CSPD Technician

NHS National Services Scotland; Clydebank; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A public health service organization in Clydebank is looking for a motivated trained decontamination technician to be part of their dedicated team. This role involves handling surgical instruments throughout the decontamination process. Applicants need prior experience in Sterile Services, a sound knowledge base of instrumentation, and effective communication skills. Flexibility is essential, with shift rotations and weekend work as required. The organization promotes an inclusive culture and actively encourages applications from diverse communities.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate a sound knowledge of the decontamination process.
• Comply with ISO 13485:2016 Medical Devices requirements.
• Show good interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Handle surgical instruments during the decontamination process.
• Support Production Supervisors and Manager in service delivery.
• Coordinate user requests efficiently.

Skills

Previous experience in Sterile Services

Knowledge of instrumentation

Good communication

Time management

Job description

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic trained decontamination technician to join our existing dedicated team. This position is an integral part of the medical device decontamination service and is key to the successful delivery of patient care within the hospital.

As a member of the team your core responsibilities includes the handling of surgical instruments throughout the decontamination process, from receipt, disinfecting, inspection, packing, sterilisation and despatch to the user departments. The post holder also requires to demonstrate support for the Production Supervisors and Production Manager in the day to day delivery of the decontamination service by contributing to an efficient delivery of service through timely coordination of user requests. Dealing competently with requests or issues as they arise.

All aspects of work must be carried out in full compliance with the requirements of IS0 13485:2016 Medical Devices.

Flexibility in this role is essential as shift rotation and weekend working will be required in order to meet future planned service expansions.

Applicants must:

• Have previous experience in Sterile Services
• Have achieved the required level of competence in their current post
• Be able to confidently demonstrate a sound knowledge base of instrumentation as well as the decontamination process
• Understand and continually demonstrate compliance with the requirements of ISO13485:2016 Medical Devices
• Be a good communicator demonstrating good interpersonal skills
• Demonstrate good time management skills

NHS Golden Jubilee is open to considering flexible working options for this role.

This vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications is received so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

As a disability confident leader we are committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are inclusive and accessible to all. If you have a disability or long-term health condition covered by the Equality Act 2010 and need support for any stage of the recruitment process please refer to the job pack for more information.

NHS Golden Jubilee encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Job Pack.

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