Sterile Services Technician

We are looking for committed individuals to help us deliver an excellent Decontamination service.
You would be involved in the Cleaning, Inspection, Assembly, Packing and Sterilising of medical devices including Endoscopes for the supply to Wards, Departments and Theatres throughout the organisation.
You will be based at Brighton but may be required to travel to the other site occasionally as required.
If you are happy to work in any area on a range of tasks and provide excellent support to our existing experienced staff by putting our patients at the heart of everything you do, we want to hear from you.
If you have exceptional written and verbal communication skills, you pride yourself on your organisation and prioritisation skills as well as being able to use IT software, we welcome your application. Finally, please let us know if you have had NHS experience in Sterile Services or any other area.
Training will be provided internally and progression to band 3 after completing internal training modules and a minimum of 12 months experience., The Decontamination and Sterile Services Technician is responsible for providing effective safe and efficient collection, decontamination (washing, disinfection and sterilization) and distribution of re-usable medical devices for use in direct patient care with complex speciality demands, including devices, of varied design which are of a delicate and valuable nature (e.g. £75,000 each).
Technicians must comply with the essential requirements of the Medical Device Regulations, the SSD maintains a quality system (I.S.O 13485:2016), this is a legal requirement under the consumer protection act, see appendix A for standards involved.
To ensure the proper functionality and operation of equipment used in medical and surgical specialities both Trust wide and for external customers e.g. Trauma, Cardiac, Neurological, Ophthalmic, General, Vascular, Day Surgery, Urological, Orthopaedic, Maxillo Facial, Plastic, Gynaecology, Paediatrics, Obstetrics, Clinics, Wards, Endoscopy.
To undertake quality checks for cleanliness and functionality of equipment, before distribution to customers in accordance with Legislation and Quality Systems ISO 13485:2016 and UKMDR:2002 and Health and Safety.
To collect and accept delivery of used equipment from all customers including external agencies.
To undertake the daily testing and validation of decontamination equipment and maintain the appropriate records, recording and reporting faults to ensure timely repairs and maintenance.

Working for our organisation
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a
buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex., On a rotational basis duties include; receiving, disassembly and cleaning of contaminated equipment.
To inspect, test, assemble, pack, sterilize and distribute instruments and equipment for supply to customers, wards, departments, theatres and external customers.
To assess and approve, work of colleagues and others.
To record all the essential stages of the decontamination/sterilisation process.
Operate and test all equipment within the department.
To make a diagnosis of daily test results on machinery used in SSD and inform relevant personnel if results are contrary to the required standards; ISO 13485:2016 and UKMDR:2002 and Health and Safety.
Carry out functionality tests on all re-usable medical devices.
To record and process the test results and demonstrate compliance, so as to enable audits and facilitate analysis.
Assist with Planned Preventive Maintenance.
Carry out all duties in line with the Trusts Health and Safety policies.
Carry out all duties in line with the Departments accredited Quality System.
Receive and document goods and equipment, check delivery notes against goods delivered for accuracy and record non-conformances.
To participate as part of the on call team as required especially in emergencies.
Assist in restocking of supplies and record all information required.
Carry out assigned clerical tasks as required.
Keep areas clean and tidy; maintain a safe and compliant environment.
Deliver the workload within the agreed time and to the required customer service level agreement.
Prioritise, depending on customer requirements to ensure, minimal disruption to patient care e.g. surgical lists and trust waiting list initiatives/targets.
To collect, process and distribute essential medical devices and sterile packs throughout the trust including clinics and outside agencies in accordance with legislation and quality systems ISO 13485:2016, UKMDR:2002 and Health and Safety.
General information for applicants
As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check . We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.
Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for those that meet the Visa and Immigrations eligibility criteria. For further information please visit the gov.uk website searching for Skilled Worker.
Please apply as early as you're able for this role. In the event of exceptional interest we may close adverts earlier than specified.
UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications
Further Information
For help with the application process for non medical vacancies only, please contact the Resourcing Team by Email: [email protected]

At UHSussex we're proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK's largest acute Trusts, we're a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.
Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal - to always put our Patient First . In fact our mission is summed up by our 'where better never stops' motto and you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.