Decontamination Technician

**Decontamination Technician**

**Ramsay Sterile Services North West, Preston**

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: **

Relevant experience as a decontamination technician within a health care setting
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
Willingness to work the occasional night shift once competence is achieved

**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**:
Competitive salary Plus Enhancements (if eligible)
33 days annual leave inc bank holidays which increase with service (pro rata)
Private Healthcare
Contributory Pension Scheme
Life Assurance
Excellent Training and Development Opportunities
Free on-site Parking

**About Us**:
Ramsay Health Care UK have 2 purpose built sterile services/decontamination supercentres in Braintree Essex and in Preston Lancashire. They have been open for the past 11 years and service 9 Ramsay hospitals in their regions. Both facilities are accredited to the ISO 13485 standard and are proud to deliver excellence in medical device decontamination within the sector.
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.
Committed to quality, equality and opportunity for all.

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 people - staff and doctors - are Ramsay Health Care’s most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success.

We encourage all Ramsay employees to participate in public health vaccination programmes including flu and Covid 19.