NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non‑clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.
The Role
Working within NHSGGC’s Central Decontamination Unit (CDU), you will play a vital behind‑the‑scenes role in supporting safe, high‑quality patient care. As part of a dedicated team, you’ll help ensure surgical instruments and medical devices are prepared to the highest standards for use across our hospitals. The Cowlairs Central Decontamination Unit provides a full decontamination/sterilisation service to Theatres, Clinics and Community services within the Glasgow area of the Health Board and reprocesses, on average, 12 million reusable instruments per year.
Duration, Location, and Working Pattern
* Cowlairs Central Decontamination Unit
* Monday to Friday, 12:00 to 20:00
Key Responsibilities
* Work across all areas of the Central Decontamination Unit, including Decontamination, Assembly/Check/Packaging and Sterilisation, following structured training
* Develop the skills needed to become fully multiskilled, allowing you to work flexibly across CDU zones in line with service needs
* Once trained, rotate regularly between CDU zones, maintaining competence and contributing to a consistent, high‑quality service
* Carry out the decontamination, assembly, packaging and sterilisation of reusable medical devices, directly supporting patient safety
* Operate specialised equipment and complete accurate records to ensure full traceability of instruments
* Work collaboratively with colleagues, following infection control, health and safety and quality standards, and taking pride in delivering a reliable and professional service
Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job
* A basic understanding of the decontamination of medical devices and surgical instruments is essential to support safe and effective patient care
* A good general education, including literacy and numeracy skills, with manual dexterity desirable, to enable accurate handling, checking and processing of instruments
* Willingness and ability to complete structured training across the Central Decontamination Unit, including Decontamination, Assembly, Checking, Packaging and Sterilisation
* Previous knowledge or experience of decontamination processes is advantageous, although full training will be provided for the right candidate
* Ability to learn and work to strict quality, infection control and health & safety procedures, maintaining high standards at all times
* Good communication skills and a positive team‑working approach, with the flexibility to adapt to changing service demands
What We Offer
We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.
* A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
* Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
* Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
* Development opportunities including study bursaries, e‑learning and classroom‑based courses
* Enhanced pay for working public holidays
* NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
* Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies
E Quality, Diversity and Inclusion
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.
Armed Forces Covenant
By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.
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