CSSD Operative - UPMC Aut Even Location: Aut Even Hospital Job type: Permanent Overview of role: The post holder is responsible for cleaning, disinfection, packing and autoclaving of instruments using mechanical and manual methods thus ensuring that a high-quality service is maintained. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: The post holder will assist in a range of Central Decontamination Unit functions including but not limited to: Decontaminate used medical devices using mechanical methods. Inspect and function test medical devices. Report any discrepancies immediately to CSSD Manager. Assembly inspection and packing of instrument sets and other equipment for sterilisation. Loading and unloading autoclaves, sterilising packs and sets of instruments. Prepare and examine packs prior to their storage, for tears and dampness. Distribute and store all sterilised equipment and instruments in appropriate areas. Observation and checking of parameters and any malfunction of autoclaves, washers/disinfectors. Daily/Weekly testing of autoclaves, washer/disinfectors, heat sealers and ultrasonics. Record relevant data in appropriate logbooks with full clear signature of operative/technician. Maintenance of records in line with policy of Department and EU legislation. Archive documents according to national and European legislation. Stocking shelves with sterile supplies and assisting with stock control. Storage and handling of raw material components. Ensure that standard precautions are adhered to and are compliant with infection prevention control and other policies. Comply with Health and Safety procedures by using protective clothing - PPE (personal protective equipment). Ensure Health & Safety standards are met. Report any incident/accident that may occur to the CSSD Manager in accordance with hospital policy. Participate in manual and/or computerised traceability of reusable medical devices as part of a quality system. Adhere to National Hygiene Standards and complete Hygiene Audits monthly. Observe and uphold daily / weekly cleaning standards in the department. Report any inadequacies. Maintain a clean and tidy environment at all times. Facilitate effective communication with the multidisciplinary team as necessary. Provide a high standard of safe practice for patient care. Ensure that all equipment in the CSSD is checked by an appropriate user according to hospital policy. Demonstrate initiative and be receptive to new ideas and development. Use knowledge, and experience to develop ways of coping with adverse events. Ensure that telephone/verbal messages are correctly delivered to the CSSD Manager. Act as a mentor for new Technicians. Be responsible for their own upskilling and training. Agree to undertake education/projects relative to their role. Qualifications & Experience: Previous experience working within a similar environment is advantageous. The ability to work on your own initiative in a fast paced environment. Work effectively as part of a team. Effective interpersonal and communication skills are essential Have excellent interpersonal skills and proven written and verbal communication abilities. The person appointed will be required to be flexible in this position. Have the ability to undertake the physical demands of the role in order to meet the demands of the service. Be motivated and able to identify potential difficulties and develop solutions. Patient safety must be at the forefront when carrying out all processes within the CSSD. Equal Opportunity Statement and Benefits UPMC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. At UPMC we provide a total rewards program that is not only market competitive, but fair and provides growth opportunities for all our colleagues. Compensation - Competitive pay for the work employees do - base pay, performance related pay and premium pay where applicable. Benefits - Fully paid maternity and paternity leave for new parents. Competitive Pension Plan, company funded Death in Service Benefit x 3 times. Critical Illness cover for all employees up to the age of 66. Performance and Recognition - Rewards for performance that supports the goals and mission of UPMC through our annual ACES programme. Work-Life Balance - Enhanced annual leave up to a maximum of 27 days. Flexible working opportunities to support you to work around external family commitments. Development and Career Opportunities - Opportunities for each employee to reach their career goals through continued learning and/or advancement. About UPMC A $26 billion healthcare provider and insurer, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania-based UPMC is inventing new models of patient-centred, cost-effective, accountable care. Working in close collaboration with the University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences, UPMC shares its clinical, managerial and technological skills worldwide through its innovation and commercialisation arm, UPMC Enterprises, and through UPMC International. Providing high-quality healthcare in the South East since 2006, UPMC's operations in Ireland now include UPMC Whitfield Hospital in Waterford, UPMC Sports Surgery Clinic in Dublin, UPMC Kildare Hospital in Clane and UPMC Aut Even Hospital in Kilkenny. Outpatient care is available at the UPMC Carlow Outreach Centre, UPMC Hillman Cancer Centre radiotherapy locations at UPMC Whitfield and in Cork, the UPMC Sports Medicine Clinic at SETU Arena, Waterford, TUS Moylish Campus, Limerick, TUS Thurles Campus, Tipperary, and the UPMC Concussion Network. 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