Job summary
We are commissioned by Lancashire and South Cumbria, Integrated Care Board to provide NHS urgent and emergency dental care 365 days, at multiple sites across Lancashire. We believe in making a difference, and pride ourselves on delivering high quality patient care. We currently have services operating in Blackpool, Morecambe, Blackburn and Burnley. We only operate out of hours, evenings, weekends & bank holidays 365 days per year.
A rare opportunity has arisen for a detail-oriented person seeking a crucial role in ensuring the proper decontamination and sterilization of dental instruments and equipment in our Emergency Dental service.
Whilst previous experience of working within a decontamination service would be an advantage, having the right person to join our team is more important and therefore all necessary training will be provided.
Overview of the role:
- £11.44 Weekend enhancements & Bank Holiday enhancements
- Hours/shift patterns: Weekend shifts only - Saturday & Sunday & Bank Holidays 2pm to 6pm. We warmly welcome set shift patterns and bank staff.
Main duties of the job
Decontamination is the process where reusable items/instruments are rendered safe for further use on patients and safe for staff to handle. Decontamination processing is required to minimise the risk of transmission of infection between patients and between patients and staff. Decontamination of instruments is a complex process that involves several stages, including cleaning, disinfection, inspection, and sterilization.
To provide our service users with a high quality, safe and clean environment at all times.
Ensuring the clinic has fully decontaminated instruments available at all times, And that all compliance regulations and expectations are carried out to a high standard.
About us
The ethos of FCMS as a social enterprise, health and
wellbeing services provider is to be passionate in its drive to ensure that
patients and callers remain the central focus of all that it does. Coupled with
excellent and well-established clinical governance systems and extremely
effective operational expertise, it has meant that the company has the ability
to strategically visualise, develop, and implement award winning services.
Over many years we have invested in our staff so that we have
a core team of highly trained individuals who can manage the needs of our
patients and callers. Our staff are able to significantly improve the service
delivery and user experience due to their considerable experience and
commitment to what they do.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Instrument Decontamination & Sterilization
- To undertake the full cycle of instrument decontamination in line with regulations & HTM01-05.
- Capable of assembly and inspection for function ability, fitness for use and cleanliness.
- Monitor and document sterilization cycles to ensure effectiveness and compliance with regulatory standards
Infection Control and Compliance
- Having good Knowledge and understanding of Infection control and HTM01-05 regulation and the importance of this.
- Adhere to strict infection control protocols and guidelines, including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Maintain a clean and hygienic decontamination area, including regular cleaning and disinfection
To ensure that all necessary documentation is completed and recorded accurately.
Training & Education
Promote a culture of safety and infection control awareness within the practice.
Stay informed about advancements in decontamination and infection control practices.
Provide training and education to dental staff on proper decontamination techniques and infection control protocols
The organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staffto share this commitment. You will be expected to fulfil your mandatory safeguarding training at the level applicable to this role.
Disability Confident Employer - As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exemption 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. This will require three forms of valid ID to be produced and verified. The onboarding process is also subject to an Occupational Health check, suitable professional references and eligibility to work in the UK (with the requirement to provide relevant documentation as evidence).
Job description
Job responsibilities
Instrument Decontamination & Sterilization
- To undertake the full cycle of instrument decontamination in line with regulations & HTM01-05.
- Capable of assembly and inspection for function ability, fitness for use and cleanliness.
- Monitor and document sterilization cycles to ensure effectiveness and compliance with regulatory standards
Infection Control and Compliance
- Having good Knowledge and understanding of Infection control and HTM01-05 regulation and the importance of this.
- Adhere to strict infection control protocols and guidelines, including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Maintain a clean and hygienic decontamination area, including regular cleaning and disinfection
To ensure that all necessary documentation is completed and recorded accurately.
Training & Education
Promote a culture of safety and infection control awareness within the practice.
Stay informed about advancements in decontamination and infection control practices.
Provide training and education to dental staff on proper decontamination techniques and infection control protocols
The organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staffto share this commitment. You will be expected to fulfil your mandatory safeguarding training at the level applicable to this role.
Disability Confident Employer - As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exemption 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. This will require three forms of valid ID to be produced and verified. The onboarding process is also subject to an Occupational Health check, suitable professional references and eligibility to work in the UK (with the requirement to provide relevant documentation as evidence).
Person Specification
Qualifications
Desirable
- NVQ l3 decontamination or equivalent
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Act on own initiative
- An eye for detail
- Work to a high standard
Desirable
- Understanding of regulatory guidelines and standards related to instrument sterilization. (HTM01-05/CQC)
- Familiarity with dental instruments and equipment is a plus
- In-depth knowledge of infection control principles, decontamination procedures, and sterilization techniques.
Experience
Essential
- Effectively work as part of the team, being considerate and caring of your team members.
- Good communication skills
Desirable
- Experience in a similar role, preferably dentistry.
Vaccinations
Essential
- Hepatitis B Vaccination (we can provide this)
- BCG (for Tuberculosis) Vaccination (we can provide this)
Person Specification
Qualifications
Desirable
- NVQ l3 decontamination or equivalent
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Act on own initiative
- An eye for detail
- Work to a high standard
Desirable
- Understanding of regulatory guidelines and standards related to instrument sterilization. (HTM01-05/CQC)
- Familiarity with dental instruments and equipment is a plus
- In-depth knowledge of infection control principles, decontamination procedures, and sterilization techniques.
Experience
Essential
- Effectively work as part of the team, being considerate and caring of your team members.
- Good communication skills
Desirable
- Experience in a similar role, preferably dentistry.
Vaccinations
Essential
- Hepatitis B Vaccination (we can provide this)
- BCG (for Tuberculosis) Vaccination (we can provide this)
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.
