Decontamination Technician

About the role

The Decontamination Technician provides a comprehensive re‑processing service for reusable medical devices across theatres, wards and clinics. The role supports a wide range of specialties, including orthopaedics, general surgery, ENT, ophthalmic, gynaecology and urology, ensuring that all equipment is safely cleaned and ready for patient use.

Key responsibilities

• Clean, disinfect and sterilise reusable medical devices following NHS standards.
• Operate and maintain decontamination equipment and monitoring systems.
• Manage the flow of devices between clinical areas and the decontamination department.
• Adhere to health and safety, infection control and quality assurance procedures.
• Work a flexible shift pattern, including night shifts, to meet service demands.

Required profile

• Enthusiastic and hardworking individuals with a commitment to patient safety.
• Willingness to undertake a one‑year in‑house training programme.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights.
• Eligibility to work in the UK without requiring a Skilled Worker or Health and Care Worker visa.

Required skills

• Medical device decontamination procedures.
• Sterilisation processes and equipment operation.
• Understanding of infection control standards.

What we offer

• Full training provided on the job.
• Permanent employment within NHS Highland.
• Adjusted working week (36 hours) from April 2026 with maintained pay rates.
• Opportunities for career progression in a large regional health board.