Kingdom, Indonesia and France. Ramsay Health Care is well-respected in the health care industry for operating quality private hospitals and for its excellent record in hospital management and patient care. These features help to attract leading health care practitioners to work in our facilities. Ramsay Health Care UK is one of the leading providers of independent hospital services in England, with a network of 33 acute hospitals. These provide a wide and comprehensive range of specialised and efficient clinical specialties from orthopaedics and general surgery, to cardiac surgery and Eye Surgery. Recognised by all major medical insurers, Ramsay offers fast, convenient, effective and high quality treatment for all patients, whether medically insured, self-pay, or from the increasing number referred by the NHS. Ramsay Health Care has launched a unique service for private patients, Premium Care. This is available to all patients using private medical insurance or funding their own treatment and aims to set the standard for private healthcare. It offers the highest standards of clinical care combined with superior hotel services and the flexibility of a personal service tailored to your needs.

Date posted

10 April 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

JR6657

Job locations

Bodenham, Salisbury SP5 4EW

Salisbury

SP5 4EW


Job description

Job responsibilities

Decontamination Technician | New Hall Hospital | Full Time 37.5 Hours Per Week We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic and energetic individual to work in the Theatre Sterile Surgical Unit as a decontamination technician. Previous experience preferred but not essential. A willingness to learn is a must as technicians must work towards the appropriate qualification if they do not already hold one. The role The Hospital covers a wide variety of surgical procedures. You will support in supporting the sterile services process instruments and provide delivery to our key customers across a complex and changing caseload assisting in the delivery of care to meet the patient's needs. You will actively promote best practice and contribute towards quality improvements. You will ensure patients they have a positive experience by providing excellent customer service. This role will form part of a multi-disciplinary team including consultants. Part of your duties will include maintaining effective channels of communication, The hospital has a fast turnover and thus, flexibility and versatility is essential on a daily basis. Key responsibilities include:

  • Performing the full decontamination cycle on re-usable medical devices (surgical instruments) to the highest of standards, in line within all Ramsay policies and procedures
  • Participate fully in quality control processes ensuring procedures and documentation is completed accurately at all times
  • In return we offer:
  • 25 Days Leave + Bank Holidays
  • Buy & Sell Flexi Leave Options
  • Private Pension where Ramsay will match up to 5% after a qualifying period
  • Flexible shift patterns available where possible
  • Enhanced Competitive Parental Leave Policies (launched 2023)
  • Private Healthcare for you and dependents includes online GP
  • Life Assurance (Death in Service)
  • Free Training and Development via the Academy
  • Over 8,000 discounts and special offers via benefits portal
  • Book discounted cinema tickets on the dedicated cinema portal
  • The Blue Light Card Scheme
  • About Us New Hall Hospital in Salisbury is a beautiful Grade II Listed Building with new modern Theatres, Day Surgery, Outpatients, Radiology, Physiotherapy and Inpatient Wards. New Hall Hospital is now the second busiest spinal hospital in the UK. Ramsay Health Care UK is part of a global hospital operating group and is now the 4th largest provider of private health care in the world. If you are excited about pushing your ability to the next level, whilst at the same time becoming part of a friendly team renowned for excellence and exceptional patient satisfaction then New Hall Hospital is for you. All offers of employment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure Certificate from the Disclosure and Barring Service. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all.

    Job description

    Job responsibilities

    Decontamination Technician | New Hall Hospital | Full Time 37.5 Hours Per Week We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic and energetic individual to work in the Theatre Sterile Surgical Unit as a decontamination technician. Previous experience preferred but not essential. A willingness to learn is a must as technicians must work towards the appropriate qualification if they do not already hold one. The role The Hospital covers a wide variety of surgical procedures. You will support in supporting the sterile services process instruments and provide delivery to our key customers across a complex and changing caseload assisting in the delivery of care to meet the patient's needs. You will actively promote best practice and contribute towards quality improvements. You will ensure patients they have a positive experience by providing excellent customer service. This role will form part of a multi-disciplinary team including consultants. Part of your duties will include maintaining effective channels of communication, The hospital has a fast turnover and thus, flexibility and versatility is essential on a daily basis. Key responsibilities include:

  • Performing the full decontamination cycle on re-usable medical devices (surgical instruments) to the highest of standards, in line within all Ramsay policies and procedures
  • Participate fully in quality control processes ensuring procedures and documentation is completed accurately at all times
  • In return we offer:
  • 25 Days Leave + Bank Holidays
  • Buy & Sell Flexi Leave Options
  • Private Pension where Ramsay will match up to 5% after a qualifying period
  • Flexible shift patterns available where possible
  • Enhanced Competitive Parental Leave Policies (launched 2023)
  • Private Healthcare for you and dependents includes online GP
  • Life Assurance (Death in Service)
  • Free Training and Development via the Academy
  • Over 8,000 discounts and special offers via benefits portal
  • Book discounted cinema tickets on the dedicated cinema portal
  • The Blue Light Card Scheme
  • About Us New Hall Hospital in Salisbury is a beautiful Grade II Listed Building with new modern Theatres, Day Surgery, Outpatients, Radiology, Physiotherapy and Inpatient Wards. New Hall Hospital is now the second busiest spinal hospital in the UK. Ramsay Health Care UK is part of a global hospital operating group and is now the 4th largest provider of private health care in the world. If you are excited about pushing your ability to the next level, whilst at the same time becoming part of a friendly team renowned for excellence and exceptional patient satisfaction then New Hall Hospital is for you. All offers of employment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure Certificate from the Disclosure and Barring Service. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all.

    Person Specification

    Qualifications

    Essential

    Desirable

    Experience

    Essential

    Desirable

    • We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic and energetic individual to work in the Theatre Sterile Surgical Unit as a decontamination technician. Previous experience preferred but not essential. A willingness to learn is a must as technicians must work towards the appropriate qualification if they do not already hold one.
    Person Specification

    Qualifications

    Essential

    Desirable

    Experience

    Essential

    Desirable

    • We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic and energetic individual to work in the Theatre Sterile Surgical Unit as a decontamination technician. Previous experience preferred but not essential. A willingness to learn is a must as technicians must work towards the appropriate qualification if they do not already hold one.

    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

    Ramsay Health Care UK Operations Limited

    Address

    Bodenham, Salisbury SP5 4EW

    Salisbury

    SP5 4EW


    Employer's website

    https://www.ramsayhealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

    Employer details

    Employer name

    Ramsay Health Care UK Operations Limited

    Address

    Bodenham, Salisbury SP5 4EW

    Salisbury

    SP5 4EW


    Employer's website

    https://www.ramsayhealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

    For questions about the job, contact:

    Talent Acquisition Specialist

    Christopher Mallon

    chris.mallon@ramsayhealth.co.uk

    07570381191

    Date posted

    10 April 2024

    Pay scheme

    Other

    Salary

    Depending on experience

    Contract

    Permanent

    Working pattern

    Full-time

    Reference number

    JR6657

    Job locations

    Bodenham, Salisbury SP5 4EW

    Salisbury

    SP5 4EW


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