Job summary
HSDU Technician (Band 2)
An interesting and exciting opportunity has arisen for people with a genuine interest in healthcare and patient safety to become part of the team within the Hospital Sterilisation and Decontamination Unit (HSDU) we provide operating theatres, wards and departments with surgical instruments and medical devices required for sterile procedures. This job role supports the clinical and surgical teams in the provision of excellent, high quality and safe patient care.
Hours of posts: 37.5 hours per week - part time will be considered
Working pattern:
Monday - Friday 2pm to 10pm
The role may also require some flexibility with cross-site working between the Trust's two acute hospitals; Eastbourne District General Hospital and Conquest Hospital, therefore the ability to travel between sites independently is required.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for applicants who are able to demonstrate good manual dexterity, maintain high levels of attention to detail, possess good written and verbal skills and be capable of interacting with staff at all levels on a day to day basis. You must be enthusiastic, have a good general education and have the ability to follow instructions and processes. Experience of working in Sterile Services would be advantageous, but is not essential as full training will be given. The successful individual will become proficient, through training, in providing quality sterilised goods to both Internal and External Customers. Applicants must have an adaptable, flexible approach to work and be able to demonstrate they can work very well within a team, as well as on their own.
We deliver most of our acute services fromConquest Hospital in HastingsandEastbourne District General Hospital. Both hospitals have an Emergency Department and provide care 24 hours a day. Our hospitals offer a comprehensive range of surgical, medical and maternity services supported by a full range of diagnostic and therapy services. Our community services are provided throughout East Sussex by our community teams, who provide care in the patient's own home and from a number of clinics and GP surgeries.
About us
We are proud to provide 'Outstanding' care and be a great place to work
We provide safe, compassionate and high quality care to half a million people living or visiting East Sussex. We are one of the largest organisations in East Sussex, the only integrated provider of acute and community care in Sussex. Our extensive services are provided by 7000 + members of staff working from acute hospitals in Hastings and Eastbourne, three community hospitals in Bexhill, Rye and Uckfield, over 100 community sites and in people's own homes.
In 2020 the Care Quality Commission rated us as 'Good' overall, and 'Outstanding' for being caring and effective. The Conquest Hospital and our Community Services are rated 'Outstanding'. Eastbourne DGH rated 'Good'.
In 2020, the Trust launched its ambitious 'Building for our Future' programme. This once in a lifetime programme aims to repair, redevelop and expand our hospitals, transforming the environment in which we provide care for generations to come.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description, for any questions or queries please contact an HSDU Administrator on 0300 131 4750
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description, for any questions or queries please contact an HSDU Administrator on 0300 131 4750
Person Specification
Skills/Knowledge/Abilities
Essential
- Ability to lift loads in the region of 15 kilos
- Ability to work under pressure and to written procedures with a sense of urgency whilst maintaining high standards of work.
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Able to work in an area which deals with equipment used in surgical operations
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Desirable
- When fully trained and competent, willing to participate in the weekend on-call rota.
Experience
Essential
- No experience required as full training will be provided to undertake the role
Desirable
- Previous work experience in a similar role.
- Experience in production settings
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to a GCSE level in Maths and English
- Basic computer knowledge
Desirable
- Evidence of further training
Other
Essential
- Willingness to undertake further training
- Flexible approach and attitude to work
- Reliable work record
- Evidence that personal behaviour reflects Trust Values
- Ability to travel cross site in an efficient and timely manner if required
Desirable
- Available to work outside of normal working hours
Person Specification
Skills/Knowledge/Abilities
Essential
- Ability to lift loads in the region of 15 kilos
- Ability to work under pressure and to written procedures with a sense of urgency whilst maintaining high standards of work.
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Able to work in an area which deals with equipment used in surgical operations
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Desirable
- When fully trained and competent, willing to participate in the weekend on-call rota.
Experience
Essential
- No experience required as full training will be provided to undertake the role
Desirable
- Previous work experience in a similar role.
- Experience in production settings
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to a GCSE level in Maths and English
- Basic computer knowledge
Desirable
- Evidence of further training
Other
Essential
- Willingness to undertake further training
- Flexible approach and attitude to work
- Reliable work record
- Evidence that personal behaviour reflects Trust Values
- Ability to travel cross site in an efficient and timely manner if required
Desirable
- Available to work outside of normal working hours
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).
