CSSD & Endoscopy Decontamination Operative - UPMC Kildare

UPMC Ireland; Ireland; On-site; EUR 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Maternity leave

Paternity leave

Pension plan

Death in service

Critical illness cover

Annual leave

Flexible working

Job summary

UPMC Ireland is seeking a CSSD & Endoscopy Decontamination Operative at UPMC Kildare Hospital. The role involves cleaning, disinfection, packing and autoclaving of instruments to maintain a high-quality CSSD service.

Responsibilities include decontaminating devices, inspection, packing, autoclave operation, and keeping logs in line with hospital policy and EU legislation. No formal qualifications are required, with emphasis on accuracy, teamwork, and patient safety.

Qualifications

• No formal qualifications are required for this post.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate used medical devices using mechanical methods.
• Inspect and function test medical devices; report discrepancies to CSSD Manager.
• Assemble, inspect, and pack instrument sets for sterilisation.
• Load and unload autoclaves; sterilise packs and sets of instruments.
• Maintain records and ensure hygiene audits and traceability.

Skills

Own initiative

Prioritisation

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Written & verbal communication

Job description

CSSD & Endoscopy Decontamination Operative - UPMC Kildare

Location: UPMC Kildare Hospital
Job type: Permanent

Overview of role:

UPMC are currently recruiting for a CSSD operative at UPMC Kildare Hospital. The post holder is responsible for cleaning, disinfection, packing and autoclaving of instruments using mechanical and manual methods thus ensuring that a high-quality service is maintained.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Main Duteis:

• Decontaminate used medical devices using mechanical methods.
• Inspect and function test medical devices. Report any discrepancies immediately to CSSD Manager.
• Assembly inspection and packing of instrument sets and other equipment for sterilisation.
• Loading and unloading autoclaves, sterilising packs and sets of instruments.
• Prepare and examine packs prior to their storage, for tears and dampness.
• Distribute and store all sterilised equipment and instruments in appropriate areas.
• Observation and checking of parameters and any malfunction of autoclaves, washers/disinfectors.
• Daily/Weekly testing of autoclaves, washer/disinfectors, heat sealers and ultrasonics.
• Record relevant data in appropriate logbooks with full clear signature of operative/technician.
• Maintenance of records in line with policy of Department and EU legislation.
• Archive documents according to national and European legislation.
• Stocking shelves with sterile supplies and assisting with stock control.
• Storage and handling of raw material components.
• Ensure that standard precautions are adhered to and are compliant with infection prevention control and other policies.
• Comply with Health and Safety procedures by using protective clothing - PPE (personal protective equipment).
• Ensure Health & Safety standards are met.
• Report any incident/accident that may occur to the CSSD Manager in accordance with hospital policy.
• Participate in manual and/or computerised traceability of reusable medical devices as part of a quality system.
• Adhere to National Hygiene Standards and complete Hygiene Audits monthly.
• Observe and uphold daily / weekly cleaning standards in the department. Report any inadequacies.
• Maintain a clean and tidy environment at all times.
• Facilitate effective communication with the multidisciplinary team as necessary.
• Provide a high standard of safe practice for patient care.
• Ensure that all equipment in the CSSD is checked by an appropriate user according to hospital policy.
• Demonstrate initiative and be receptive to new ideas and development.
• Use knowledge, and experience to develop ways of coping with adverse events.
• Ensure that telephone/verbal messages are correctly delivered to the CSSD Manager.
• Act as a mentor for new Technicians.
• Be responsible for their own upskilling and training.

Personnel

• Follow uniform policy reference

General

• Through the course of the working day or week there maybe a requirement to work in other areas of the hospital in line with patient requirements as requested by your line manager/deputy or nurse management.
• Staff must produce satisfactory documentary evidence of all training and experience claimed by them, if required to do so by the organisation.
• To respect the organisational values of the Hospital.

