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Technician - Sterile Services

On-site in Cambridge·Full-time·Added today (last checked 9 Nov)

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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Our summary

Salary: £25,272 - £27,476 a year
About £1,810 - £1,940 a month after tax.
Work mode: On-site, Cambridge
Contract: Permanent, full-time hours
Closing date: Apply by Tuesday 17 November

Skills

Requirements

What we're looking for

Basic standard of education including an ability to read, write and understand English
To be numerate
Working as part of a team
Experience of working in a production line type environment
Understanding of the need to produce work of a consistent high quality
Ability to follow prescribed standards and operational procedures
Have a keen eye for detail
Ability to work independently and without constant direct supervision
Ability to record and relay information accurately including required documentation
The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of Safe, Kind, Excellent.
A polite and courteous telephone manner
Commitment to high standard of quality work

Nice to have

Completion of National Decontamination Practices Programme
Willing to undertake recognised formal qualification in decontamination
Experience in a Sterile Services Department
Experience of working with medical instrumentation
Experience of working in a clean room environment
Working with ISO standards
Working in a medical environment
NHS Experience
Knowledge of quality standards and procedures relating to Sterile Services
Understanding of moving and handling techniques
An ability to use a computer and keyboard
Ability / willingness to lead a team

The role

Are you a team player with a willingness to learn and develop new skills? Do you have a strong attention to detail and a commitment to supporting safe patient care?

We are recruiting Sterile Services / Decontamination Technicians to join our Central Decontamination Unit. You will be responsible for the decontamination and preparation of reusable medical devices used across operating theatres, wards, clinics, and community services. The role includes regular moving and handling duties, such as transferring instrument trays, loading and unloading equipment, and moving trolleys as part of the decontamination process. Full moving and handling training will be provided.

We have opportunities available for the following shifts: 06:00–14:00 and 14:00–22:00. These roles require rotational weekend working (one weekend every six weeks) and some Bank Holiday shifts (approximately half of the year, depending on allocation). No previous decontamination experience is required, as full training will be provided. You will be supported to complete competency-based assessments and recognised decontamination training.

You will be recruited at Band 2 if you have not yet completed CUH Competencies. Upon the successful completion of all required training and competencies you will move up to Band 3.

What you'll do

Undertake the decontamination of reusable medical devices, including cleaning, inspection, assembly, packing, and sterilisation.

Carry out regular moving and handling tasks, including lifting, pushing, pulling, and transferring trays, containers, and trolleys in accordance with training and risk assessments.

Operate decontamination equipment such as washer disinfectors sterilisers and Endoscopy Washer Disinfectors in line with Standard Operating procedures.

Maintain accurate records using electronic tracking and traceability systems.

Work collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders to ensure service demands are met.

Provide a high standard of service delivery, promoting good team work including the organisation of production activity between fellow Technicians within sections of the department to ensure that the needs of user departments are met.

Applicant requirements

The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

About Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Industry: Health and social care

In their own words

About the company & team

Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke’s Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 13,000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people – patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing ‘outstanding’ care to our patients and rated ‘Good’ overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH’s values – Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent – are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population.

CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of people’s age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background.