About this role
Job summary
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:
Post 1: Day shift Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday 8am-4pm.
Post 2: Day shift Monday to Friday 10am-6pm.
Post 3: Tuesday to Saturday, hours to be discussed.
The role will 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
A wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to onsite nurseries. staff restaurants and accommodation.
In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme. Onsite parking is available from only £50 a year.
There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, submit your application today.
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Job description Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description.
For any questions or queries, please contact the appointed manager.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Educated to a GCSE level in Maths and English Basic computer knowledge
Desirable
Evidence of further training
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
Skills 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. Able to work in an area which deals with equipment used in surgical operations Ability to work as part of a team Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Desirable
When fully trained and competent, willing to participate in the weekend on-call rota.
Other Essential
Willingness to undertake further training Flexible approach and attitude to work. Reliable work record DBS clearance if applicable 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.
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Employer details Employer name East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust
Address Eastbourne District General Hospital
King's Drive
Eastbourne
BN21 2UD
United Kingdom
Employer's website http://jobs.esht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)