Medical Devices Support Specialist- Blackburn

KARL STORZ SE & Co. KG; Blackburn; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

34 days holiday

Private Medical

Medical cash back scheme

Company sick pay

Life Assurance

Critical illness and income protection

Job summary

KARL STORZ SE & Co. KG in the Blackburn area is seeking an On-Site Endoscopic Specialist to join our team within a hospital setting.

You will support endoscopes, instruments, camera systems and related equipment, ensuring availability and performance for surgical procedures. Working closely with clinical teams and sterile services, you will maintain equipment, deliver exceptional customer service, and contribute to theatre efficiency and patient safety.

Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare or hospital environment.
• Experience in endoscopy, theatres, sterile services, decontamination, medical devices, or technical support.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive mindset and willingness to learn.
• Good written and verbal English.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day support for KARL STORZ endoscopes, instruments, camera systems and related equipment within a hospital setting.
• Ensure equipment is maintained, available and ready to support surgical procedures.
• Collaborate with clinical teams, sterile services, operating theatres and hospital stakeholders to deliver exceptional customer service.
• Contribute to theatre efficiency, equipment uptime and patient safety.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Independence

Customer-focused

English proficiency

IT skills

Healthcare environment experience

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Healthcare or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Reporting systems

Job description

At KARL STORZ, we take pride in helping patients
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We are making contributions that matter.
Regardless of your role, YOU improve patients' lives every day.

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Medical Devices Support Specialist- Blackburn

Job Function: Repair & Service

Location: GB

Work Location (for field-based positions): Lancashire, UK

Work Flexibility: Field-based (Hospital)

At KARL STORZ, we are globally recognised as a leader in endoscopic imaging and surgical technology. Our innovative solutions support clinicians across a wide range of specialities, helping healthcare professionals deliver outstanding patient care.

We are seeking an On-Site Endoscopic Specialist (East Lancs Hospitals) to join our growing team and become an integral part of a customer healthcare facility. This is a unique opportunity to work at the heart of a clinical environment, supporting the availability, performance, and safe operation of world-class endoscopic equipment that clinicians rely on every day.

If you enjoy problem-solving, working directly with healthcare professionals, and making a real difference to patient outcomes, we would love to hear from you.

About the Role

As an On-Site Endoscopic Specialist, you will provide dedicated day-to-day support for KARL STORZ endoscopes, instruments, camera systems, and associated equipment within a hospital setting.

Working closely with clinical teams, sterile services, operating theatres, and hospital stakeholders, you will ensure equipment is maintained, available, and ready to support surgical procedures while delivering exceptional customer service.

What We're Looking For

We welcome applications from candidates with experience in healthcare, endoscopy, theatres, sterile services, decontamination, medical devices, or technical support environments.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and prioritise effectively.
• Professional, customer-focused approach.
• Ability to remain calm and effective under pressure.
• Good written and verbal English skills.
• Competent IT skills including Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and reporting systems.
• A proactive mindset with a willingness to learn and develop.
• Experience working within a healthcare or hospital environment.
• NHS theatre, endoscopy, sterile services, CSSD, HSDU, or clinical support experience.
• NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Healthcare or a related discipline.
• Experience handling or supporting medical devices and equipment.

What You'll Gain

• The opportunity to work with industry-leading surgical technology.
• Structured training and development through our On-Site Endoscopic Specialist Programme.
• Career development opportunities within a global medical device organisation.
• A collaborative and supportive team environment.
• The chance to make a meaningful contribution to patient care and clinical efficiency every day.

This role offers a high degree of autonomy and responsibility, with a direct impact on theatre efficiency, equipment uptime, patient safety, and customer satisfaction.

• 34 days holiday (inclusive of public holidays)
• Private Medical
• Medical cash back scheme
• Company sick pay
• Life Assurance
• Critical illness and income protection (service requirements apply)