Theatre Sterile Services Technician - Fast Instrument Prep

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Greater London is seeking an experienced Sterile Services Operative to work in a dynamic team responsible for cleaning, decontaminating, and sterilizing surgical instruments. The ideal candidate will have NVQ Level 3 and experience within the NHS, demonstrating the ability to work independently and in a team. This position offers a salary range of £24,937 to £26,598 annually, along with opportunities for professional development and engagement in a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Engagement in diversity initiatives

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate teamwork skills and communicate effectively in stressful situations.
• Experience in sterile services or theatre department is essential.
• Technical competence in operating relevant sterilisation equipment required.

Responsibilities

• Work with management to meet production needs of the department.
• Ensure compliance with all local policies and procedures.
• Wash and decontaminate surgical instruments according to policies.
• Repack and prepare instrument sets for theatres as per work instructions.
• Sterilize instrument packs using steam autoclaves.

Skills

Teamwork

Effective communication

Initiative

Computer literacy

Quality Management System awareness

Education

5 GCSE's / O Levels or equivalent

Decontamination NVQ Level 3 or Equivalent

Full or part member of IDSc/CSC

Tools

Sterilisers

Washer/disinfectors

Job description

A leading healthcare organization in Greater London is seeking an experienced Sterile Services Operative to work in a dynamic team responsible for cleaning, decontaminating, and sterilizing surgical instruments. The ideal candidate will have NVQ Level 3 and experience within the NHS, demonstrating the ability to work independently and in a team. This position offers a salary range of £24,937 to £26,598 annually, along with opportunities for professional development and engagement in a supportive work environment.