Job summary
You will be required to use keyboards, touch screens and scanners.
To experience repeated periods of intense concentration.
To develop a high degree of manual dexterity, accuracy, precision, and speed.
To push/manoeuvre trolleys, manually handle instruments, sets and stock.
To work while standing for prolonged periods of time.
To understand how to operate a PC, scanners, and label printers in order to operate computerised traceability system.
To develop an extensive knowledge of medical devices and their functions.
To use your initiative for routine and non-routine day-to-day tasks.
Main duties of the job
The Cleaning, Checking /Packing and Sterilising of medical equipment.Use of a tracking computerised system.
About us
North Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 staff providing healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset from our award-winning hospital building at Southmead. We are the regional Major Trauma Centre, and an internationally recognised centre of excellence in a range of services and major specialities. Our vision is that by enabling our teams to be the best that they can be, we will provide exceptional healthcare, personally delivered.
North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti-discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups.
Details
Date posted
02 February 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£24,465 a year pa pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
339-DF2090-CCC
Job locations
Southmead Hospital
Southmead Road
Bristol
BS10 5NB
Job description
Job responsibilities
Raw Material Store & Endoscopy Storerooms
Process orders using correct documentation; ensure rotation of stocks, removal of external packaging.
Pushing/manoeuvring trolleys, manual handling of instrument sets and stock.
Take part in stock take exercises when required.
Comply with legislation relating to required storage conditions e.g., temperature, humidity, COSHH and manual handling.
Responsible for maintaining levels of stock and the raising of orders for raw materials.
Washrooms
Carry out daily test & maintenance on all Washer/Disinfectors, Trolley Washers, Niagara SI Ultrasonic WDs, Medisafe Ultrasonic Cleaner and Automatic Endoscope Reprocesses (AERs) and record the test results to demonstrate compliance, so as to enable audits and facilitate analysis.
Follow Washroom protocols and standard operating procedures all the time.
To log all incoming set, scopes and instruments into the department via the Fingerprint Tracker computer system and prioritise workload.
To check that all equipment is present and correct.
Report any discrepancies to the customer and the Team Leader/Production Coordinator immediately.
Complete the relevant documents for non-conformances.
To wash and decontaminate medical devices according to the departments policies and procedures, particularly Health and safety and Control of Infection.
To take delivery of and process unique specialist loan medical device for use in complex clinical procedures, following the manufacturers instructions.
To be able to recognise single use equipment and dispose of as appropriate.
Deal with customers queries and reschedule workload as Fast Track items as received.
Receive and document contaminated equipment, check delivery notes against equipment delivered for accuracy and record non-conformances (NCR) where necessary.
Adhere to specified levels of Personal Protective equipment and universal precaution for Cytotoxic, NICE Guidance & CJD (Creutzfeldt - Jakob Disease) Policies.
Disposal of waste bags to include clinical waste, sharps containers, linen bags, and fluids.
Inspection Assembly and Packing (IAP) Room & Endoscopy Clean Room
Take readings and record environmental checks on air handling units.
Test and record results of heat sealers and diathermy testers.
Undertake quality checks for cleanliness and functionality before packing to agreed specifications.
Pack sets and instruments using various designs of wrappings/containers in such a way as to ensure an effective sterile field for up to one year after sterilisation.
The packer will sign the tray lists of instruments/apparatus, therefore accepting final responsibility for work undertaken.
Deal with clinical user queries and reschedule workload when Fast track items are received.
Visual checks are carried out on all wash cycles to ensure correct parameters are achieved, if these are not achieved wash load is failed on traceability system and returned for reprocessing.
To include tamper proof security seals, sterilizing indicators and wrapping materials.
Assist in restocking of supplies and record all information required.
Comply with Gowning room procedure.
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.
A technician working in Endoscopy Decontamination Unit (EDU) will scan the endoscopes out of the washers and for their subsequent despatch to the end user, therefore accepting final responsibility for work undertaken.
Sterilisers
Test all sterilisers within the department in accordance with the departmental Quality Control Procedures.
To record and process the test results and demonstrate compliance, so as to enable audits and facilitate analysis.
Process instruments using sterilisers, maintaining safe working practice at all times, use correct PPE when necessary.
Deliver the workload within the agreed time and to the required customer service level agreement.
Prioritise workload depending on customer requirements to ensure minimal disruption to patient care e.g., surgical lists and trust waiting list initiatives/targets.
Inspect sets/instruments on a regular basis to ensure integrity of loads i.e., visual indicators.
To raise Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) where necessary.
