CSSD Technician — Sterile Decontamination Specialist

HCA Healthcare UK; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Private Healthcare

Pension scheme

Season ticket loan

Cycle to work

Group life assurance

Critical illness cover

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Staff discount

Job summary

The Harley Street Clinic, part of HCA Healthcare UK, is seeking a CSSD Technician to join the Sterile Services team in London. You will support decontamination and distribution of reusable medical devices, working closely with theatres and clinical staff to ensure patient safety and operational efficiency.

This role involves hands-on decontamination, adherence to SOPs, and mentoring Apprentice CSSD Technicians in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a decontamination / sterile services environment.
• Knowledge of cleaning, disinfection, and sterilisation of medical devices.
• Understanding of infection control, COSHH, HTM guidelines, and ISO standards.
• Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures accurately and escalate faults appropriately.
• NVQ Level 3 in Decontamination Science (or equivalent experience).

Responsibilities

• Carry out decontamination processes including disassembly, cleaning, sterilisation, and reassembly of devices.
• Adhere to Standard Operating Procedures and Quality Management Systems.
• Support and guide Apprentice CSSD Technicians in daily activities.
• Maintain accurate tracking records using HESSDA systems and monitor stock levels.
• Communicate with clinical teams and escalate non-conformance issues appropriately.

Skills

Decontamination

Sterile services

Infection control

COSHH knowledge

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Decontamination Science

Tools

HESSDA system

Job description

The Harley Street Clinic, part of HCA Healthcare UK, is seeking a CSSD Technician to join the Sterile Services team in London. You will support decontamination and distribution of reusable medical devices, working closely with theatres and clinical staff to ensure patient safety and operational efficiency.

This role involves hands-on decontamination, adherence to SOPs, and mentoring Apprentice CSSD Technicians in a fast-paced hospital environment.