HSDU Technician

East Cheshire NHS Trust; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Macclesfield is seeking a Decontamination Services Technician to perform production-related activities in compliance with HSDU operating procedures. The successful candidate will handle the decontamination of medical devices and ensure adherence to quality standards. Candidates should have experience in decontamination processes and an understanding of quality management systems. This role is crucial for maintaining high-quality care to patients.

Qualifications

• Experience in decontamination processes.
• Understanding of quality management systems.

Responsibilities

• Receive and inspect used medical devices.
• Decontaminate and disinfect soiled medical devices.
• Carry out daily routine checks on processing equipment.
• Pack, label and prepare medical devices for sterilisation.

Job description

Overview

To perform all production related activities associated with the role of a Decontamination Services Technician in MDGH HSDU in compliance with all HSDU Operating Procedures.

HSDU provides a decontamination / sterilisation service to the Trust and operates a Quality Management System which is accredited as being compliant with EU Medical Device Directive 93/42/EEC, ISO13485:2016 and ISO9001:2008.

The post holder is required to support all job related activities which support this quality service and accreditation. To perform all production related activities associated with effective provision of a compliant decontamination service to the Trust as described in the HSDU Operating Procedures.

Responsibilities

• Receive and inspect used medical devices (surgical instruments and equipment) from HSDU customers i.e. wards, clinics, theatres and other departments within the Trust.
• Decontaminate and disinfect soiled medical devices in accordance with HSDU operating procedures.
• Carry out daily routine checks on HSDU processing equipment and facilities as detailed in the appropriate HSDU operating procedure.
• Pack, label and prepare for sterilisation medical devices and associated documentation following the HSDU operating procedures.

About the Organisation

We are committed to providing the best quality integrated care to our patients. To achieve this aim we need highly motivated staff who are united by common values and behaviours.

We believe our workforce is our greatest asset and we actively support our staff to develop their capabilities to the full, with a variety of learning and development opportunities.

Whether you are just starting out in your career or are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, East Cheshire NHS Trust is the right employer for you. We look forward to you joining us so that we can bring out your best.