Decontamination Team Leader (HSDU) inMilton Keynes inMilton Keynes PUBLISHED 7 DEC 2023

Band 3: £24,071 to £25,674 a year per annum  PERMANENT 
As a clinical support service, the department operates from 8am - 7pm (Monday - Friday) and 8am - 4pm Saturday.


Please refer to the attached Job Description for more details on the role and responsibilities.

MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices. We promote an inclusive workforce and encourage applications from applicants from all backgrounds.

We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology.

By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that information from your application will be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system. Your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers.

Upon commencing employment with the Trust, all employees (except Medical & Dental Staff on national terms and conditions) are subject to a probationary period lasting a period of six months with an option to extend for a further six months to a total of 12 months.


Decontamination Team Leader (HSDU)


Department:

HSDU


Band

3 £24,£25,674 per annum


Hours:

37.5 hours per week - Early shift 8am - 4pm - Late shift 11am - 7pm

(This also include 1 Saturday in 4 and full participation in the weekend on call rota).


All MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working

MKUH are looking for an innovative and professional team leader to join our Decontamination Team who are welcoming and supportive. . The role encompasses direct supervision of technicians combined with full participation in the operational aspects of the department.

The Decontamination Unit provides a comprehensive decontamination service to theatres, wards and departments within the hospital complex. The unit processes reusable surgical equipment and medical devices.

As a clinical support service, the department operates from 8am - 7pm (Monday - Friday) and 8am - 4pm Saturday. An on-call system is in operation from 4pm Saturday until 8am Monday. This on call system forms part of the team leader role. The on call covers trauma & emergency service for theatres and departments out of hours.

If this role is of interest and you wish to join our Team and require further information about the role, please email Marea Lawford, Head of Decontamination Services,


Previous applicants need not apply


Please note that we are not able to offer sponsorship for this role.


Interview date: November 2024

The ideal candidate will have recent HSDU experience and be familiar with the operational aspects of a Quality Management System.

The successful candidate should hold the e-learning qualification in decontamination, and you would be required to complete the introduction certificate in team leading.

To supervise and participate in daily activities ensuring the effective decontamination and sterilisation of reusable medical devices

Supervise staff in all areas of production and distribution to ensure standards are maintained and work quotas met. Working within a controlled environment to ensure that QMS is effectively operated and monitored in accordance with the Quality Manual and associated Policies and Procedures.


Please refer to the attached Job Description for more details on the role and responsibilities.

MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices. We promote an inclusive workforce and encourage applications from applicants from all backgrounds.

We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology.

By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that information from your application will be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system. Your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers.

Upon commencing employment with the Trust, all employees (except Medical & Dental Staff on national terms and conditions) are subject to a probationary period lasting a period of six months with an option to extend for a further six months to a total of 12 months.


Decontamination Team Leader (HSDU)


Department:

HSDU


Band

3 £24,£25,674 per annum


Hours:

37.5 hours per week - Early shift 8am - 4pm - Late shift 11am - 7pm

(This also include 1 Saturday in 4 and full participation in the weekend on call rota).


All MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working

MKUH are looking for an innovative and professional team leader to join our Decontamination Team who are welcoming and supportive. . The role encompasses direct supervision of technicians combined with full participation in the operational aspects of the department.

The Decontamination Unit provides a comprehensive decontamination service to theatres, wards and departments within the hospital complex. The unit processes reusable surgical equipment and medical devices.

As a clinical support service, the department operates from 8am - 7pm (Monday - Friday) and 8am - 4pm Saturday. An on-call system is in operation from 4pm Saturday until 8am Monday. This on call system forms part of the team leader role. The on call covers trauma & emergency service for theatres and departments out of hours.

If this role is of interest and you wish to join our Team and require further information about the role, please email Marea Lawford, Head of Decontamination Services,


Previous applicants need not apply


Please note that we are not able to offer sponsorship for this role.


Interview date: November 2024

The ideal candidate will have recent HSDU experience and be familiar with the operational aspects of a Quality Management System.

The successful candidate should hold the e-learning qualification in decontamination, and you would be required to complete the introduction certificate in team leading.

To supervise and participate in daily activities ensuring the effective decontamination and sterilisation of reusable medical devices

Supervise staff in all areas of production and distribution to ensure standards are maintained and work quotas met. Working within a controlled environment to ensure that QMS is effectively operated and monitored in accordance with the Quality Manual and associated Policies and Procedures.



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