Decontamination Assistant (Sterile services)


Company:	NHS Jobs
Salary:	from £25,272 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Bedford, MK42 9DJ
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	19 Oct 2026
Closing date:	2 Nov 2026

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Summary

The Job Description and Person Specification are attached to this vacancy; please review them for full details and responsibilities. Key duties include: Inspecting instruments and equipment on receipt into the decontamination area and at various stages of production, storage and distribution, and immediately reporting any damaged or missing items or components. Dismantling and assembling instrumentation in line with manufacturers recommendations following the cleaning and disinfection process. Ensuring all packaging, wrapping and labelling of instrument sets and supplementary items is completed in accordance with legislation, guidance and service requirements. Maintaining an understanding of the different sterilisation and disinfection methods used, and recognising the importance of product liability in relation to the reuse of medical devices. Carrying out quality checks to confirm that devices have been correctly decontaminated and are safe for patient use. Taking appropriate action if there is any doubt about the effectiveness of the decontamination process, and reporting or documenting any failures to the Decontamination Services Manager

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