OverviewThe CDU Operative will support the safe and efficient reprocessing of medical devices in accordance with national standards, HSE protocols, and manufacturer guidelines. The role involves working as part of a team to ensure timely turnaround of sterile instruments and equipment to support clinical services. To assist with the delivery of patient care under the supervision and direction of Nursing or other Professional Staff.The HCA (CDU Operative) will also be required to help and support colleagues within the theatre department, stock control will be a fundamental part of the role."Healthcare assistants provide assistance, support and direct personal care to patients and residents in a variety of healthcare settings. They generally work in support, or under delegation, direction and supervision, of health professionals. They support multi-disciplinary teams in the delivery of high-quality care." - International Standard Classification of Occupations (ISCO).The salary scale for the post is: (01/08/2025)€35,788 €37,252 €38,794 €39,204 €40,211 €41,082 €42,336 €43,636 €44,984There is currently 1 permanent / whole-time vacancy available.A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for Health Care Assistant (Cúntóir Cúraim Sláinte) – (CDU Operative Central Decontamination Unit), Connolly Hospital from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. We welcome enquiries about the role. Contact:Orlaith Leane CNM 3 Recruitment Queries:For any queries relating to the recruitment process, please email Essential CriteriaProfessional Qualifications, Experience, etc.(a) Candidates must have at the closing date for receipt of applications:1. Statutory registration, professional qualifications, experience, etc.a. Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition:(i) Possess a relevant* Health Skills qualification as outlined in the Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) formerly FETAC on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) of not less than QQI Level 5.(See note* below)or(ii) Possess a relevant Healthcare qualification at not less than QQI Level 5 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ).(See note* below)or(iii) Be currently undertaking a relevant Health Skills QQI Level 5 qualification on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) with a commitment to complete the appropriate health skills QQI Level 5 qualification within 2 years of taking up postor(iv) Be currently employed as a Healthcare Assistant, Care Assistant, Attendant, Multi-Task Attendant or in a comparable role for at least 2 years and give an undertaking to acquire an appropriate Health Skills qualification at not less than QQI Level 5 programme on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) within 2 years of taking up post.andb. Candidates must possess the requisite knowledge and ability, including a high standard of suitability, for the proper discharge of the roleWith regard to criterion (i), the listing below is considered relevant health skills QQI (formerly FETAC) Level 5* qualifications• QQI Level 5 Healthcare Support• QQI Level 5 Nursing Studies• QQI Level 5 Community Care• QQI Level 5 Health Service Skills• QQI Level 5 Community Health Services*(A full QQI/FETAC 5 major award requires a minimum of 120 credits/8 modules - Please note a Component Certificate will not suffice.)With regard to Criterion (ii), a relevant healthcare qualification at not less than QQI Level 5 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) is considered to be a qualification with applied patient care modules / placements typically but not limited to qualifications in: Social Care Work, Nursing, Therapy Professions etc.HealthA candidate for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service.CharacterEach candidate for and any person holding the office must be of good character.Relevant Attachments:CHB HCA CDU Job SpecificationAdditional Campaign Information Booklet