Sterile Services Trainee Technician

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Rotherham is seeking enthusiastic individuals for a decontamination role. Responsibilities include decontaminating and inspecting surgical instruments as well as delivering vital goods to numerous departments. The candidate should possess a GCSE in English and Maths, with a commitment to achieving a Level 2 Healthcare Science qualification. Teamwork and prior experience in sterile services are desirable. This position offers a friendly working environment with shift patterns including weekends.

Qualifications

• Ability to work as part of a team in a busy environment.
• Committed to completing the Healthcare Science Assistant Level 2 qualification within 3 years.
• Previous experience in Sterile Services or similar roles is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate and inspect surgical instruments and equipment.
• Handle heavy goods as part of the decontamination process.
• Deliver goods to wards, theatres, and other departments.

Skills

Teamwork

Manual handling

Basic knowledge of Infection Control procedures

Education

GCSE Grade C or 4 or above in English & Maths

Job description

We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to join ourteam, working in a busy friendly environment. You must have a pleasant mannerand be able to work as part of a team to assist in the delivery of a high qualitydecontamination service whilst maintaining the departments quality standardsISO 13485:2016 (UK MDR 2002).30:00 Hour Posts 14:00 20:00 (Mon-Fri) Weekend & Bank Holiday Shifts onRota

Main duties of the job

Yourvaried duties will include the decontamination, inspection, function testing ofsurgical instruments/equipment used within operating theatres and otherdepartments.You will be responsible for the despatching of goods to the wards, theatres andother departments.You will be trained in all aspects of Decontamination Practices includingSterile Services, Endoscopy Decontamination & Specialist MattressDecontamination.This job role involves manual handling of heavy goods.The successful candidate should be working towards Healthcare Science AssistantLevel 2 qualification for completion within 3 years of commencing post.

About us

The RotherhamNHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving ourlocal population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act theright way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities ofRotherham

As a Trust weare on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart ofeverything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are thesecond most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as aplace to work?, and were one of the most improved for staff engagementoverall

But don't justtake our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations forour Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people andrecognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives ofpatients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making

All of our colleagues are key to our journey, and we are continuing to improveour services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together.If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join uson our journey to excellence

Certificates of Sponsorship

For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility. Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) band 2 and band 3 roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description and person specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• GCSE Grade C or 4 or above in English & Maths

Experience

• Working within a team
• Previous experience in Sterile Services
• Experience working within the NHS or healthcare setting

Knowledge

• Basic knowledge of Infection Control procedures
• Prior NVQ Training

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.