Job Overview
Responsible for carrying out tasks related to the decontamination process, including the cleaning, disinfection, inspection, packing, and sterilisation of medical instruments and equipment. These items are prepared to ensure they are safe and ready for use in patient treatment across Theatres, Wards, and other clinical departments, in compliance with established protocols and infection control standards.
Responsibilities
Carry out all tasks associated with the decontamination process, including:
* Cleaning, disinfection, inspection, packing, and sterilisation of medical instruments and equipment.
* Ensuring all items are prepared to the highest standards for use in Theatres, Wards, and other clinical departments.
Operate and maintain decontamination equipment in accordance with departmental protocols and manufacturer guidelines.
Perform quality checks to ensure compliance with infection control and health & safety standards.
Accurately record and maintain documentation relating to instrument processing and traceability.
Assist with stock control and the safe storage of sterile items.
Communicate effectively with colleagues and clinical teams to support service delivery.
Driving Duties (as required)
* Transport sterile instruments and equipment between hospital sites or departments.
* Ensure safe handling and secure delivery of items in line with HB policies.
Eligibility and Sponsorship
Applicants who are not UK or Republic of Ireland nationals will require sponsorship to obtain either a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa unless they already hold permission to work via another route. Prospective applicants should self‑assess their eligibility for sponsorship by visiting the UK Government's Work in the UK guidance. For eligible candidates, the Health and Care Visa offers reduced application costs and exempts payment of the annual Immigration Health Surcharge.
Application Process
Please ensure you check your email regularly, as all recruitment correspondence will be sent to the email address provided on your application form.
Applications are welcome in either Welsh or English, with no preference given to the language used.
We reserve the right to close a vacancy early or withdraw an advertisement to accommodate the redeployment of internal staff into suitable roles. All posts are subject to relevant checks, including a Disclosure and Barring Service check and, where required, Professional Registration verification.
Location & Employer
Located in the heart of South Wales, we are central to Cardiff, Newport, and Swansea. Deeply rooted in our community, as an NHS organisation we provide compassionate patient care and build healthier communities together.
We are part of Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board (CTM), one of Wales's largest employers, serving a large population across a diverse and beautiful region.
Values
* We listen, learn, and improve.
* We treat everyone with respect.
* We work together as one team.
Benefits
CTM employees enjoy benefits including a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.
Welsh Language Skills
Welsh Skills Desirable: This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. This doesn't mean essential; whilst the candidate doesn't need to have skills in Welsh, we'll consider it an advantage when short‑listing and selecting candidates. This isn't 'fluency', just Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means basic conversations with patients about their everyday health. For more information, see 'Welsh Language Guidance' in the documents right at the bottom.
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