Sterile Services Technician

CSSD Technician The Harley Street Clinic, London Full time, 37.5 hours per weekA mixture of early and late shifts between 07:30 and 21:00, Monday - Saturday (working 5 days)
Permanent Competitive salary (dependent on experience) + excellent benefits

We’re looking for a CSSD Technician to join our Sterile Services (CSSD) team based at The Harley Street Clinic. The department plays a critical role in supporting clinical services by ensuring the safe, effective decontamination and distribution of reusable medical devices. This team operates to the highest standards, working closely with theatres and clinical teams to maintain patient safety and deliver exceptional care.

This role is essential in maintaining the smooth running of hospital operations and ensuring equipment availability when it matters most.

As a CSSD Technician, you’ll support the day-to-day delivery of a safe and efficient decontamination service. Responsibilities will include carrying out the full decontamination cycle while maintaining strict compliance with quality and safety standards. Working in a fast-paced environment, you’ll liaise with clinical teams, support junior staff, and contribute to continuous improvements across the department. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly specialised team where attention to detail and commitment to quality directly impacts patient outcomes.

Above all else, we’re committed to the care and improvement of human life. It’s this guiding vision that influences everything we do at HCA UK. From the CEO to the colleagues on the floor we all have a part to play in delivering exceptional care to our patients. Other’s may think this is just a role in Sterile Services (CSSD), but to us, you’ll be part of a wider team with a unique sense of purpose, one that helps improve lives on a daily basis.

What you’ll do:

Carry out decontamination processes including disassembly, cleaning, sterilisation, and reassembly of medical devices

Adhere to Standard Operating Procedures and Quality Management Systems Support and guide Apprentice CSSD Technicians in daily activities

Maintain accurate tracking records using HESSDA systems and monitor stock levels

Communicate with clinical teams and escalate non-conformance issues appropriately

What you’ll bring:

Experience working in a decontamination / sterile services environment

Knowledge of cleaning, disinfection, and sterilisation of medical devices

Understanding of infection control, COSHH, HTM guidelines, and ISO standards

Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures accurately and escalate faults appropriatelyNVQ Level 3 in Decontamination Science (or equivalent experience)
Why HCA UK?

Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the world’s leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we’re one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing.

By caring for our colleagues, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. That’s why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day. As a CSSD Technician you’ll be eligible for:25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals

Private pension contribution which increases with length of service

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