Practice Plus Group
BANK Sterile Services Technician
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You will be a vital member of the team, working to support our Central Sterile Services Department Manager, in the provision of a safe and effective decontamination and sterile supplies service to all departments within the hospital. Joining our Bank means you get to pick up shifts as and when they're convenient for you. Shifts start at either 7.30am or 10am.
You will ensure that every medical device is prepared fit for the purpose prior to patient use and undertaking tasks involved with the decontamination process i.e. cleaning, checking, packing, assembling, sterilising and distribution of medical devices.
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What You'll Be Doing
As a Sterile Services Technician you will support the Manager of TSSU Department in the provision of a safe and effective decontamination and sterile supplies service to all departments within the hospital.
Duties include but are not limited to:
- Participate in all duties in accordance with departmental work schedules i.e. cleaning, checking, assembling, packing, sterilisation and distribution.
- To report all defects identified in theatre trays and instruments to the TSSU manager.
- To ensure that all relevant daily validation testing is undertaken and recorded on the appropriate documentation in compliance with local policies and procedures, or delegate this to an appropriately trained member of the team.
- To be responsible for identifying and checking all returned instruments and equipment as specified on the tray specification sheet.
- To undertake quality checks for cleanliness and completeness of equipment before distribution.
- Prepare and record appropriate documentation e.g. labelling and recording for traceability.
- To ensure that PPE is always used as appropriate in line with policy.
- To ensure that universal precautions are maintained and processes follow infection control guidance.
- To maintain security of the decontamination equipment and chemicals in accordance with department policy.
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What We'll Look For In You
- Experience working as a Sterile service technician or in a TSSU department.
- Comfortable working within a team environment.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- You have your Hepatitis B and TB vaccination or willing to get them. This is a requirement for the role.
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What You Can Expect In Return
- Being part of a friendly and supportive team.
- Support with career opportunities if desired.
- The flexibility to pick up shifts that fit around your other commitments.
To apply for the role click on the link below. If you have any questions contact rebecca.stevens@practiceplusgroup.com in our friendly resourcing team, or call 07753313395.
We will contact all shortlisted candidates but please note Practice Plus Group retain the right to remove the advert prior to the closing date if a suitable candidate is appointed. Our employment offers are subject to receipt of satisfactory pre-employment checks. At Practice Plus Group, we actively promote diversity and equal opportunities. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
We are one of the UK largest independent sector healthcare providers and work in close partnership with the NHS to deliver more than 50 services throughout the UK. We provide high quality specialist care and excellent results for more than 50,000 patients each year.
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