Reference: CSSDSUP25
Category: General Support
Grade: C.S.S.D. Operative (5785)
Employer: Health Service Executive (HSE)
Location: Galway University Hospital, Galway
Contract Type: Fixed Term Wholetime / Permanent Wholetime
Closing Date: 9 January 2026 at 10:00
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Job Overview
Galway University Hospital is currently seeking applications for the role of Supplementary C.S.S.D. Operative Galway to support the Central Sterile Services Department. This is an excellent opportunity to join the HSE in a critical frontline support role that underpins safe patient care across clinical services.
The successful candidate will work as part of a dedicated sterile services team, ensuring the effective decontamination, assembly, and distribution of medical instruments in line with national and international standards.
Key Responsibilities
• Decontaminate, inspect, assemble, and pack surgical instruments and equipment
• Operate sterilisation and decontamination equipment safely and effectively
• Maintain accurate records and documentation in accordance with CSSD procedures
• Ensure compliance with infection prevention and control standards
• Support endoscopy and theatre services as required
• Adhere to HSE policies, quality standards, and health & safety procedures
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary hospital environment
Required Skills & Qualifications
• Demonstrated depth and breadth of experience in Endoscopy, Decontamination, or CSSD
• Knowledge of sterile services processes and infection control practices
• Ability to follow detailed procedures accurately and consistently
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Flexibility to meet service demands
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
• