South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

Sterile Services Equipment Lead

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Job summary

The Division of Theatres and Critical Care are seeking to Appoint a flexible Sterile Services Equipment Lead to develop a service that provides advice and support to Theatres and other service users across STSFT. This is an exciting opportunity to develop internal relationships and establish new ways of working to deliver high-quality care.

You will have sound knowledge and experience of decontamination processes, and a thorough understanding of user requirements, particularly operating theatres. Therefore, Applications are encouraged from individuals with a background in Sterile Services or Theatres.

You will identify areas for development within the Service, dealing with instrument availability issues and implementing an instrument replacement programme.

This role is varied and at times challenging, working across a wide range of issues. You will demonstrate the values of the Organisation, aligning with our Excellence in all that we do ethos.

If you are interested in the role and want to know more, please contact Alan Simpson at alan.simpson7@nhs.net

Please note the Trust are not able to offer Skilled Worker Sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the UKVI threshold requirements. You are requested to consider this when making your application. Please visitGov.UKfor further information.

Main duties of the job

Main duties in the role include:

Liaise and develop relationships with departments, ensuring theyre aware of trays and equipment that is out of commission.

Actively-work with teams across Theatres to implement strategies to implement a surgical instrument replacement programme with support of the SSD Manager and the Training and Quality Support Managers.

Ensure instrument repairs are actioned in a timely manner to ensure service continuity.

Support the Department in implementing the Trusts green plan relating to re-usable drapes and equipment.

This Post would provide an excellent development opportunity for someone who wants experience of how a large Sterile Services department operates and to further-develop their career. You will be supported in your own professional development by the Sterile Services Manager.

You will be required to work 37.5 hours per week, across five days (Monday-Friday), 8.00am-4.00pm, with the flexibility to amend working hours to ensure support is also available across all shifts.

About us

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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.

We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via the Trust's Flexible Working Policy.

The Trust employs around 8,300 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.

Date posted

04 July 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£22,816 to £24,336 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9155-THEA-0724-07

Job locations

Trust Headquarters

Sunderland Royal Hospital

Sunderland

SR4 7TP

Job description

Job responsibilities

Provide advice and information on care and maintenance of instruments, engaging suppliers as appropriate.

PLEASE REFER TO ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Provide advice and information on care and maintenance of instruments, engaging suppliers as appropriate.

PLEASE REFER TO ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Experience of working in a Sterile Services or Operating Department.
Sound knowledge of surgical instruments from across a range of specialties.
Sound knowledge of the equipment/processes used within Sterile Services to re-process re-usable surgical instruments.

Desirable

Experience of ISO 13485:2016 audit and the requirements.
Ability to identify future equipment needs of the Department.
Experience of supervising staff.

Qualifications

Essential

Numeracy and Literacy skills to Functional Level 1 or equivalent.
NVQ L3 in relevant subject or equivalent qualification/experience.

Desirable

Willingness to undertake and pass the SSD supervisor/manager course within 12 months of taking-up Post.
Previous experience of a training/supervisory role.
Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement or equivalent.

Other

Desirable

Please provide a contact telephone number, in case we need to contact you about your Application, or write 'no Number' if you do not have one.

Physical Skills

Essential

Manual dexterity.
Ability to undertake physical moderate effort on a daily basis.
Must be able to work flexibly to meet the needs of the Service.

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

Knowledge of surgical instruments, their use and correct operation across a full range of specialties.
Knowledge of sterilisation/decontamination processes including low temperature systems.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Able to conduct both training at 1:1 and larger groups using relevant aids as required.
Ability to present in front of small groups of people.
Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
Practical and methodical approach to given tasks.
IT skills including Microsoft Office packages.
Attention to detail.

Desirable

Knowledge of ISO 13485:2016 audit requirements.
Understand the relevant HTM 01-01.
Experience of undertaking equipment audits.
Ability to communicate technical information at different levels to SSD staff.
Able to use Track & Trace software.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Experience of working in a Sterile Services or Operating Department.
Sound knowledge of surgical instruments from across a range of specialties.
Sound knowledge of the equipment/processes used within Sterile Services to re-process re-usable surgical instruments.

Desirable

Experience of ISO 13485:2016 audit and the requirements.
Ability to identify future equipment needs of the Department.
Experience of supervising staff.

Qualifications

Essential

Numeracy and Literacy skills to Functional Level 1 or equivalent.
NVQ L3 in relevant subject or equivalent qualification/experience.

Desirable

Willingness to undertake and pass the SSD supervisor/manager course within 12 months of taking-up Post.
Previous experience of a training/supervisory role.
Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement or equivalent.

Other

Desirable

Please provide a contact telephone number, in case we need to contact you about your Application, or write 'no Number' if you do not have one.

Physical Skills

Essential

Manual dexterity.
Ability to undertake physical moderate effort on a daily basis.
Must be able to work flexibly to meet the needs of the Service.

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

Knowledge of surgical instruments, their use and correct operation across a full range of specialties.
Knowledge of sterilisation/decontamination processes including low temperature systems.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Able to conduct both training at 1:1 and larger groups using relevant aids as required.
Ability to present in front of small groups of people.
Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
Practical and methodical approach to given tasks.
IT skills including Microsoft Office packages.
Attention to detail.