Sterile Services Technician (Decontamination)

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking staff for the Sterile Services Department to reprocess reusable medical devices, ensure stock levels, and support delivery/collection duties. The role operates within a Quality Management System and requires strict adherence to safety and handling procedures across washroom, clean room, and autoclave areas.

The department performs within approved policies; staff must be adaptable to varying hours (06:00–02:00) and contribute to a high

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
• Good interpersonal skills and teamwork.
• Flexible in handling daily tasks and changing workloads.
• Ability to follow established policies and procedures.
• Professional attitude and punctuality.
• Strong time management and organisational skills.
• Willingness to carry out the full duties of the job description.

Responsibilities

• Stock Control: maintain stock rotation and minimum levels; top up materials daily.
• Decontamination Process (Washroom): wear PPE, follow washroom procedures, safe handling and cleaning of instruments.
• Decontamination Process (Clean room): wear correct footwear and clothing, cleaning tasks, hand hygiene, equipment handling, track and trace (Scantrack).
• Decontamination Process (Autoclave Area): PPE compliance, cleaning tasks, safe machine use, track and trace all equipment.
• Delivery and collection: segregate sterile/contaminated items, use correct trolleys, track equipment, ensure safe handling and packing; assist in training new staff.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Flexible approach

Policy adherence

Professional attitude

Time management

Duties understanding

Quality service

Education

Willing to undertake further training

Job description

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking staff for the Sterile Services Department to reprocess reusable medical devices, ensure stock levels, and support delivery/collection duties. The role operates within a Quality Management System and requires strict adherence to safety and handling procedures across washroom, clean room, and autoclave areas.

The department performs within approved policies; staff must be adaptable to varying hours (06:00–02:00) and contribute to a high