Sterile Services Technician I Full Time NEW

At STERIS, we help our Customers create a healthier and safer world by providing innovative healthcare and life science product and service solutions around the globe.About UsHOW YOU WILL MAKE A DIFFERENCEAt STERIS Instrument Processing we are experts in surgical instrument sterilisation. We offer on and offsite re-processing, alongside reliable instrument maintenance solutions. Our diverse and talented teams use cutting edge technology to ensure that the highest quality of infection prevention is delivered to our customers.We are currently recruiting for a Sterile Services Technician vacancy. This is an excellent opportunity to join the business at an entry-level and receive world-class training to get you on to a defined career pathway. About YouDo you want to spend your working time making a difference in the world around you? Are you passionate about helping our incredible national health service make a difference? Do you care about keeping vulnerable patients safe? If so, then a career with STERIS Instrument Processing would be a great fit for you.WORKING PATTERN12 weeks training, the first few weeks you will work on Monday-Friday at 10-6pm.Thereafter, training will continue during your regular shift hours which will be;Mon – Fri, 1300 pm – 2100 pmContracted hours: 37.5 hours per weekBreaks: 30‑minute unpaid break per shiftWhat You Will DoFollowing a highly regulated end to end sterilization/decontamination process on surgical instruments that have been used in operations in local NHS and private hospitals, to ensure they can be used again safely for the next patient. Ensuring the effective preparation of sterile consumables (dressings, linen, surgical instruments, and equipment) by the process of decontamination, inspection assembly and packing within predefined quality standards.Rigorously checking, washing, laying up and packing sets of theatre instruments to meet contract specifications within predefined quality standards. Safely operating and monitoring machines and equipment (washer/disinfectors, ultrasonic and sterilisers) effectively.Ensuring that repairs and missing instruments or equipment are recorded and logged on the Tracking and Traceability computer system (SynergyTrak).Ensuring that repaired instruments or equipment are returned to stock or the appropriate coded sets or the Trust’s appointed person. What’s In It For YouAn annual salary of £25,272 plus a 5% performance bonus, and generous shift allowances if you work overtime/unsociable hours!Full structured and comprehensive trainingOngoing education leading to industry-recognised qualificationsDefined career path when fully operationalA diverse and people-centric culture25 days annual leave plus 9 bank holidaysWhether you have no experience whatsoever, or you have previously worked in the healthcare industry, we want to hear from you! We are a committed equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all backgrounds. We cannot wait to meet you!Required ExperienceEducated to a good general standard with demonstrable verbal and numerical abilities.Basic end-user IT skills to operate track and traceability IT systems.SkillsFlexibilityTeamworkIntegrityWorking under pressureAccountabilityAttention to detailFor more information about us, please visit our STERIS Instrument Processing website: https://www.steris-ims.co.uk/STERIS plc provides employment and advancement opportunities without regard to age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion/belief, sex (gender), sexual orientation or any other legally protected characteristic as defined by UK employment law. The Company bases all employment decisions on merit, qualifications, skills, and abilities with the intention that the best candidate is selected for each position. STERIS is a leading global provider of products and services that support patient care with an emphasis on infection prevention. WE HELP OUR CUSTOMERS CREATE A HEALTHIER AND SAFER WORLD by providing innovative healthcare and life sciences products and services around the globe. For more information, visit www.steris.com.STERIS strives to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.