Galway University Hospitals is seeking a Supplementary Central Sterile Services Department (CSSD) Operative to support critical decontamination and sterilisation services. This role plays a vital part in patient safety by ensuring medical devices and equipment are processed to the highest standards. The post is open to both HSE and non-HSE applicants.
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Key Responsibilities
• Perform decontamination, inspection, assembly, packaging, and sterilisation of medical devices
• Operate CSSD and endoscopy decontamination equipment in line with protocols
• Maintain accurate records and traceability documentation
• Adhere strictly to infection prevention and control standards
• Support continuous quality improvement within the CSSD service
• Work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary hospital team
• Comply with all HSE policies, procedures, and safety requirements
Required Skills & Qualifications
• Demonstrated depth and breadth of experience in Endoscopy, Decontamination, or CSSD
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures precisely
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Flexibility to work required shifts in a hospital environment
• Previous healthcare or sterile services experience is essential
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
• Salary in line with HSE Consolidated Salary Scales for C.S.S.D. Operative Grade 5785
• Pension scheme and public service benefits
• Annual leave and sick leave in accordance with HSE terms
• Full-time, whole-time working hours with rostered shifts
Location & Employer Information
This role is based at Galway University Hospitals, a major teaching hospital group providing acute and specialist services to the West of Ireland. The CSSD service is central to safe surgical and diagnostic care across the hospital campus.
Application Details
Applications must be submitted online via the official HSE recruitment platform:
https://www.rezoomo.com/job/86899/
Informal Enquiries:
Pauline Roche, Sterile Services Manager, UHG
Tel: 091 544776
Email: [email protected]
Last Day to Apply: 26 January 2026 at 10:00