Quality & Safety - Safe Culture

• Quality and Safety are rooted in the daily work of all individuals at UPMC. As an employee you are required to actively participate throughout your working day in pursuit of excellence.
• You are required to work in conjunction with your line manager in the planning, monitoring, analysing and improvement of all quality programmes.
• Participate in the development of performance indicators in conjunction with your department manager and the business objectives.
• Initiates, participates in and evaluates audit according to JCI, Hospital policy and Lean requirements under the guidance and supported by an audit lead.

Health & Safety

• UPMC employees are required to ensure that they take reasonable care to protect their own safety, health and welfare and that of any other person who may be affected by their acts or omissions.
  Employees must co-operate with UPMC to ensure safety, health and welfare at work and report anything potentially dangerous at work of which they become aware.
  Staff are expected to abide by guidelines/policies and all Incidents and near misses.
  All employees are required to attend an education sessions on Fire Health & safety on an annual basis.

Information Governance

• In the course of your employment you may have access to, or hear information concerning the medical or personal affairs of patients and / or staff. Such records and information are strictly confidential, unless acting on the instructions of an authorised officer, on no account must information concerning staff or patients be divulged or discussed except in the performance of normal duty. In addition records must never be left in such a manner that unauthorised persons can obtain access to them and must be kept in safe custody when no longer required.

Qualifications & Experience:

No formal qualifications are required for this post.

Experience

• Have the ability to work on own initiative, prioritise and manage a number of issues simultaneously and demonstrate attention to detail.
• Have excellent interpersonal skills and proven written and verbal communication abilities.
• Have the ability to undertake the physical demands of the role in order to meet the demands of the service.
• Patient safety must be at the forefront when carrying out all processes within the CSSD.

Personal Competencies

• Be motivated and able to identify potential difficulties and develop solutions.
• The person appointed will be required to be flexible in this position.

Salary: €33,804.02 - €41,260.31 per annum based on a 39 hour work week

This job description is intended to be an outline of the areas of responsibility. As UPMC and the post holder develop, this job description may be subject to review in light of the changing needs of the business.

Equal Opportunity Statement and Benefits

UPMC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

At UPMC we provide a total rewards program that is not only market competitive, but fair and provides growth opportunities for all our colleagues.

Benefits

Fully paid maternity and paternity leave for new parents. Competitive Pension Plan, company funded Death in Service Benefit x 3 times. Critical Illness cover for all employees up to the age of 66.

Performance and Recognition

Rewards for performance that supports the goals and mission of UPMC through our annual ACES programme.

Work-Life Balance

Enhanced annual leave up to a maximum of 27 days. Flexible working opportunities to support you to work around external family commitments.

Development and Career Opportunities

Opportunities for each employee to reach their career goals through continued learning and/or advancement.

About UPMC

UPMC is a renowned multinational academic medical centre committed to delivering people-focused care that's close to home. Headquartered in Pittsburgh and affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences, UPMC shapes the future of health through clinical and technological innovation, research and education. UPMC expands its expertise globally, bringing world-class care across continents through its UPMC International division - an owned and operated network of hospitals and ambulatory care centres in Italy, Ireland and Croatia. UPMC International brings new access to the signature specialty services of UPMC Hillman Cancer Centre, UPMC Sports Medicine and others to more people in more places around the world.
In Ireland UPMC has provided high-quality healthcare in the South East since 2006. UPMC's operations in Ireland now include UPMC Whitfield Hospital in Waterford, UPMC Sports Surgery Clinic in Dublin, UPMC Kildare Hospital in Clane, and UPMC Aut Even Hospital in Kilkenny. Outpatient care is available at the UPMC Carlow Outreach Centre, UPMC Hillman Cancer Centre radiotherapy locations in Waterford and Cork, UPMC The 4th Practice in Mallow, and across UPMC Sports Medicine Clinics in Dublin, Waterford, Limerick, Tipperary, Cork, and Mayo. UPMC has also established a nationwide Concussion Network. UPMC's Global Technology Operation Centre is based in Kilkenny.