Sterile Services Technician

Job summary

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE + make a difference for every patient A Senior Sterile services technician is a healthcare professional who is responsible for cleaning, decontaminating and sterilising medical equipment. You will be a vital member of the team, working to support our Central Sterile Services Department Manager, Paul, in the provision of a safe and effective decontamination and sterile supplies service to all departments within the hospital. This will include ensuring 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. This role will be working 37.5 hours a week over - With shifts being 7.30am - 3.30pm and 10:00am - 6:00pm Monday to Friday and 2 in 4 Saturday shifts as a one on one off basis. 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 department in the provision of a safe and effective decontamination and sterile supplies service to all departments within the hospital. To ensure that every medical device is prepared fit for the purpose prior to patient use.

Responsibiliies include but are not limited to:

• Undertake tasks involved with the decontamination process i.e. cleaning, checking, packing, assembling, sterilising and distribution of medical devices.
• Keep areas clean and tidy: maintain a safe and pleasant environment and assist with the smooth running of thedepartment
• 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

About us

• Experience working as a Sterile service technician or a TSSU department
• A willingness to learn
• Great communication skills

What you can expect in return

• A competetive annual salary
• 25 days annual leave that increases with service plus bank holidays
• Being part of a friendly and supportive team
• Support with career opportunities if desired
• An extensive range of wellbeing and lifestyle benefits

Details

• Date posted: 07 Awst 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: £24,784.50 a year £24,784.50 per annum
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time
• Reference number: 14571
• Job locations: 2 Lindrick Way, Barlborough, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S43 4XE, United Kingdom

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