Bank Decontamination Technician

Job description

Job responsibilities

Bank Decontamination Technician

The role

We are looking for enthusiastic, motivated individual who have already worked within the field of decontamination of re-usable medical devices or who have completed a recognised decontamination course (NVQ/TVQ/Technical Certificate). You will be responsible for the full decontamination cycle on re-usable medical devices (surgical instruments) to the highest of standards, in line within all Ramsay policies and procedures, participating fully in quality control processes ensuring procedures and documentation is completed accurately at all times.

• To undertake decontamination duties and assist in providing a specialised decontamination of medical devices service contributing to the clinical care of the patient.

• To carry out the receipt, disassembly, cleaning, reassembly, packing and sterilization of reusable medical devices. Record all tasks in the Healthcare Science Information Systems (tracking and tracing) database.

• To carry out the receipt, disassembly, cleaning, reassembly, packing and sterilization of reusable medical devices. Record all tasks in the Information Systems (tracking and tracing) database.

• Work in accordance with the Departments Standard Operating Procedures and Quality Management Systems.

• To provide supervision to Apprentice/Trainee Decontamination Technicians within the team.

• Plan your own workload with limited supervision.

• To plan and co-ordinate the activity of a shift as required in the absence of the Decontamination Technician Supervisor

Where you will be based

Ashtead Hospital is part of the Ramsay Health Care Group and is a highly respected private hospital with a reputation for providing exceptional service to our patients.Ashtead Hospital is a fantastic place to work; our teams are enthusiastic, experienced and motivated in providing exceptional patient care.

What you will bring with you

• An experience as a Decontamination Technician within a health care setting

• Sound written and verbal communication skills

• Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently as required

• Good computer skills (MS Office package)

• Flexibility and adaptability

• Demonstrated customer service skills

• Flexibility to work shifts

What is a Bank contract:

A Bank contract at Ramsay Health Care UK is a flexible employment agreement where you are not committed to a set number of hours per week. Instead, you work on an ad-hoc basis, filling in shifts that we have available in our hospitals. A Bank contract is ideal for individuals seeking flexibility, as it allows you to choose shifts that fit your availability, leaving you with a greater work-life balance. Bank contracts are also a fantastic way to secure additional income alongside other contracted work. Our Bank staff play a crucial role in maintaining service levels during peak times or staff shortages, ensuring that patient care remains uninterrupted.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rates plus enhancements
• Free DBS
• Contributory pension scheme
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Free parking and subsidised staff restaurant (subject to site facilities)
• Free uniform
• Access to Blue Light Card

About us

Ramsay Health Care UK is a well-established global hospital group with over 50 years experience. We are a global provider operating in 11 countries with 77,000 staff who treat 8 million patients each year. It is well respected within the healthcare industry and is one of the leading providers of independent hospital services in England. We are well known for our strong, long-standing relationship with the NHS.

We love people with a positive, can do attitude who want to make a difference in their work. "Our employees are Ramsay." The skills and commitment of our employees forms the basis for our success.

We know our people are our greatest asset, our business is growing and we would like you to join us. The Ramsay Way culture recognises that people staff and doctors are Ramsay Health Cares most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success.

We are proud of our Speak Up for Safety programme and ensure that the patient is at the heart of everything we do. Join us and have more Time to Care.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

We value your application and welcome any questions you may have prior to applying. Please be advised that we reserve the right to close our advertisements prior to the announced closing date to ensure a quality recruitment process. Ashtead Hospital is committed to quality, equality and opportunity for all.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• (NVQ/TVQ/Technical Certificate).

Experience

Essential

• An experience as a Decontamination Technician within a health care setting
• Sound written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently as required
• Good computer skills (MS Office package)
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Demonstrated customer service skills
• Flexibility to work shifts

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

Ashtead Hospital

The Warren

Ashtead

Surrey

KT21 2SB

Employer's website

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