Job summary
As a theatre technician support you play a crucial role in the healthcare system by ensuring the safe and efficient retrieval, management, and record-keeping of used sterile equipment from the operating theatre.
Your responsibilities include collecting, cleaning, and sterilizing surgical instruments and maintaining accurate inventory records.
Your attention to detail, adherence to safety protocols, and organizational skills are essential in maintaining a smooth workflow within the healthcare facility.
Main duties of the job
Safely enter the operating theatre post-surgery to retrieve used sterileequipment, instruments, and supplies.
Ensure adherence to all infection control and sterile procedures whileentering and exiting the operating theatre.
Handle used equipment with care to avoid contamination or damage.
Transport equipment to the designated cleaning and sterilization areausing appropriate procedures and equipment.
About us
At Moorfields, we provide more than just an excellent career and great colleagues to work with. We also offer:
- Salary including High-Cost Area Supplement
- Opportunity to join the NHS Pension Scheme
- Free 24/7 independent counselling service
- Learning and development opportunities
- Easy and quick transport links
- A range of attractive benefits and discounts
- Access to Blue Light Card and other NHS Discount Schemes
- Free Pilates classes
- Full support and training to develop your skills
- Flexible working friendly organisation
And so much more! To see the full range of benefits we offer please see our Moorfields benefits document.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Carefully disassemble, decontaminate, and sort used equipment forproper cleaning and sterilization processes.
Handle surgical instruments with precision to prevent damage andmaintain their integrity.
Properly label, record, and document all retrieved equipment to maintainaccurate records for inventory control and tracking purposes.
Transport the used equipment to the decontamination area orsterilization unit following established protocols.
Maintain strict adherence to infection control protocols, including the useof personal protective equipment (PPE) and hand hygiene.
Report any breaches of infection control procedures or potentialcontamination immediately to the supervisor.
Assist in the cleaning and decontamination of used equipment as perdepartmental policies and industry standards.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Carefully disassemble, decontaminate, and sort used equipment forproper cleaning and sterilization processes.
Handle surgical instruments with precision to prevent damage andmaintain their integrity.
Properly label, record, and document all retrieved equipment to maintainaccurate records for inventory control and tracking purposes.
Transport the used equipment to the decontamination area orsterilization unit following established protocols.
Maintain strict adherence to infection control protocols, including the useof personal protective equipment (PPE) and hand hygiene.
Report any breaches of infection control procedures or potentialcontamination immediately to the supervisor.
Assist in the cleaning and decontamination of used equipment as perdepartmental policies and industry standards.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of infection control practices and sterile techniques.
Desirable
- Previous experience in healthcare or operating theatre support is preferred
Skills
Essential
- Computer Skills, experience working with a digital track and trace system
- Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity.
- Physical stamina and the ability to lift and move heavy equipment as required.
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- 3 GCSE's Grades A-C including Maths and English or Equivalent
Desirable
- Certification in sterile processing
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of infection control practices and sterile techniques.
Desirable
- Previous experience in healthcare or operating theatre support is preferred
Skills
Essential
- Computer Skills, experience working with a digital track and trace system
- Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity.
- Physical stamina and the ability to lift and move heavy equipment as required.
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- 3 GCSE's Grades A-C including Maths and English or Equivalent
Desirable
- Certification in sterile processing
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.
