Job summary
We are currently looking for a SSD Medical Device Technician to work in our busy Sterile Services Department. The department provides an important service within the Hospital, decontaminating and sterilizing surgical instruments for the Operating Theatres/Wards, Departments and external customers. The department is fully accredited to European Standards and works within a Quality System. The department has various shifts, which cover the 24-hour day.
Main duties of the job
To manage the process of applying GS1 identifiers to medical devices for use within operating theatres, GP surgeries, wards, and clinics in conjunction with the track and trace system. To assist in the management of records in the track and trace database. e.g. developments, limited life. To work to the quality management system, adding new sets and updating existing sets of medical devices, ensuring all necessary supporting documentation is complete. To operate the laser marker, and CAD/marking software. To manage the maintenance and reporting of faults and troubleshooting of the laser marker. To contribute to the development of the departments standard operating procedures and work instructions in accordance with quality management systems. To operate the various decontamination electronic systems for product release, validation, locating and non-conforming of medical devices. To liaise with suppliers to process the repair of medical devices. To operate the various decontamination electronic systems for product release, validation, locating and non-conforming of medical devices. To update raw materials and medical devices stock levels with the Production Controller and Instrument Manager for stock control. To place stock orders for the Sterile Services Department. To communicate effectively and work within a multi-disciplinary team. To prioritise and plan own workload and work with minimal managerial direction and to participate at daily management meetings.
About us
Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust is the biggest provider of healthcare services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. Our three main sites are Royal Cornwall Hospital Truro, St Michael's Hospital Hayle and West Cornwall Hospital Penzance, our staff and services are available across the region.
The Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT) is the main provider of acute and specialist care services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. It serves a population of around 470,000 people, a figure that can increase significantly with visitors during the busiest times of the year. We employ approximately 6,700 staff and have a budget of approximately £580 million.
The Trust has teaching hospitals status as part of the University of Exeter Medical School. Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we continually develop clinical services and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care offered locally.
We can offer you a rewarding career in a supportive working environment. We have extensive educational links to help you realise your full potential and develop skills to provide outstanding healthcare to the local community.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To manage the process of applying GS1 identifiers to medical devices for use within operating theatres, GP surgeries, wards, and clinics in conjunction with the track and trace system. To assist in the management of records in the track and trace database. e.g. developments, limited life. To work to the quality management system, adding new sets and updating existing sets of medical devices, ensuring all necessary supporting documentation is complete. To operate the laser marker, and CAD/marking software. To manage the maintenance and reporting of faults and troubleshooting of the laser marker. To contribute to the development of the departments standard operating procedures and work instructions in accordance with quality management systems. To operate the various decontamination electronic systems for product release, validation, locating and non-conforming of medical devices. To liaise with suppliers to process the repair of medical devices. To operate the various decontamination electronic systems for product release, validation, locating and non-conforming of medical devices. To update raw materials and medical devices stock levels with the Production Controller and Instrument Manager for stock control. To place stock orders for the Sterile Services Department. To communicate effectively and work within a multi-disciplinary team. To prioritise and plan own workload and work with minimal managerial direction and to participate at daily management meetings.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To manage the process of applying GS1 identifiers to medical devices for use within operating theatres, GP surgeries, wards, and clinics in conjunction with the track and trace system. To assist in the management of records in the track and trace database. e.g. developments, limited life. To work to the quality management system, adding new sets and updating existing sets of medical devices, ensuring all necessary supporting documentation is complete. To operate the laser marker, and CAD/marking software. To manage the maintenance and reporting of faults and troubleshooting of the laser marker. To contribute to the development of the departments standard operating procedures and work instructions in accordance with quality management systems. To operate the various decontamination electronic systems for product release, validation, locating and non-conforming of medical devices. To liaise with suppliers to process the repair of medical devices. To operate the various decontamination electronic systems for product release, validation, locating and non-conforming of medical devices. To update raw materials and medical devices stock levels with the Production Controller and Instrument Manager for stock control. To place stock orders for the Sterile Services Department. To communicate effectively and work within a multi-disciplinary team. To prioritise and plan own workload and work with minimal managerial direction and to participate at daily management meetings.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ level 3, City & Guilds, Btec in Decontamination or IDSC Qualification or equivalent.
Desirable
- DTM Cert HTM01-01
- Level 4 Leadership & management
Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience working in a Sterile Services department
- Experience of effective communication skills when dealing with staff and User /Customers
- Experience of Supervising Staff
- Experience of managing performance to achieve delivery targets
- Experience of using CAD software
Desirable
- NVQ level 4 or equivalent experience
Practical and Intellectual skills
Essential
- Technical knowledge of re - usable medical devices
- IT Skills - Ability to analyse and interpret information and data
- Quality Management
- Good people management and people development skills
- Ability to undertake instructions accurately and effectively
- Be able to plan and prioritise work requirements
Disposition/Adjustment/Attitude
Essential
- Self-motivated and enthusiastic
- Ability to operate as part of a team
- Capable of solving complex problems and issues in a pressured and time sensitive environment
- Punctual and reliable attitude to work
Additional Circumstances
Essential
- Ability to undertake duties including pushing/manoeuvring trolleys weighing up to 300Kg, manual handling of instrument sets weighing up to 15Kg, standing for prolonged periods of time.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ level 3, City & Guilds, Btec in Decontamination or IDSC Qualification or equivalent.
Desirable
- DTM Cert HTM01-01
- Level 4 Leadership & management
Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience working in a Sterile Services department
- Experience of effective communication skills when dealing with staff and User /Customers
- Experience of Supervising Staff
- Experience of managing performance to achieve delivery targets
- Experience of using CAD software
Desirable
- NVQ level 4 or equivalent experience
Practical and Intellectual skills
Essential
- Technical knowledge of re - usable medical devices
- IT Skills - Ability to analyse and interpret information and data
- Quality Management
- Good people management and people development skills
- Ability to undertake instructions accurately and effectively
- Be able to plan and prioritise work requirements
Disposition/Adjustment/Attitude
Essential
- Self-motivated and enthusiastic
- Ability to operate as part of a team
- Capable of solving complex problems and issues in a pressured and time sensitive environment
- Punctual and reliable attitude to work
Additional Circumstances
Essential
- Ability to undertake duties including pushing/manoeuvring trolleys weighing up to 300Kg, manual handling of instrument sets weighing up to 15Kg, standing for prolonged periods of time.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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