Categorise all sets/instruments into appropriate areas for despatch.
Raise decontamination certificates for returned loan sets and repairs.
To process and deliver Fast Track items to meet customer demands.
Receive and record sets and instruments using manual and traceability systems.
Competent to use low temperature gas plasma sterilizer - Sterrad by following departmental protocols.
High Level Disinfection / Endoscopy
To decontaminate flexible endoscopes to agreed standards as per departmental standard operational procedures.
To ensure endoscopes are stored and transported in line with agreed standards as per departmental standard operational procedures.
To ensure all equipment used to decontaminate flexible endoscopes is used correctly.
To undertake the complete cycle of endoscope decontamination - visual inspection, manual cleaning, disinfecting, storing, tracking & tracing and collection and delivery of all flexible scopes used in the Trust.
To implement the correct method of decontamination of the endoscopes in accordance with the manufacturers instructions and protocols as issued by the department.
To safely and correctly use Endoscope Washer Disinfectors (EWDs), Drying Cabinets and all other associated equipment as per manufacturers instructions.
To work within COSHH Regulations in respect of substances used, comply with departmental procedures for use of PPE and be competent in dealing with spillages of chemicals.
To assist with all relevant tests required on endoscopes, washer disinfectors and associated equipment as per departmental protocol.
To ensure all necessary documentation concerning the decontamination of each endoscope (tracking and tracing) is completed effectively and efficiently and in accordance with the departmental procedure (electronic and paper systems).
Have an understanding of any non-conformities or deficiencies that may occur in the decontamination process and inform the line manager of such.
Report any faults discovered on individual endoscope operation (failures) to Team Leaders or Production Coordinators.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Raw Material Store & Endoscopy Storerooms
Process orders using correct documentation; ensure rotation of stocks, removal of external packaging.
Pushing/manoeuvring trolleys, manual handling of instrument sets and stock.
Take part in stock take exercises when required.
Comply with legislation relating to required storage conditions e.g., temperature, humidity, COSHH and manual handling.
Responsible for maintaining levels of stock and the raising of orders for raw materials.
Washrooms
Carry out daily test & maintenance on all Washer/Disinfectors, Trolley Washers, Niagara SI Ultrasonic WDs, Medisafe Ultrasonic Cleaner and Automatic Endoscope Reprocesses (AERs) and record the test results to demonstrate compliance, so as to enable audits and facilitate analysis.
Follow Washroom protocols and standard operating procedures all the time.
To log all incoming set, scopes and instruments into the department via the Fingerprint Tracker computer system and prioritise workload.
To check that all equipment is present and correct.
Report any discrepancies to the customer and the Team Leader/Production Coordinator immediately.
Complete the relevant documents for non-conformances.
To wash and decontaminate medical devices according to the departments policies and procedures, particularly Health and safety and Control of Infection.
To take delivery of and process unique specialist loan medical device for use in complex clinical procedures, following the manufacturers instructions.
To be able to recognise single use equipment and dispose of as appropriate.
Deal with customers queries and reschedule workload as Fast Track items as received.
Receive and document contaminated equipment, check delivery notes against equipment delivered for accuracy and record non-conformances (NCR) where necessary.
Adhere to specified levels of Personal Protective equipment and universal precaution for Cytotoxic, NICE Guidance & CJD (Creutzfeldt - Jakob Disease) Policies.
Disposal of waste bags to include clinical waste, sharps containers, linen bags, and fluids.
Inspection Assembly and Packing (IAP) Room & Endoscopy Clean Room
Take readings and record environmental checks on air handling units.
Test and record results of heat sealers and diathermy testers.
Undertake quality checks for cleanliness and functionality before packing to agreed specifications.
Pack sets and instruments using various designs of wrappings/containers in such a way as to ensure an effective sterile field for up to one year after sterilisation.
The packer will sign the tray lists of instruments/apparatus, therefore accepting final responsibility for work undertaken.
Deal with clinical user queries and reschedule workload when Fast track items are received.
Visual checks are carried out on all wash cycles to ensure correct parameters are achieved, if these are not achieved wash load is failed on traceability system and returned for reprocessing.
To include tamper proof security seals, sterilizing indicators and wrapping materials.
Assist in restocking of supplies and record all information required.
Comply with Gowning room procedure.
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.
A technician working in Endoscopy Decontamination Unit (EDU) will scan the endoscopes out of the washers and for their subsequent despatch to the end user, therefore accepting final responsibility for work undertaken.
Sterilisers
Test all sterilisers within the department in accordance with the departmental Quality Control Procedures.
