Job overview
We are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic Sterile Services Technician to join our friendly and dedicated team.
Experience is desired but not essential as full training will be given.
The successful applicant will have excellent communication skills both verbal and non verbal, and be able to work effectively as part of a team. You will need to demonstrate a positive attitude to change.
Main duties of the job
Working behind the scenes but at the heart of delivering quality patient care, you will be part of a busy team providing this responsible and important role to service users.
This will involve reprocessing and assembly of contaminated sets of surgical instruments, accessories and other related equipment used primarily in our operating theatres and other clinical areas of the healthcare community.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.
Person specification
Experience
Essential
- Understanding of the role of Sterile Services
Desirable
- Experience in the role of sterile services technician or similar
Qualifications and training
Essential
- Participate with in service training
Desirable
- ECDL HTM 01-01 user certificate
- C & G 2296 / NVQ
- ISSM NHS Estates
Knowledge, skills and aptitudes
Essential
- Effective communicator
- Basic IT skills
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This advert is for Sterile Services Technician with Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust in Shrewsbury, Midlands, England. It is listed as a Band 3 Administrative and IT role. The advertised salary is £25,760 - £27,476 per annum. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 26 Jul 2026.
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