Sterile Processing Technician

NHS; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Plymouth is seeking a Decontamination Technician to ensure the safe reprocessing of surgical equipment and instruments. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a production environment, knowledge of surgical instruments, and must be willing to work towards NVQs in decontamination. The role supports various healthcare settings and requires effective communication within a dynamic team environment.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Ability to work towards apprenticeship NVQs at level 2 and 3.
• Demonstrable experience required of Surgical Instruments and Decontamination procedures.
• Must have excellent administrative and numerate skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in receiving customer requests and progressing high priority items.
• Communicate with Theatres and other departments.
• Provide a specialised decontamination service.

Skills

Basic IT skills

Experience in a Production Environment

Knowledge of Surgical Instruments

Assembly skills

Good communication skills

Education

GCSE Standard in English, Maths and a science subject

NVQ Level 2 and 3 in Decontamination

Tools

Decontamination equipment

Job description

A healthcare provider in Plymouth is seeking a Decontamination Technician to ensure the safe reprocessing of surgical equipment and instruments. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a production environment, knowledge of surgical instruments, and must be willing to work towards NVQs in decontamination. The role supports various healthcare settings and requires effective communication within a dynamic team environment.