Overview
£27,222 per annum + excellent benefits
We’re looking for a Sterile Services Technician to join our CSSD team based at London Bridge Hospital. This role provides a high quality comprehensive sterilisation service of sterile instrument sets and singly packed instruments for the treatment of patients in theatres and departments.
Location: London Bridge Hospital, London
Hours: Full Time, 37.5 hours per week, Monday – Friday, 2pm to 10pm
Contract: Permanent
What You’ll Do
* Receipt of used medical devices in the decontamination area from all users of the service
* Basic testing of equipment
* Ensure all tools used in the decontamination area are functioning and report faulty equipment
* Ensure availability of cleaning equipment and correct level of detergents in the washer/disinfector machines
* Understand the inspection, assembly and processing of reusable medical devices
* Assist in assuring adequate sterile supplies are available
* Store sterile/decontaminated articles in the correct manner
* Maintain correct records and provide information as required
What You’ll Bring
* Experience working in a sterile services department
* Knowledge of relevant hospital policies and procedures either within the NHS or private hospital setting
* Health and Safety training including Lifting and Handling training
* A real team player with excellent communication, attention to detail and the ability to recognise and report faults in equipment
Why HCA UK?
Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has grown to be one of the world’s leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we are one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare. We offer career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both mental and physical wellbeing.
Benefits
* 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave
* Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals
* Private pension contribution which increases with length of service
* Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme
* Group Life Assurance from day one
* Critical illness cover
* Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
* Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland
* Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits
* Discounts with over 800 major retailers
Culture and values
At HCA UK we believe exceptional care starts with our people. We celebrate the unique perspectives and experiences each of us bring; when you feel seen, heard and supported you can be at your best for our patients and colleagues. Our Mission is Simple: Above all else we’re committed to the care and improvement of human life. We live and breathe four core values:
* Unique and Individual: We recognise and value everyone as unique and individual
* Kindness and compassion: We treat people with kindness and compassion
* Honesty, integrity and fairness: We act with absolute honesty, integrity and fairness
* Loyalty, respect and dignity: We trust and treat one another as valued members of the HCA UK family with loyalty, respect and dignity
Reasonable adjustments
We believe everyone should feel comfortable to bring their full self to work and be afforded the same opportunities. As a Disability Confident committed organisation, we’re happy to discuss flexible working arrangements and offer reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process and in the workplace.
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