Sterile Services Assistant
3 weeks ago
Job summary
The Sterile Services Department decontaminates and sterilises all clinical and medical devices which can be reprocessed.
Sterile Services has a vacancy for a full time assistant. Sterile Services is a decontamination unit which prepares and supplies sterile equipment working within a Quality Management System.
The functions of the department are undertaken with adherence to the Consumer Protection Act, UK MDR 2002, Health and Safety at Work Act, the Quality Management System EN ISO 13485,the relevant Hospital Technical Memorandum's and compliance with Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust policies and procedures.
Various hours to be worked between -
To prepare and supply adequate sterile supplies to the departments/customers.
Work to deadlines, assuring the quality and safe use of all instruments and of all equipment that is prepared, prior to sterilisation for all user groups. Ensure compliance with required standards, documented procedures and work instructions. Support the Vision and Values of the Trust.
Main duties of the job
The primary role of a decontamination unit is to reprocess re usable medical devices, many of which are technically advanced and have to be dismantled, decontaminated, reassembled and examined before being sterilised. This is a vital aspect of the work.
Stock Control
Ensure that stock rotation is carried out. Check that the minimum stock levels are maintained as specified on the written stock lists. Top up raw materials on a daily basis into the clean room.Decontamination Process (Washroom)
Ensure correct Personal Protective Equipment is worn at all times. Follow the correct entry and exit procedure for the washroom Follow all work instructions for the safe handling and cleaning of all instrumentation and the safe use of all machinery Track and trace all equipment through the System (Scantrack) Carry out in house cleaning tasks as directed Report all non - conformances to a Supervisor Handle all equipment with care
About us
Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is ideally situated just a forty five minute drive from Manchester. The Trust provides services to the 440,000 residents of Blackpool, Fylde & Wyre and North Lancashire, as well as specialist tertiary care for Cardiac and Haematology patients.
As one of the United Kingdom's largest coastal resort, Blackpool has plenty to offer its residents - it's not just a good place to work; it's a great place to live . In addition to its bustling centre and historic seafront, the town is world famous for its many attractions, including the famous Blackpool Tower. Blackpool also offers a number of scenic cycling routes round our local parks and across the surrounding countryside, as well as boasting panoramic views of the coast on its picturesque Promenade. Further afield, Blackpool also benefits from less than three-hour connections via rail to Edinburgh in the north and London in the south.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Stock Control
Ensure that stock rotation is carried out. Check that the minimum stock levels are maintained as specified on the written stock lists. Top up raw materials on a daily basis into the clean room Decontamination Process (Washroom) Ensure correct Personal Protective Equipment is worn at all times. Follow the correct entry and exit procedure for the washroom Follow all work instructions for the safe handling and cleaning of all instrumentation and the safe use of all machinery Track and trace all equipment through the System (Scantrack) Carry out in house cleaning tasks as directed Report all non conformances to a Supervisor Handle all equipment with care Decontamination Process (Clean room) Follow the correct entry and exit procedure for the cleanroom. Ensure the correct footwear and clothing is worn at all times Carry out in house cleaning tasks as directed Follow hand hygiene code. Follow work instructions for the safe use of machinery Follow all work instructions for the safe handling checking and packing of instrument trays and supplementaries. Adhere to the uniform policy Track and trace all equipment through the System (Scantrack) Report all non conformances to a Supervisor Handle all equipment with care Decontamination Process (Autoclave Area) Follow the correct entry and exit procedure for the autoclave area. Ensure the correct footwear and clothing is worn at all times Carry out in house cleaning tasks as directed Follow hand hygiene code. Follow work instructions for the safe use of machinery Follow all work instructions for the safe handling of instrument trays and supplementaries. Adhere to the uniform policy Track and trace all equipment through the System (Scantrack) Report all non conformances to a Supervisor Handle all equipment with care Delivery and collection Ensure the correct footwear and clothing is worn at all times Be responsible for maintaining segregation of sterile and contaminated instruments and equipment whilst delivering and collecting, to and from customers. Select correct delivery trolley for a specific theatre Track and trace all equipment through the System (Scantrack) Follow all work instructions for the safe handling of instrument trays and supplementaries. Follow all work instructions for the delivery and collection of equipment Handle all equipment with care Miscellaneous All personal protective equipment which is provided must be used in the correct manner Assist in the training of new sterile services staff. Ensure all products are tracked from the point of receipt, throughout production, final release and despatch using the Scantrack IMS tracking system and/or paper-based system as appropriate. Ensure Quality Management System records are completed accurately and legibly and that uncontrolled changes are not made to documents or records. Governance Ensure compliance of associated service risks across the Trust, with particular reference to health and safety legislation. Ensure compliance with all policies and procedures within the service and Trust Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Good general education
Desirable
Prepared to undertake further training as required
Experience
Essential
Experience of using computers Working as part of a defined team Working in a busy environment
Desirable
Previous experience of the role
Skills / Attributes
Essential
Attention to detail Good communication skills - both written and verbal Good manual dexterity Good interpersonal skills Team Player Flexibility in approach to daily tasks Adaptable to changing circumstances and workload Committed to providing a quality service Good time management & punctuality
Desirable
Ability to follow set policies and procedures Professional Attitude-
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