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HSSU Co-Ordinator

The closing date is 27 April 2026

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Job summary

HSSU Co-Ordinator Glasgow Hospital | Sterile Services | Permanent | Full Time | £25,545 per annum 37.5 Hours per week Our HSSU (Hospital Sterile Services Unit) plays a vital role in transporting sterile and disinfected surgical equipment to the local hospital network. Now, you can too. Join the UK's largest Healthcare Charity and you'll have every chance to help improve lives. In return, you'll experience our unrivalled rewards.

Main duties of the job

As an HSSU Coordinator, you will: Move and handle trays and items of various weights and sizes Be competent in following strict infectionprevention standards for the decontamination of endoscopic equipment. Maintain accurate records and keep documentation up to date Dispose of contaminated waste in accordance with hospital policy Regularly check that our equipment is in good working order and all faults are reported Maintain a clean and tidy working environment Take action to rectify any problems and escalating issues where necessary

About us

Nuffield Health Glasgow Hospital Nuffield Health Glasgow Hospital where we deliver outstanding healthcare with compassion and respect, to promote health and wellbeing for the residents of Glasgow and the surrounding areas. We partner with industry leading consultants to offer a vast array of services for preventing, diagnosing, and treating a wide range of conditions. We have a special focus in the areas of orthopaedics, spinal surgery, ophthalmology, weight loss surgery and cosmetic treatment. We are a not for profit organisation enabling all profits to be reinvested to improve the patient journey. We pride ourselves on delivering patient care of the highest standard. That's why we are looking for the very best healthcare professionals to join our team.

Details

Date posted

14 April 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

JR0097176

Job locations

25 Beaconsfield Road

Glasgow

G12 0PJ


Job description

Job responsibilities

HSSU Co-Ordinator Glasgow Hospital | Sterile Services | Permanent | Full Time | £25,545 per annum 37.5 Hours per week Our HSSU (Hospital Sterile Services Unit) plays a vital role in transporting sterile and disinfected surgical equipment to the local hospital network. Now, you can too. Join the UK's largest Healthcare Charity and you'll have every chance to help improve lives. In return, you'll experience our unrivalled rewards. As an HSSU Coordinator at our Glasgow Hospital, you'll combine basic computer literacy with strong organisation skills. From processing used surgical instruments for dispatch to receiving sterile surgical equipment and supporting our friendly theatre team - you'll make sure everything runs smoothly. Decontamination qualification and experience within a decontamination setting is essential. As an HSSU Coordinator, you will:

  • Move and handle trays and items of various weights and sizes
  • Be competent in following strict infectionprevention standards for the decontamination of endoscopic equipment.
  • Maintain accurate records and keep documentation up to date
  • Dispose of contaminated waste in accordance with hospital policy
  • Regularly check that our equipment is in good working order and all faults are reported
  • Maintain a clean and tidy working environment
  • Take action to rectify any problems and escalating issues where necessary
    • Helping you feel good. We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind. Here, you can choose from a range of fitness, lifestyle, health and fitness wellbeing rewards, such as free gym membership, health assessments, retail discounts and pension options. At Nuffield Health, we take care of what's important to you. Nuffield Health Glasgow Hospital Nuffield Health Glasgow Hospital where we deliver outstanding healthcare with compassion and respect, to promote health and wellbeing for the residents of Glasgow and the surrounding areas. We partner with industry leading consultants to offer a vast array of services for preventing, diagnosing, and treating a wide range of conditions. We have a special focus in the areas of orthopaedics, spinal surgery, ophthalmology, weight loss surgery and cosmetic treatment. We are a not for profit organisation enabling all profits to be reinvested to improve the patient journey. We pride ourselves on delivering patient care of the highest standard. That's why we are looking for the very best healthcare professionals to join our team. Join Nuffield Health and create the future you want, today. If you like what you see, why not start your application now? We consider applications as we receive them and reserve the right to close adverts early (for example, where we have received an unprecedented high volume of applications). So, it's a good idea to apply right away to ensure you're considered for this role. It starts with you.

