Sterile Services Technician

at  Ashford St Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

To test and operate highly technical and sensitive disinfection equipment within the department. To diagnose daily test results on washer disinfectors. Receive and record sets and instruments using manual and I.T. Systems.
Sort and identify instruments using relevant documentation, check for functionality following manufacturers instructions. Raise non-conformance reports where necessary. Follow Trust policy (e.g. sharps) and report incidents.
To take delivery of and process unique specialist surgical loan instruments following the manufacturers instructions. Ensure correct and safe handling, using appropriate decontamination processes for sensitive and fragile equipment and instruments. Deal with customers queries and reschedule work load as fast track items are received. To use manual recording and IT systems, in order to provide traceability ofinstruments and devices throughout the Trust.
Mentoring / training of new colleagues and less experienced members of staff. Disinfection / Endoscopy To test and operate highly technical and sensitive disinfection equipment within the department. To diagnose daily test results on machinery.. To record and process the test results and demonstrate compliance.
To decontaminate Endoscopy apparatus of varied design which are of a delicate and valuable nature. Prioritise work load depending on customer requirements to ensure minimal disruption to patient care. Pushing/manoeuvring trolleys, manual handling of endoscopes and stock. Receive and document equipment, check documentation against equipment delivered for accuracy and record non-conformances where necessary.
Clean room Test and record results of heat sealer function. Undertake quality checks for cleanliness and functionality before packing to agreed specifications ensuring an effective sterile field. Deal with customers queries and reschedule workload as required. Visual checks are carried out on all wash cycles to ensure correct parameters are achieved, if these are not achieved wash load is failed on IT systems and returned for reprocessing.
To record and process the test results and demonstrate compliance. Comply with Gowning room procedure. Sterilizers Test all sterilizers within the department in accordance with the departmental Quality Control Procedures. To record and process the test results and demonstrate compliance.
Raise decontamination documents for returned loan sets and repairs. To process and deliver fast track sets to meet customer demands. Receive and record sets and instruments using manual and I T systems. Sterile Stores / Check and delivery Receive and document goods and equipment, check delivery notes against goods delivered for accuracy and record non-conformances.
Keep areas clean and tidy; maintain a safe and compliant environment. Prioritise work load depending on customer requirements. Categorise all sets instruments into appropriate areas of stores for dispatch. Ensure rotation of stock.
Decontaminate all equipment going for repair. Training SSD staff will receive practical and theoretical decontamination training. In order to develop an extensive knowledge of medical devices and their functions to include decontamination, principles, practical application and technical aspects of the service. Training will also include the Internal Programme and any other relevant training required for this position.
Communication Staff will be required to communicate with colleagues/customers at all levels, including senior clinicians and management. Required to deal with telephone enquires as necessary in a concise and appropriate manner. Verbal and written communication is maintained within the department such as quality system documents and Trust safe code reporting system. Demonstrate a courteous and helpful approach to visitors and colleagues.
Required to report untoward incidents and relevant information, to a supervisor, immediately. Taking part and representing others in working group sessions relating to health and safety, quality system, personnel, training, innovations and dealing with changes and challenges

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