Job summary
- Main area
- Sterile Services Supervisor
- Grade
- Band 2
- Contract
- 12 months (8 months fixed term)
- Hours
- Full time
- Part time
- Job ref
- 176-S-6279479-B
- Employer
- North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Peterborough City Hospital
- Town
- Peterborough
- Salary
- £22,383 per annum pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- Today at 23:59
Employer heading
Sterile Services Assistant - Peterborough
Band 2
Job overview
Are you passionate about ensuring the highest standards of safety and effectiveness in healthcare? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where your expertise can make a real difference? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!
We are looking for enthusiastic applicants who would like to work in the challenging and changing world of sterilisation and decontamination, within the Sterile Services Department (SSD) at Peterborough City Hospital.
SSD is responsible for the complete decontamination of surgical instrument sets and flexible endoscopes used by the Clinicians within the Trust, and external customers, making the service we provide a vital one.
Therefore, we are looking for a hard-working, confident and capable individual looking to work within a busy but friendly environment, where the staff have a real pride in what they do.
**Polite Note - Previous applicants need not apply.**
Main duties of the job
We are looking for people who are able to work equally well within a team, or independently and unsupervised. You must have a good standard of literacy and numeracy, good communication skills, well organised and able to work under pressure.
You will be a valued member of our team, and whilst previous experience of Sterile Services and decontamination practices would be desirable, full training will be given on all aspects of the department, and ISO13485:2016 quality systems.
This role involves a lot of heavy lifting / manual handling, exposure to blood and bodily fluids, and working with chemicals and machinery. There is no involvement with patients.
The department is open:
Monday – Friday 06.00 – 19.15
Saturday & Bank Holidays 7.30 -16.00
The post holder will need to demonstrate flexibility in their approach to cover shifts variations to meet the ever-changing demands of the Service Users.
Working for our organisation
We are dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our workforce and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, with a particular emphasis on encouraging those from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as candidates from our local area.
As part of our commitment to supporting our employees we offer a range of benefits including:
- Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and increasing to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, in addition to the national Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff);
- Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme:
- Flexible working opportunities.
- Enhanced hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays.
- Opportunities for career development and training to help you progress in your role.
- Wellbeing support and activities to promote a healthy work environment.
- Access to our in-house physiotherapy service.
- On-site canteens offering subsidised meals.
- Subsidised staff parking (currently free).
- Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
This role involves manual handling, exposure to blood and bodily fluids, and working with chemicals and machinery. There is no involvement with patients.
The candidate must ensure flexibility in their approach to cover shifts variations to meet the ever changing demands of the Service Users.
For full details of the job description please refer to the job description.
Person specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Good standard of Literacy
Desirable criteria
- ISO 13485 Internal Auditor Qualification
Experience
Essential criteria
- Practical experience in decontamination
- Experience in using traceability systems
- Previous Endoscope decontamination experience
Desirable criteria
- Experience of meeting customer deadlines
- Experience of training less experienced/qualified staff
Skill/Ability
Essential criteria
- Ability to review and interpret technical data
- Experienced with previous production based roles
- Familiar with manual handling roles
- Previous roles standing for long periods of time
Desirable criteria
- Organisational Skills
Aptitudes
Essential criteria
- Able to work independently
Other Requirements
Essential criteria
- Ability to follow strict guidelines in decontamination and work within a controlled environment
- Flexible approach to working hours and cover
Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Full theatre instrumentation knowledge
- Knowledge and understanding of ISO 13485 2016
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Nicola Overy
- Job title
- SSD Service Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01733 673242
- Additional information
Informal enquiries are welcomed by Nicola Overy, 01733 673242.
If you have problems applying, contact
- Address
-
North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust
Resourcing Department
Hinchingbrooke Hospital
Hinchingbrooke Park
Huntingdon
Cambs
PE29 6NT
- Telephone
- 01480 847491
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