Technical Specialist - Medical Devices Decontamination

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Rottington; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in the UK seeks a Technical Specialist for managing decontamination of medical devices. Responsibilities include providing technical oversight, delivering accredited training, and ensuring compliance with health standards. Ideal candidates should possess relevant technical qualifications and strong expertise in medical decontamination processes. This role offers flexible working arrangements and development opportunities.

Benefits

On-site facilities

Discounted travel

Staff wellbeing resources

Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven knowledge in decontamination of medical devices.
• Experience with overseeing clinical decontamination services.
• Ability to deliver accredited training programs.

Responsibilities

• Manage technical oversight for medical device decontamination.
• Deliver training and education programs to healthcare staff.
• Ensure compliance with statutory and legislative guidelines.

Skills

Technical expertise in decontamination

Management of decontamination processes

Accredited training delivery

Regulatory compliance awareness

Education

Relevant technical qualification

Job description

Overview

A Vacancy at Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. The Technical Specialist provides oversight management and technical expertise for clients in areas where decontamination of re-usable medical devices is carried out, including Sterile Services Units, Endoscopy Departments, hospital wards, ITU, OPD, Operating Theatres, Podiatry and Dental services. The post holder is also required to deliver accredited decontamination training and education programmes nationally to the healthcare sector.

The post holder will ensure that all work is carried out to the highest possible standard and in accordance with the AVM quality system and procedures manual to fulfil the Trust’s objectives. The role includes acting as the Authorised Person (Decontamination) for installed decontamination equipment, as defined by Department of Health guidelines at various NHS Trusts, Private Healthcare Establishments and Commercial Organisations.

Work will be conducted to the highest standards within statutory, legislative, NHS technical memoranda, Health Building Notes, International, European and British Standards, and other local/NHS guidelines. The post holder will have technical responsibility for the installed decontamination equipment and autonomy to manage delegated projects within strict guidelines. The role also includes providing technical support and expert guidance on decontamination equipment, including trend analysis of critical data.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight management and technical expertise for decontamination of reusable medical devices across multiple clinical areas.
• Deliver accredited decontamination training and education programmes nationally to the healthcare sector.
• Act as Authorised Person (Decontamination) for installed decontamination equipment in accordance with Department of Health guidelines.
• Ensure work complies with AVM quality system, procedures manual, and all statutory/legislative requirements and NHS standards and guidelines (NHS Technical Memoranda, Health Building Notes, International/European/British Standards).
• Exercise technical control of installed decontamination equipment and manage delegated projects with appropriate governance.
• Provide technical support and guidance for decontamination equipment, including trend analysis of critical data.

About CUH

Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke’s Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 13,000 staff and over 1,100 beds, the Trust focuses on a quality service centered on people — patients, staff and partners. CUH provides accessible high-quality healthcare for local residents and specialist services for regional, national and international populations. Values: Together, Safe, Kind, Excellent.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community and encourages applications from all backgrounds. We welcome applicants irrespective of age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, or socio-economic background.

Additional Information

Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack for key duties and responsibilities. As per Home Office guidelines, the Trust is unable to offer sponsorship for this position. For immigration rules, a Student visa holder may not be offered a full-time permanent contract unless specific visa conditions are met. NHS Cambridgeshire and Peterborough-based applicants identified as at risk of redundancy will be prioritized in the shortlisting process, but interviews cannot be guaranteed.

Benefits

CUH offers development opportunities and a range of benefits including on-site facilities, discounted travel, and staff wellbeing resources. Flexible working arrangements may be considered. We welcome discussions about required hours with the contact provided.

Closing and Interviews

This vacancy will close at midnight on 15 September 2025. Interviews are due to be held on 22 September 2025; any changes will be communicated.

This advert closes on Monday 15 Sep 2025.