Apprentice Sterile Services Technician

Role Overview

We are recruiting an Apprentice Sterile Services Technician to join our HSDU team on a Fixed Term 18 months apprenticeship contract in the decontamination unit. Under supervision you will assist team members to undertake decontamination duties in all areas of the re-processing of Medical Devices: receipt, wash, assembly, pack, sterilisation, delivery and tracking and tracing process in accordance with policies & procedures, to both internal and external customers, providing a safe product for use in direct patient care.

The complexity of the work is such that all staff are expected to apply themselves fully to the task in hand, so that mistakes are minimised, patient safety is not compromised and customer requirements are met in the agreed turnaround times.

The successful candidate is expected to participate in a four week rotating rota consisting of the following shift pattern:

There is an obligation to work one weekend in four with days off in lieu. The HSDU is responsible for providing a decontamination service within Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust and other specialist users outside the organisation as in accordance with the UKCA Medical Device Directive.

As this role is an Apprenticeship there is an expectation that the successful candidate will undertake extensive training as an Apprentice Technician to the accepted standards. This will include attending all college study days (or undertaking distance learning) with the agreed training provider organisation, regular meetings and reviews with your Training Officer and 20% ‘off the job’ training as specified in all Apprenticeship qualifications.

Upon completion of the full Apprenticeship and having met the expected standards of all employees within Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust there is the expectation that you will be offered a fully banded (Band
2) permanent role as a HSDU Technician within the HSDU Department.

• To work as part of a team and liaise with other apprentices, technicians, supervisors and managers.

• Receive training instruction and advice from mentor/line manager.

• Conduct working relationships in a manner that reflects a service orientated department and respects Trust values.

• To refer appropriate issues and raise uncertainties with senior staff.

• Good interpersonal skills when dealing with customers from other departments both inside the Trust and the Community Services and other agencies.

• To communicate with members of the public and patients.

Full Vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification. Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification.

You will be joining the organisation at an exciting time. As the first fully integrated care organisation in England, we are working to improve the way we deliver safe, high-quality health and social care. We have a positive and vibrant working atmosphere, we are proud of our investment in our staff both in terms of developing potential career skills and valuing people.

If you provide support to a family member or friend with health or care needs, we aim to be a Carer‑friendly employer. We have a ‘Staff Carers’ policy which includes flexible working where possible and a Carer’s Passport scheme that links you into support and discounts.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• We reserve the right to close vacancies early if we receive a high volume of applications. Therefore, we encourage you to apply promptly.
• Please read the job description carefully and tailor your application to reflect the requirements of the role.
• Applicants who identify in their application form they are a part of the Armed Forces community will be guaranteed an interview, provided they meet the minimum essential criteria outlined in the job description and person specification for the role. Step into Health guidance can be found on our NHS Employers website.
• Correspondence will be sent via Trac, text, and email. Please ensure you check your email and Trac account regularly.
• Applicants with no previous NHS experience will ordinarily be appointed to the minimum of the band.
• If you have not received an invitation to interview within 28 days of the closing date, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
• It is your responsibility to ensure the timely receipt of appropriate references.

The Trust is committed to preventing discrimination, valuing diversity and achieving equality of opportunity. No person (staff, patient or public) will receive less favourable treatment on the grounds of the nine protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. If you require support you can obtain this from our Equality Business Forum which has representatives from all protected groups.