Trainee Medical Devices jobs

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The role:

We are looking for motivated and enthusiastic individuals to join the Central Decontamination Unit as a Trainee TSSU Technician. This is an excellent opportunity to begin a rewarding career supporting vital healthcare services by ensuring reusable medical equipment is safely decontaminated, prepared and sterilised for patient use. Working as part of NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, one of the largest NHS organisations in the UK, you will play an important role in supporting surgical and clinical teams across multiple hospital sites. Full training will be provided, allowing you to develop specialist skills within a fast-paced and highly regulated healthcare environment. If you are committed to quality, teamwork and delivering excellent support for patient care, we would love to hear from you.

This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker visa or a Heath and Care Worker visa. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is unable to provide candidates or employees with a Certificate of Sponsorship (COS).

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

• Full-time, Permanent
• You will be based at Cowlairs Central Decontamination Unit, 24 Finlas Street, Springburn G22 5DT
• Working Pattern: Monday to Friday 12:00-20:00

Key responsibilities:

• Undertake the decontamination, inspection, assembly, packaging and sterilisation of reusable medical devices
• Accurately check and prepare surgical instrumentation to support safe and effective patient care
• Operate washer disinfectors, sterilisers and other specialist equipment in accordance with operational standards
• Complete documentation and maintain traceability records throughout the decontamination process
• Comply with all health and safety, infection prevention, security and departmental policies
• Work flexibly across various functional areas within the Sterile Services Department following training
• Contribute to a high-quality service supporting operating theatres, maternity services and other clinical departments across Glasgow

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:

• Good standard of education with strong literacy, numeracy and practical skills
• Ability to undertake and successfully complete a comprehensive training programme in all aspects of sterile services operations
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Ability to follow strict quality standards, procedures and protocols accurately and consistently
• Willingness to learn the operation of specialist decontamination and sterilisation equipment
• Understanding of the importance of infection prevention, health and safety and safe working practices
• Ability to work in a physically active environment and maintain concentration when undertaking detailed checking and assembly tasks

What we offer:

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.

For an informal discussion, please contact: Julie Henderson, Assistant Production Manager, on 0141 232 2814 or Julie.Henderson2@nhs.scot

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates

This vacancy may close early due to a high volume of applications. We recommend applying as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various”, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.

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