BANK Sterile Services Technician

Job summary

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE + make a difference for every patient You will be a vital member of the team, working to support our Central Sterile Services Department Manager, in the provision of a safe and effective decontamination and sterile supplies service to all departments within the hospital. Joinig our Bank means you get to pick up shifts as and when they're convenient for you. Shifts start at either 7.30am or 10am. You will esnure that every medical device is prepared fit for the purpose prior to patient use and undertaking tasks involved with the decontamination process i.e. cleaning, checking, packing, assembling, sterilising and distribution of medical devices. To hear more about our Barlborogh hospital please watch the video below:

Main duties of the job

As a Sterile Services Technician you will support the Manager of TSSU Department in the provision of a safe and effective decontamination and sterile supplies service to all departments within the hospital.

.Duties include but are not limited to:

• Participate in all duties in accordance with departmental work schedules i.e. cleaning, checking, assembling, packing, sterilisation and distribution.
• To report all defects identified in theatre trays and instruments to the TSSU manager.
• To ensure that all relevant daily validation testing is undertaken and recorded on the appropriate documentation in compliance with local policies and procedures, or delegate this to an appropriately trained member of the team.
• To be responsible for identifying and checking all returned instruments and equipment as specified on the tray specification sheet
• To undertake quality checks for cleanliness and completeness of equipment before distribution
• Prepare and record appropriate documentation e.g. labelling and recording for traceability.
• To ensure that PPE is always used as appropriate in line with policy
• To ensure that universal precautions are maintained and processes follow infection control guidance.
• To maintain security of the decontamination equipment and chemicals in accordance with departments policy.

About us

• Experience working as a Sterile service technician or in a TSSU department
• comfortable working within a team environment
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• You have your Hepatitis B and TB vaccination or willing to get them, This is a requirement for the role

What you can expect in return

• Being part of a friendly and supportive team
• Support with career opportunities if desired
• The flexibility to pick up shifts that fit around your other commitments

Details

• Date posted: 09 October 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: £12.86 an hour £12.86 per hour
• Contract: Bank
• Working pattern: Flexible working
• Reference number: 14513-1
• Job locations: Hawker House, Napier Court, 5-6 Napier Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 8BW, United Kingdom

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