Join Our Essential Decontamination Services Team
We are looking for a dedicated, reliable and quality-focused Decontamination Services Technician to join our Flexi-Bank Team. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a vital service that supports patient safety and clinical excellence by ensuring reusable medical devices are decontaminated, processed and available for use across the hospital.
As a Decontamination Services Technician, you will work as part of a professional team responsible for the reprocessing of surgical instruments and flexible endoscopes, contributing directly to the delivery of safe and effective patient care.
Why Join Us?
- Flexible working arrangements to suit your lifestyle and commitments.
- Opportunity to work within a supportive and professional healthcare environment.
- Gain experience in an essential service that directly impacts patient safety.
- Ongoing opportunities to develop skills and knowledge within decontamination services.
- Be part of a team committed to quality, safety and continuous improvement.
If you are a motivated individual with a keen eye for detail and a passion for maintaining the highest standards of healthcare support services, we would love to hear from you. Join our Flexi-Bank team and help ensure the safe and effective delivery of patient care at Benenden Hospital.
About us
At Benenden Hospital we put patients at the heart of everything we do. We attract kind, compassionate, and talented people to our ultra-modern private hospital, which opened in 1907 and has been rated as Outstanding by the CQC. We hold JAG accreditation for Endoscopy and have a beautiful setting in the middle of the Kent countryside.
Benenden Hospital offers excellent working conditions and facilities. We promote flexible working and a healthy work/life balance. We are committed to professional development and have excellent training and education facilities. We work hard to make sure that everyone at Benenden Hospital feels involved and shares our values and vision for the future.
About the role
- Work as part of a team providing a controlled decontamination service, reprocessing reusable medical devices for Benenden Hospital.
- Contribute to patient care by achieving high standards of excellence throughout all decontamination processes.
- Accurately record information to maintain a full tracking and traceability system.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues and internal customers to prioritise workloads and meet service requirements.
- Follow departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and the Quality Management System at all times.
- Reprocess reusable surgical instruments and flexible endoscopes, including:
- Receipt and disassembly
- Manual cleaning
- Automated wash-disinfection
- Inspection and functionality testing
- Assembly and packing
- Sterilisation and dispatch
- Safely operate decontamination equipment and perform routine daily testing in accordance with planned preventative maintenance and periodic testing schedules.
- Utilise electronic tracking and traceability systems to ensure accurate documentation and compliance.
- Plan and prioritise workload effectively, balancing departmental requirements with the needs of internal customers and patients.
- Report resource shortages or issues to the Deputy Decontamination Services Manager or Decontamination Services Manager.
- Accurately and promptly report equipment breakdowns, non-conformances and incidents, supporting investigations where required.
- Communicate professionally and effectively with hospital colleagues and internal customers, seeking advice and support when needed.
- Contribute to the development of best practice, quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives within the department.
- Undertake duties appropriate to the role and grade, in line with service requirements.
Skills and experience required
- Be committed to maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety and attention to detail.
- Have experience working within a decontamination, sterile services, healthcare or similar regulated environment (desirable).
- Demonstrate strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workload effectively.
- Be able to follow procedures accurately and consistently.
- Possess excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and compliance.
- Have a proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.
- Be committed to delivering an exceptional service that supports patient care and hospital operations.
Benefits include
- Competitive hourly rates
- Free parking
- Free Flu vaccinations
- Free tea and coffee
- Subsidised on site Restaurant
Why join us?
- Be part of a team that plays a crucial role in clinical excellence.
- Work in a supportive and professional environment.
- Access ongoing training and development opportunities.
- Contribute to a culture of safety, care, and continuous improvement.
“I love working at Benenden Hospital, it’s a beautiful location in the countryside”, “the whole organisation is supportive”, “it’s the team, the team are amazing”, “Benenden is a bit like a family”, “the whole atmosphere is brilliant”
These are just some of the reasons why more than 400 people work at Benenden Hospital which has a long history of caring since it was founded in 1907.
How to apply
If you wish to apply for this position, please complete and submit our application form with your CV attached.
Please note this vacancy may close prior to the closing date without notice, if a sufficient number of applications are received
A member of the HR team will be in contact after the vacancy closes.
If you have further questions please email kentcareers@benenden.org.uk
Together, we work hard to maintain a safe, comfortable, patient-focused environment for the people in our care.
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We’re committed to providing good quality, compassionate care. Everyone who works with us plays an important role in supporting this, whether patient‑facing or not, and we value the experience, behaviours, and perspectives our people bring.
We’re an inclusive employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and walks of life. This includes people with disabilities, people from all gender identities, individuals from all ethnic backgrounds, and those who are neurodivergent.
We actively encourage applications from groups that may be under‑represented within our workforce.
We want to understand why you want to work in a hospital environment and how your knowledge, skills, qualifications, and experience align with the role you’re applying for, and how they support a caring and respectful culture. These qualities are best shown through your own experience rather than AI‑generated content. While AI tools may be used for general support, we ask that applications are written in your own words and reflect your true abilities and values.
Taking the time to complete your application carefully and honestly helps us understand your suitability for the role and ensures a fair, open, and values‑based recruitment process.