To record and process the test results and demonstrate compliance, so as to enable audits and facilitate analysis.
Process instruments using sterilisers, maintaining safe working practice at all times, use correct PPE when necessary.
Deliver the workload within the agreed time and to the required customer service level agreement.
Prioritise workload depending on customer requirements to ensure minimal disruption to patient care e.g., surgical lists and trust waiting list initiatives/targets.
Inspect sets/instruments on a regular basis to ensure integrity of loads i.e., visual indicators.
To raise Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) where necessary.
Categorise all sets/instruments into appropriate areas for despatch.
Raise decontamination certificates for returned loan sets and repairs.
To process and deliver Fast Track items to meet customer demands.
Receive and record sets and instruments using manual and traceability systems.
Competent to use low temperature gas plasma sterilizer - Sterrad by following departmental protocols.
High Level Disinfection / Endoscopy
To decontaminate flexible endoscopes to agreed standards as per departmental standard operational procedures.
To ensure endoscopes are stored and transported in line with agreed standards as per departmental standard operational procedures.
To ensure all equipment used to decontaminate flexible endoscopes is used correctly.
To undertake the complete cycle of endoscope decontamination - visual inspection, manual cleaning, disinfecting, storing, tracking & tracing and collection and delivery of all flexible scopes used in the Trust.
To implement the correct method of decontamination of the endoscopes in accordance with the manufacturers instructions and protocols as issued by the department.
To safely and correctly use Endoscope Washer Disinfectors (EWDs), Drying Cabinets and all other associated equipment as per manufacturers instructions.
To work within COSHH Regulations in respect of substances used, comply with departmental procedures for use of PPE and be competent in dealing with spillages of chemicals.
To assist with all relevant tests required on endoscopes, washer disinfectors and associated equipment as per departmental protocol.
To ensure all necessary documentation concerning the decontamination of each endoscope (tracking and tracing) is completed effectively and efficiently and in accordance with the departmental procedure (electronic and paper systems).
Have an understanding of any non-conformities or deficiencies that may occur in the decontamination process and inform the line manager of such.
Report any faults discovered on individual endoscope operation (failures) to Team Leaders or Production Coordinators.
Person Specification
Education/Training/Qualifications
Essential
- Able to read and write & understand written and verbal instructions in English Language
- Ability and willingness to undertake full training for the role of Decontamination Technician
- Able to demonstrate a degree of common sense
Desirable
- Good general education to GCSE level or equivalent
Work Experience
Essential
- Ability to work under pressure at a fast pace in a physically demanding environment, requiring manual handling
- Ability to work with hazardous substances
- Dependable & motivated- able to undertake work methodically with attention to detail and in a timely manner
- Possess good communication skills (both verbal and written) with a confident and approachable manner when dealing with colleagues & various service users
Personal Qualities/Special Circumstances
Essential
- Team player with a professional outlook
- Flexible approach to role
- Health and physical abilities sufficient for the post (if necessary, with reasonable adjustments with respect to the Equality Act/Disability Discrimination Act)
- Able to move and handle trays of surgical equipment up to 9 kg with reasonable adjustments
- High level of personal hygiene
Person Specification
Education/Training/Qualifications
Essential
- Able to read and write & understand written and verbal instructions in English Language
- Ability and willingness to undertake full training for the role of Decontamination Technician
- Able to demonstrate a degree of common sense
Desirable
- Good general education to GCSE level or equivalent
Work Experience
Essential
- Ability to work under pressure at a fast pace in a physically demanding environment, requiring manual handling
- Ability to work with hazardous substances
- Dependable & motivated- able to undertake work methodically with attention to detail and in a timely manner
- Possess good communication skills (both verbal and written) with a confident and approachable manner when dealing with colleagues & various service users
Personal Qualities/Special Circumstances
Essential
- Team player with a professional outlook
- Flexible approach to role
- Health and physical abilities sufficient for the post (if necessary, with reasonable adjustments with respect to the Equality Act/Disability Discrimination Act)
- Able to move and handle trays of surgical equipment up to 9 kg with reasonable adjustments
- High level of personal hygiene
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
North Bristol NHS Trust
Address
Southmead Hospital
Southmead Road
Bristol
BS10 5NB
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
North Bristol NHS Trust
Address
Southmead Hospital
Southmead Road
Bristol
BS10 5NB
Employer's website
Employer contact details
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Details
Date posted
02 February 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£24,465 a year pa pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
339-DF2090-CCC
Job locations
Southmead Hospital
Southmead Road
Bristol
BS10 5NB
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