East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust
HSDU Technician
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About the Role
An interesting and exciting opportunity has arisen for people with a genuine interest in healthcare and patient safety to become part of the team within the Hospital Sterilisation and Decontamination Unit (HSDU). We provide operating theatres, wards and departments with surgical instruments and medical devices required for sterile procedures. This job role supports the clinical and surgical teams in the provision of excellent, high quality and safe patient care.
Hours of Posts
- 37.5 hours per week - part time will be considered
Working Pattern
- Post 1: Day shift Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday 8am-4pm.
- Post 2: Day shift Monday to Friday 10am-6pm.
- Post 3: Tuesday to Saturday, hours to be discussed.
The role will also require some flexibility with cross-site working between the Trust’s two acute hospitals; Eastbourne District General Hospital and Conquest Hospital, therefore the ability to travel between sites independently is required.
About You
We are looking for applicants who are able to demonstrate:
- Good manual dexterity
- High levels of attention to detail
- Good written and verbal skills
- The ability to interact with staff at all levels on a day-to-day basis
You must be enthusiastic, have a good general education and have the ability to follow instructions and processes. Experience of working in Sterile Services would be advantageous, but is not essential as full training will be given. The successful individual will become proficient, through training, in providing quality sterilised goods to both Internal and External Customers. Applicants must have an adaptable, flexible approach to work and be able to demonstrate they can work very well within a team, as well as on their own.
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About Us
We deliver most of our acute services from Conquest Hospital in Hastings and Eastbourne District General Hospital. Both hospitals have an Emergency Department and provide care 24 hours a day. Our hospitals offer a comprehensive range of surgical, medical and maternity services supported by a full range of diagnostic and therapy services. Our community services are provided throughout East Sussex by our community teams, who provide care in the patient’s own home and from a number of clinics and GP surgeries.
Benefits
A wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including:
- Staff development
- Enrolment in the NHS pension scheme
- Auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service
- Access to onsite nurseries, staff restaurants and accommodation
In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme. Onsite parking is available from only £50 a year.
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Contact Us
For further details / informal visits contact:
- Name: Emma Milton-Shields
- Job title: Administrative Assistant
- Email address: e.miltonshields@nhs.net
- Telephone number: 0300 131 5590
You are welcome to contact us to arrange a visit to the department to further understand this essential role.
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