Band 3 Sterile Services Technician

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board; Barnstaple; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust in Barnstaple is hiring a Band 3 Sterile Services Technician to support decontamination, inspection, assembly, sterilisation and distribution of reusable medical devices and surgical instruments.

The role requires meticulous attention to detail, the ability to work under pressure, and a commitment to infection prevention and control within a busy Sterile Services Department. Comprehensive training and development opportunities are provided.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate, inspect, assemble, sterilise and distribute reusable medical devices and surgical instruments.
• Adhere to national standards, local policies and quality management systems to ensure safe equipment processing.
• Work as part of a busy team with high attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure.
• Participate in training and development within the Sterile Services Department.

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join the Sterile Services Department as a Band 3 Sterile Services Technician. The post holder will play a vital role in supporting the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care by ensuring the effective decontamination, inspection, assembly, sterilisation and distribution of reusable medical devices and surgical instruments., Working as part of a dedicated team, the successful candidate will adhere to national standards, local policies and quality management systems to ensure all equipment is processed safely and efficiently for use across clinical services. The role requires excellent attention to detail, the ability to work accurately under pressure, and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of infection prevention and control.We are seeking a reliable, organised and proactive individual with a strong commitment to quality and patient safety. The successful candidate will demonstrate a positive attitude, excellent teamwork skills and the ability to work in a busy environment where maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines are essential.By joining the Sterile Services Department, you will become part of a key service that directly supports patient care across the Trust. We offer comprehensive training, opportunities for development, and the chance to work within a

supportive team committed to delivering excellence in decontamination services.

For more detail about the main duties of this role, please see the job description section below. As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients to stay healthy, when they need it most., Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford).

Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within peoples own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.

Its never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as youll help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey., As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You’ll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You’ll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.

You will also have access to other benefits including:

• National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
• Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
• Car lease schemes.
• The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
• Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You’ll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You’ll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.

You will also have access to other benefits including:

• National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
• Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
• Car lease schemes.
• The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
• Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.