A decontamination technician post in the Decontamination Services unit of the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust, which processes surgical instruments and flexible endoscopes for the Trust, other NHS sites and private hospitals. The work covers producing, issuing and distributing medical devices for clinical use, following set training and work instructions. Shifts run on four patterns, including early, late, night and weekend work, but only after a minimum three-month training period on weekday days. The role involves regular manual handling and long periods of standing.
What the job involves
- Assist in the day-to-day production of medical devices for clinical use
- Issue and distribute medical devices and stock
- Follow demonstrated training and work instructions to produce to a high standard
- Carry out manual handling, including lifting, lowering, pushing, pulling and carrying
- Stand for long periods
Qualifications
- Numeracy
- Literacy
Skills & knowledge
- Attention to detail
- Well organised
- Following routine and procedures
- Working with minimal supervision
- Team working
- Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust shared commitments
Other
- Able to work flexible shifts
- Able to work in all areas of the department, including stock distribution
- Able to stand for long periods
Nice to have
- IDSc Decon Course
- NVQ or TVQ in decontamination
- IT literacy
- Experience using autoclaves and washer disinfectors
- Previous experience working with ISO13485
- Previously worked as an SSD technician
- Ability to work to deadlines
What’s offered
- Enhanced pay for unsocial hours
- Some bank holiday working
- Flexible working arrangements
- Training and career development
- Generous benefits package
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