    Job description

    Job responsibilities

    HSSU Co-Ordinator Glasgow Hospital | Sterile Services | Permanent | Full Time | £25,545 per annum 37.5 Hours per week Our HSSU (Hospital Sterile Services Unit) plays a vital role in transporting sterile and disinfected surgical equipment to the local hospital network. Now, you can too. Join the UK's largest Healthcare Charity and you'll have every chance to help improve lives. In return, you'll experience our unrivalled rewards. As an HSSU Coordinator at our Glasgow Hospital, you'll combine basic computer literacy with strong organisation skills. From processing used surgical instruments for dispatch to receiving sterile surgical equipment and supporting our friendly theatre team - you'll make sure everything runs smoothly. Decontamination qualification and experience within a decontamination setting is essential. As an HSSU Coordinator, you will:

  • Move and handle trays and items of various weights and sizes
  • Be competent in following strict infectionprevention standards for the decontamination of endoscopic equipment.
  • Maintain accurate records and keep documentation up to date
  • Dispose of contaminated waste in accordance with hospital policy
  • Regularly check that our equipment is in good working order and all faults are reported
  • Maintain a clean and tidy working environment
  • Take action to rectify any problems and escalating issues where necessary
    • Helping you feel good. We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind. Here, you can choose from a range of fitness, lifestyle, health and fitness wellbeing rewards, such as free gym membership, health assessments, retail discounts and pension options. At Nuffield Health, we take care of what's important to you. Nuffield Health Glasgow Hospital Nuffield Health Glasgow Hospital where we deliver outstanding healthcare with compassion and respect, to promote health and wellbeing for the residents of Glasgow and the surrounding areas. We partner with industry leading consultants to offer a vast array of services for preventing, diagnosing, and treating a wide range of conditions. We have a special focus in the areas of orthopaedics, spinal surgery, ophthalmology, weight loss surgery and cosmetic treatment. We are a not for profit organisation enabling all profits to be reinvested to improve the patient journey. We pride ourselves on delivering patient care of the highest standard. That's why we are looking for the very best healthcare professionals to join our team. Join Nuffield Health and create the future you want, today. If you like what you see, why not start your application now? We consider applications as we receive them and reserve the right to close adverts early (for example, where we have received an unprecedented high volume of applications). So, it's a good idea to apply right away to ensure you're considered for this role. It starts with you.

    Person Specification

    Qualifications

    Essential

    • As an HSSU Coordinator at our Glasgow Hospital, you'll combine basic computer literacy with strong organisation skills. From processing used surgical instruments for dispatch to receiving sterile surgical equipment and supporting our friendly theatre team - you'll make sure everything runs smoothly.

    Experience

    Essential

    • Decontamination qualification and experience within a decontamination setting is essential.
    Person Specification

    Qualifications

    Essential

    • As an HSSU Coordinator at our Glasgow Hospital, you'll combine basic computer literacy with strong organisation skills. From processing used surgical instruments for dispatch to receiving sterile surgical equipment and supporting our friendly theatre team - you'll make sure everything runs smoothly.

    Experience

    Essential

    • Decontamination qualification and experience within a decontamination setting is essential.

    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.

    UK Registration

    Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

    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.

    UK Registration

    Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

    Employer details

    Employer name

    Nuffield Health

    Address

    25 Beaconsfield Road

    Glasgow

    G12 0PJ


    Employer's website

    https://www.nuffieldhealthcareers.com (Opens in a new tab)

    Employer details

    Employer name

    Nuffield Health

    Address

    25 Beaconsfield Road

    Glasgow

    G12 0PJ


    Employer's website

    https://www.nuffieldhealthcareers.com (Opens in a new tab)

    Employer contact details

    For questions about the job, contact:

    Talent Acquisition

    People Services

    peopleservices@nuffieldhealth.com

    03001235080

    Details

    Date posted

    14 April 2026

    Pay scheme

    Other

    Salary

    Depending on experience

    Contract

    Permanent

    Working pattern

    Full-time

    Reference number

    JR0097176

    Job locations

    25 Beaconsfield Road

    Glasgow

    G12 0PJ


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