Decontamination Technician
Croydon Health Services NHS Trust
London, CR7 7YE
Salary
£30,142
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
4 September 2026
4 days left
Job description
Decontamination Technician Band 2 *Please do not apply for this role if you have previously applied in the last six months* We are looking for a enthu...
- To assist in the reprocessing and distribution of medical and surgical reusable devices for use in patient.
- After a qualifying period the post holder will be expected to occasionally work on their own and participate in the on-call.
- To work at all times in accordance with the department's Quality Management System.
- To demonstrate a flexible "can do" attitude and respond to major incidents.
- This role involves manual handling, exposure to blood and bodily fluids, and working with chemicals and machinery. There is no involvement with patients.
Please see the attached supporting document which contains more information about the role in job description and person specification.
Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provide hospital and community services from a number of community and specialist clinics throughout Croydon. The Trust was formed on 1st August 2010 through the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust. Around 4,100 staff provide services for a population of over 360,000 people who are relatively young with a high level of ethnic diversity.
Our main hospital site, Croydon University Hospital is one of the busiest in London. We're also leading the way in providing more healthcare outside hospitals at clinics, specialist centres and in people's homes. Our experienced district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons look after people of all ages across Croydon and our Children's Hospital at Home cares for children with long-term conditions without them having to come to hospital.
Across the NHS everyone is working hard to meet growing demand and we're no exception. But with the right people on board, we are rising to this challenge, putting our people in the driving seat, encouraging innovation and transforming our services to give local people the quality of care they deserve. Croydon Health Services puts a great deal of importance on education and training throughout the careers of all of our staff. As well as offering access to a range of core skills training and professional development.
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- GCSE/O level /equivalent in English and Maths
Desirable
- IDSc Technical Certificate Decontamination Certificates
KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING
Essential
- Treating medical devices as if the patient they will be used on is your loved one. Contributing to the creation of a happy and friendly environment that encourages cooperation and support - team work
EXPERIENCE
Desirable
- Experience in a similar unit Trained Decontamination Technician
SKILLS/ABILITIES/ PERSONAL QUALITIES
Essential
- Must be prepared to handle equipment that bears residual bodily fluids which are mainly blood. Physically able to lift loads and use manual handling aids. Attention to detail. Sense of urgency. Quick and accurate. Ability to work in a team. Ability to work on own initiative. Effective communicator. Confidence to promptly report any problems - product or people related. English literacy and numeracy. Available to work evenings, Saturdays, Bank Holidays and out of hours on-call as part of a rota.
Desirable
- Understanding of systems and procedures within Sterile Services and Endoscopy Departments. Knowledge of surgical instrumentation
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
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First seen
24 August 2026
Last checked
26 August 2026
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