Bank Contract - SSD Technician

Horder Healthcare; East Grinstead; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in East Grinstead is seeking a dedicated Sterile Services Technician. You'll ensure surgical instruments are cleaned, sterilised, and delivered on time, maintaining high standards of hygiene. The role requires experience in clinical settings, strong communication skills, and a commitment to infection control. A flexible work pattern is offered, with an hourly rate of £32.42.

Qualifications

• Experience in a theatre or clinical setting.
• Knowledge of theatre instruments and sterilisation processes.
• Commitment to infection control and patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Collect, inspect, clean, and package surgical instruments.
• Operate washer disinfectors and sterilisers, performing routine checks.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organised working environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

IT skills

Flexible working

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Decontamination Sciences

Tools

Washer disinfectors

Sterilisers

Job description

Are you passionate about patient safety and precision? We're looking for a dedicated Sterile Services Technician to support our clinical teams by ensuring surgical instruments and medical equipment are expertly cleaned, sterilised, and delivered on time.

You'll be a key part of the Sterile Services Department, maintaining high standards of hygiene and infection control, and helping ensure our hospital departments are always equipped with safe, sterile tools for patient care.

Main Duties of the Job

What You'll Be Doing:

• Collect, inspect, clean, and package surgical instruments.
• Operate washer disinfectors and sterilisers, performing routine checks.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organised working environment.
• Monitor stock levels and order replacements to ensure continuous supply.
• Collaborate with clinical departments to meet procedural needs.
• Uphold infection control standards and complete mandatory training.
• Support new team members and deputise for the supervisor when needed.

About Us

Horder Healthcare has been committed to caring since 1954. Our consultants are amongst the most skilled, experienced and innovative in their field. Our staff love to work here, so it makes sense that our patient outcomes are in the top 99%.

We have grown into a multi-service healthcare provider, with hospitals in Crowborough and East Grinstead, and outreach clinics in Eastbourne and Seaford.

Job Responsibilities

About You:

• A team player with excellent communication skills and IT skills.
• NVQ Level 3 in Decontamination Sciences (or willingness to train).
• Flexible with working hours, including weekends and evenings.
• Experience in a theatre or clinical setting.
• Aligned with our values: Caring, Friendly, Quality, Integrity, and Pride.
• Knowledge of theatre instruments and sterilisation processes.
• Competent in operating washer disinfectors and sterilisers.
• Commitment to infection control and patient safety.
• Experience in healthcare or hospitality settings.
• A proactive and forward-thinking mindset.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and be flexible to the department work flow.
• Familiarity with product tracking systems.

Location: The McIndoe Centre, East Grinstead.

Work Pattern: Varied hours.

Hourly Rate: £32.42 per hour.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We are committed to creating an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants without regard to protected characteristics.

We are a disability confident employer and offer our full support should you require an alternative method of applying or any reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process.