Bank Decontamination Technician- Clifton Park Hospital

Ramsay Health Care UK Operations Ltd; York; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000

Job description

Bank Decontamination Technician | Clifton Park Hospital | Bank Hours

The role:

We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated individual who has already worked within the field of decontamination of re-usable medical devices or who has completed a recognised decontamination course (NVQ/TVQ/Technical Certificate). You will be responsible for the full decontamination cycle on re-usable medical devices (surgical instruments) to the highest of standards, in line with all Ramsay policies and procedures, participating fully in quality control processes ensuring procedures and documentation are completed accurately at all times.

• To undertake decontamination duties and assist in providing a specialised decontamination of medical devices service contributing to the clinical care of the patient.
• To carry out the receipt, disassembly, cleaning, reassembly, packing and sterilization of reusable medical devices. Record all tasks in the Healthcare Science Information Systems (tracking and tracing) database.
• Work in accordance with the Department's Standard Operating Procedures and Quality Management Systems.
• To provide supervision to Apprentice/Trainee Decontamination Technicians within the team.
• Plan your own workload with limited supervision.
• To plan and co-ordinate the activity of a shift as required in the absence of the Decontamination Technician Supervisor.

Where you will be based:

Clifton Park Hospital is part of Ramsay Health Care UK, one of the leading independent healthcare providers in England.

What you will bring with you:

• An experience as a Decontamination Technician within a healthcare setting.
• Sound written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently as required.
• Good computer skills (MS Office package).
• Flexibility and adaptability.
• Demonstrated customer service skills.
• Flexibility to work shifts.

What is a Bank contract:

A Bank contract at Ramsay Health Care UK is a flexible employment agreement where you are not committed to a set number of hours per week. Instead, you work on an ad-hoc basis, filling in shifts that we have available in our hospitals. A Bank contract is ideal for individuals seeking flexibility, as it allows you to choose shifts that fit your availability, leaving you with a greater work-life balance.

What we give back to you:

• Competitive hourly rates plus enhancements.
• Free DBS.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Excellent training and development opportunities.
• Free parking and subsidised staff restaurant (subject to site facilities).
• Free uniform.
• Access to Blue Light Card.

About us:

Ramsay Health Care UK is a well-established global hospital group with over 50 years' experience. We are a global provider operating in 11 countries with 77,000 staff who treat 8 million patients each year. We are well known for our strong, long-standing relationship with the NHS.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.