SSD Technician (Back Shift)

Job summary

Do you have an eye for detail and a methodical approach towork, and want to help make a difference to the lives of others?

Are you looking for a career change, a new challenge or wantmore flexible working hours?

We currently have some great opportunities to join ourdedicated team, supporting NHS surgical services across County Durham.

County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust (CDDFT)operates a central Sterile Services Department (SSD) based at UniversityHospital of North Durham (UHND).

The purpose of the SSD is to supply surgicalteams with all the equipment required for clean, sterile procedures. SSDcollects from and delivers to operating theatres, departments, wards andclinics throughout the Trust.

The SSD is a crucial part of the surgical service, ensuringthat instruments needed for operations are properly sterilised and maintained,and that the risk of patient infections is minimised.

The successful candidatewill join a team of experienced SSD staff working alongside our wider clinicalteams.

PLEASE NOTE : The working hours for this post arebetween 2pm and 10pm to include Monday and Tuesday, part time and full timehours available.

Main duties of the job

TheSSD Technician duties include the receipt of used equipment from theatres andwards, the decontamination and sterilisation of instruments, inspection andpacking for delivery back to clinical teams.

About us

CDD Services / SCL is a wholly owned subsidiary of County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust (CDDFT) set up to deliver a range of non-clinical services The company is a separate legal body to CDDFT.

CDD Services offers its own Terms and Conditions of employment which differ to the national NHS Terms and Conditions. As an employee in the company you will benefit from :

• A Competitive salary
• Excellent Performance Related Bonus Scheme
• Access to a pension scheme - National Employment Savings Trust (NEST) CDD Services will pay a 3% contribution (this is over and above the minimum contribution rate at the present time)
• Night Shift Working Allowances (where appropriate)
• Bank Holiday Working Allowances (where appropriate)

Bank work is offered on an 'as and when' basis with no guaranteed hours and will be paid on a pro-rata hourly rate for hours worked only.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To join the team, we are looking for the following

Excellentattention to detail as the work demands a high level of accuracy andconcentration

Goodcommunication skills, and the ability to work well within the team

Beapproachable and enthusiastic, with a positive attitude

Previous experience in a similar environment would bepreferred, but full training will be provided.

This post involves manual dexterity and movingequipment that can be physically demanding.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience of working in a busy environment, providing a professional service.
• Basic computer skills.

Desirable

Previous Sterile Services or NHS experience.

Special Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Ability to follow instructions and written procedures.
• Ability to concentrate for prolonged periods of time.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and telephone manner.
• Effective personal workload organisation / prioritising skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively, methodically and flexibly to ensure that performance management targets are achieved.

Desirable

• Knowledge of data protection.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety and PPE.
• Evidence of using technical equipment.

Special Requirements

Essential

• Ability to undertake the physical demands of the job.
• Ability to concentrate for long periods of time.
• Be able to carry out weekend working, and also shift working when required.

Qualifications

Essential

• Minimum 5 GCSE (Grade C) or equivalent qualification including Maths and English Language, or equivalent knowledge gained through work experience.
• Willingness to undertake any training / educational programme considered necessary to enhance performance in the role.

Desirable

• Achieved or willing to work towards NVQ or equivalent.
30+ days ago