SSD Assistant Technical Officer

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Crewe; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a Decontamination Technical Officer at Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. The role involves supporting the decontamination unit by operating equipment, managing stock, and ensuring the safety of surgical instruments. Ideal candidates will possess excellent communication skills and attention to detail while being adaptable to a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Dedicated and adaptable individual required.
• Must have a flexible approach when fully competent.

Responsibilities

• Operate decontamination equipment and manage stock control.
• Handle heavy theatre trays and reprocess medical devices.
• Work as part of a team in the Sterile Services Department.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Good customer service

Numeracy skills

Literacy skills

Good memory

Job description

An exciting opportunity has presented itself for a Decontamination Technical Officer to join our team at Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. We are looking for a dedicated and adaptable individual to support our busy decontamination unit.

1. The post holder will be required to work as a team member of the Sterile Services Department carrying out duties related to decontaminating surgical instruments.
2. We have 1x 37.5 hours per week available, working two shift patterns between 07:00-21:00 Monday to Friday and 08:00-16:00 Saturday, 08:00-12:00 Sunday (approximately 1 in 4 weekends).
3. During the training period, a dedicated training mentor will be assigned. When fully competent, the post holder must have a flexible approach.
4. Responsibilities include operating decontamination equipment, pushing and pulling trolleys, stock control, lifting heavy theatre trays, and reprocessing re-usable medical devices.
5. This role involves handling bodily fluids and requires wearing personal protective equipment (PPE).
6. Essential skills include excellent communication and interpersonal skills, attention to detail, good customer service, numeracy and literacy skills, and a good memory.

About Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust:

We provide high-quality, safe healthcare to Cheshire and beyond, managing Leighton Hospital, Victoria Infirmary, and Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre. Established as an NHS Trust in 1991 and a Foundation Trust in 2008, we employ nearly 5,000 staff and offer a range of services including emergency care, maternity, outpatient services, therapies, and children’s health.

We are part of the Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership, providing community services across South Cheshire and Vale Royal. During the COVID-19 pandemic, our 'Be Safe Be EquiPPEd' campaign was nationally recognized for promoting PPE safety. Our staff survey results show high engagement and satisfaction, reflecting our commitment to staff wellbeing and quality care.

For further details or informal visits, please contact:

Name: Bernice Dickson
Job Title: Decontamination Services Manager
Email: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]

To arrange a guided tour of our decontamination department, please contact Bernice Dickson at 01270 273890.