Overview
Harrogate Integrated Facilities are inviting applications to fill a Decontamination Technician post in our Sterile Services Department.
Days and hours of work are to be discussed at interview.
Responsibilities
* The Sterile Services Technician will support the provision of a professional decontamination service by performing technical duties in all aspects of the decontamination process. The post holder will provide a customer focused service to staff, managers, clients and suppliers.
* The Sterile Services Department is responsible for assessing and implementing the correct method of disinfection, packaging and sterilising of all medical devices that are to be processed in the department, in accordance with quality standards and current work instructions.
* To maintain a quality system for review by the Notified Body against the requirements of the quality standards for compliance against ISO13485 and the Medical Device Directive 93/42 EEC annex V (sterility only).
Qualifications and Experience
Essential
* Good general education
Desirable
* Level 2 Apprenticeship in healthcare science
Knowledge and Experience
* Essential: Previous customer care experience
Desirable: Knowledge of ISO standards; Previous experience working in decontamination
Training and Progression
Following a successful probation period and full training in the department, the candidate will be offered an Apprenticeship Standard 099 in Healthcare Science Assistant L2.
About Us
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust (HDFT) cares for the population in Harrogate and the local area, as well as across North Yorkshire, Leeds and parts of the North East. We value Kindness, Integrity, Teamwork and Equality. If you are looking for an interesting and rewarding career in the NHS, where you can make a real difference to patients\' lives, HDFT could be the place for you!
We Offer Colleagues
* A supportive culture so colleagues can bring their whole selves to work.
* Staff Recognition - including Making a Difference & Team of the Month Awards, and annual Colleague Recognition Awards.
* Employee Support and wellbeing - benefits including an Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and a fast-track Physiotherapy service.
Important Notes
* Due to high levels of interest, posts may close early if we reach a sufficient number of applications.
* Visa sponsorship is only available for certain roles. Please ensure the role meets the visa criteria before applying.
* The Trust does not offer relocation packages for Agenda for Change roles.
Details
Date posted: 15 September 2025
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 2
Salary: £24,465 a year per annum (pro rata)
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Location: Harrogate District Hospital, Lancaster Park Road, Harrogate, HG2 7SX
Job Description
Job responsibilities: For further information please see the Job Description & Personal Specification attached. If you have any questions regarding the role, please contact 01423 557367.
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