Sterile Services Trainee Technician

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Sterile Services Department as a Trainee Sterile Services Technician (Band 2). This is a key role supporting the safe and effective decontamination, inspection, packing, and sterilisation of medical devices used across the Trust, including surgical instruments, endoscopy equipment, and specialist items. You will also support Endoscopy Decontamination services and Mattress Decontamination processes, contributing to maintaining high standards of infection prevention and control across multiple clinical areas. As a trainee, full training and support will be provided, with opportunities to develop your skills and progress within the department.

This role involves a physically active working environment

Exposure to a clinical decontamination setting

Full compliance with Trust policies and procedures is essential A commitment to maintaining high standards of safety and quality is required

Main duties of the job

Decontaminate, inspect, assemble, and pack surgical instruments and medical devices Assist in Endoscopy Decontamination, ensuring safe processing of flexible endoscopes in line with national guidance Support Mattress Decontamination processes, ensuring equipment is cleaned, disinfected, and safe for patient use Operate decontamination equipment, including washer disinfectors, sterilizers, and specialised endoscopy equipment

Ensure all tasks are carried out in line with Trust policies, national decontamination standards, and quality requirements

Maintain accurate records and tracking documentation Work as part of a team to meet service demands and turnaround times Adhere to strict infection prevention, health & safety, and compliance requirements

Compliance with ISO 13485:2016 (UK MDR 2002) Compliance with Health Technical Memoranda (HTM) guidelines (e.g. HTM 01-01, HTM 01-06) Adherence to infection prevention and control standards

Maintaining traceability and accurate documentation at all times, Supporting departmental audits and quality assurance processes Commitment to continuous improvement and safe practice

Job responsibilities

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham

As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey ,show progress in areas that matter most to staff. We have seen good results in how colleagues feel about health and wellbeing, alongside increased confidence that employees are recognised and supported

But don't just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making

All of our colleagues are key to our journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence

Certificates of Sponsorship

For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility.GOV.UK www.gov.uk

All band 2 roles are not eligible for sponsorship. The trust no longer supports HCSW band 3 roles with sponsorship