Cssd Supervisor

To ensure a successful provision of a quality, cost effective, timely service of the full range of SSD/Endoscopy services to the North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust and External Customers.

Supervision of all SSD/Endoscopy Assistants on a day to day basis and to train lesser experienced/qualified staff.

Completion of all QA testing in line with current standards and documenting results, including equipment testing of sterilisers, instrument washers and endoscope washers.

Operation of the departments computerised ‘tray traceability’ system ensuring all non conformances are logged and actioned.

Organisation of all work tasks within the department to ensure that maximum efficiency and effectiveness is achieved (including completion).

Liaison with theatre and other customers regarding the requirements of the service provided to them and any quality related issues.

NTH Solutions is a wholly owned subsidiary company of North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust, established in April 2018 to provide estates, facilities and support services.

Our main priority is, and always will be, to provide safe and high quality care to our patients every day; the kind of care we would want for ourselves and our loved ones. We want our organisation to be the best place to work with the right staff, in the right roles, at the right time, to ensure we deliver exceptional patient care and experience.

We will support staff through providing an inclusive and supportive workplace with health and well-being initiatives, staff benefits and opportunities for personal and professional development.

At NTH Solutions we work as a team, we support each other, learn from one another and have our patients at the heart of everything we do.

We are looking to employ honest, dedicated individuals to join our team, we recruit for values and together, we are North Tees and Hartlepool.

Supervision of all SSD/Endoscopy Assistants on a day to day basis and to train lesser experienced/qualified staff.

Checking of trays and ensuring contents are correct and reporting any discrepancies

Receipt and inspection of incoming goods relating to the process, checking for non conformances/incorrect items etc.

Recording and handling of all customer complaints (as far as is possible within the remit of the role

Identification of all Sterile Services staff training needs and ensuring that these training needs are met.

‘Briefing’ to staff in accordance with the Trust’s briefing system on an ad-hoc basis as the need arises.

Work within the Quality Policies and Procedures and Work Instructions of ISO 13485 and completion of associated paperwork.

Maintenance and improvement of all Health and Safety Standards within the department, in collaboration with the Sterile Services Managers.

Take responsibility for personal development and education and the development of a Personal Development Plan.

Carry out annual appraisals on appropriate Sterile Services staff.