Decontamination Technician - Central Sterile Supply Department

Job Description

Night Decontamination Technician 

Braintree

Full Time - 37.5 Hours

We are now inviting applications for the post of Decontamination Technician. This is a full-time position and is based at Ramsay Sterile Services East, Braintree.

The Hub is operational 24/7 and we are open to discussing flexible working patterns.

We are looking for enthusiastic, motivated individuals who have already worked within the field of Decontamination of re-usable medical devices for at least 2 years, or who have completed a recognised decontamination course (NVQ/TVQ/Technical Certificate).

For those looking for progression we offer training and development including the opportunity to undertake the IDSc Technical Certificate.  We are looking for people to develop their careers with us, so if you feel you need to move forward with a fresh start, come and meet the team for an informal visit.

The successful applicant must have:

Experience as a Decontamination Technician within a health care setting or a similar role in a similar environment

Sound written and verbal communication skills

Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently as required

Good computer skills (MS Office package)

Flexibility and adaptability

Demonstrated customer service skills

Key responsibilities include:

Performing the full decontamination cycle on re-usable medical devices (surgical instruments) to the highest of standards, in line within all Ramsay policies and procedures

Participate fully in quality control processes ensuring procedures and documentation is completed accurately at all times

In return we offer:

25 Days Leave + Bank Holidays

Buy & Sell Flexi Leave Options

Private Pension where Ramsay will match up to 5% after a qualifying period

Flexible shift patterns available where possible

Enhanced Competitive Parental Leave Policies

Private Medical Cover with option to add partner & dependants

Life Assurance (Death in Service) x3 base salary

Free Training and Development via the Ramsay Academy

Free Parking on site (where possible)

Concerts for Carers

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle2Work scheme available, in partnership with Halfords

The Blue Light Card Scheme

About Us:

Ramsay Health Care UK is a well-established global hospital group with over 50 years’ experience. It is well respected within the healthcare industry and is one of the leading providers of independent hospital services in England.

We love people with a positive, “can do” attitude who want to make a difference in their work. "Our employees are Ramsay." The skills and commitment of our employees forms the basis for our success.

“The Ramsay Way” culture recognises that people – staff and doctors – are Ramsay Health Care’s most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success.

To ask any questions before applying, please contact Amy on (email address removed)

We care.
 

It’s more than what we do, it’s who we are. Everything we do is about striving to deliver the best care. And it's a belief that's as true today as it was when we welcomed our first patients in 1964.
 

“The Ramsay Way” culture recognises that our people are our most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success.

We are proud to support the UK’s Armed Forces and Reservists and have already achieved the Silver Award as part of the MOD’s Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme. The scheme recognises employers who actively support Defence while encouraging other organisations to adopt the same behaviours in their workplace. As a company we are committed to supporting the wider Armed Forces community and this includes our staff as well as our patients.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to background and DBS checks