Sterile Services Assistant

Job summary

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE + make a difference for every patient   A 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 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 per week which will include Saturdays with a day off in the week   The role requires applicants to preferably have Hepatitis B and TB vaccinations, however, practice plus group will put successful applicants through a course if there is no evidence of immunisation   We are happy to set up an informal visit to the Sterile Service department so you can get a feel for what the role entails and meet the team. Please email kaleb.gumbs@practiceplusgroup.com to book in a time slot with the department manager   

Main duties of the job

Participating in all duties in accordance with departmental work schedules i.e. cleaning, checking, assembling, packing, sterilisation and distribution.   Working in accordance with documented departmental policies and procedures, reporting all defects identified in theatre trays and instruments to the Sterile Service Manager   You will monitor all procedures and report malfunctions of sterilisers/ washer-disinfectors to the appropriate senior member of staff and record the details on the appropriate form.   Ensuring that all relevant daily validation testing is undertaken and recorded on the appropriate documentation in compliance with local policies and procedures.   You will be responsible for identifying and checking all returned instruments and equipment as specified on the tray specification sheet.   What you can expect in return; - 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  

About us

This role would be a great first post within a healthcare setting for someone with little to no experience, who has excellent communication skills and an interested in the procedures relating to sterile services.   All you need is: - A willingness to learn  - Comfortable working within a team environment - Good standard of written and spoken English - 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  

Everything we do is focused on providing a high standard of safe and effective patient care. When youre part of the Practice Plus Group team, you dont just have a job, you have a career!

We work with you to help you grow in your role and take your career in the direction you want to go. If you want to move up the ladder, well support you. If you just want to stay in your role, thats fine too. Well, help you be the best you can be.  

To apply for the role, click on the link below. If you have any questions contact kaleb.gumbs@practiceplusgroup.com.  

All shortlisted candidate will be contacted but please note, Practice Plus Group retain the right to remove the advert prior to the closing date if a suitable candidate is appointed. Our employment offers are subject to receipt of satisfactory pre-employment checks. At Practice Plus Group, we actively promote diversity and equal opportunities. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.