Sterile Processing Tech – OR Support & Endoscope Care

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center; Exeter; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Exeter seeks an Instrument Sterilization Technician to decontaminate, assemble and sterilize surgical instruments, and perform endoscope decontamination in line with policies.

You will support the OR and outpatient areas, operate washer and sterilizers, and maintain a clean, safe work environment while following infection control standards. This role requires basic computer skills, good attention to detail, and physical ability to lift and move equipment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• No formal experience required.
• Working knowledge of computers; organized with attention to detail.
• Physical ability to frequently lift 28 lbs and occasionally 50 lbs; constant standing.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate, assemble and sterilize surgical instruments per policies and manufacturer instructions.
• Decontaminate and high-level disinfect Endoscopes per hospital procedures.
• Provide operational support to the OR by responding to patient care needs.
• Perform washer, steam sterilizer, low temp sterilizer, and OER testing per policy.
• Retrieve, restock and deliver instruments to departments and doctor offices.
• Maintain a clean work environment in compliance with regulations and infection control standards.

Skills

Computer literacy

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Exeter seeks an Instrument Sterilization Technician to decontaminate, assemble and sterilize surgical instruments, and perform endoscope decontamination in line with policies.

You will support the OR and outpatient areas, operate washer and sterilizers, and maintain a clean, safe work environment while following infection control standards. This role requires basic computer skills, good attention to detail, and physical ability to lift and move equipment.