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Ramsay Health Care UK Operations Limited

Decontamination Technician

The closing date is 25 June 2025

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Job summary

We are now inviting applications for the post of Decontamination Technician. This is a full-time position and is based at Ramsay Sterile Services East, Braintree.The Hub is operational 24/7 and we are open to discussing flexible working patterns.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for enthusiastic, motivated individuals who have already worked within the field of Decontamination of re-usable medical devices for at least 2 years, or who have completed a recognised decontamination course (NVQ/TVQ/Technical Certificate).For those looking for progression we offer training and development including the opportunity to undertake the IDSc Technical Certificate. We are looking for people to develop their careers with us, so if you feel you need to move forward with a fresh start, come and meet the team for an informal visit.

About us

Ramsay Health Care UK is a well-established global hospital group with over 60 years experience. It is well respected within the healthcare industry and is one of the leading providers of independent hospital services in England.

We love people with a positive, can do attitude who want to make a difference in their work. Our employees are Ramsay. The skills and commitment of our employees forms the basis for our success.

The Ramsay Way culture recognises that people staff and doctors are Ramsay Health Cares most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success.

Details

Date posted

14 May 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

E0365-JR13218

Job locations

49 Blackwell Dr

Braintree

CM7 2QJ


Job description

Job responsibilities

Key responsibilities include:

  • Performing the full decontamination cycle on re-usable medical devices (surgical instruments) to the highest of standards, in line within all Ramsay policies and procedures
  • Participate fully in quality control processes ensuring procedures and documentation is completed accurately at all times

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key responsibilities include:

  • Performing the full decontamination cycle on re-usable medical devices (surgical instruments) to the highest of standards, in line within all Ramsay policies and procedures
  • Participate fully in quality control processes ensuring procedures and documentation is completed accurately at all times

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Experience as a Decontamination Technician within a health care setting or a similar role in a similar environment including medical devices. Unfortunately we do not cover Endoscopy at this unit.

Qualifications

Essential

  • Sound written and verbal communication skills
  • Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently as required
  • Good computer skills (MS Office package)
  • Flexibility and adaptability
  • Demonstrated customer service skills
  • Willingness to work the occasional night shift once competence is achieved
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Experience as a Decontamination Technician within a health care setting or a similar role in a similar environment including medical devices. Unfortunately we do not cover Endoscopy at this unit.

Qualifications

Essential

  • Sound written and verbal communication skills
  • Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently as required
  • Good computer skills (MS Office package)
  • Flexibility and adaptability
  • Demonstrated customer service skills
  • Willingness to work the occasional night shift once competence is achieved

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Ramsay Health Care UK Operations Limited

Address

49 Blackwell Dr

Braintree

CM7 2QJ


Employer's website

https://www.ramsayhealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Ramsay Health Care UK Operations Limited

Address

49 Blackwell Dr

Braintree

CM7 2QJ


Employer's website

https://www.ramsayhealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Amy Green

amy.green@ramsayhealth.co.uk

Details

Date posted

14 May 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

E0365-JR13218

Job locations

49 Blackwell Dr

Braintree

CM7 2QJ


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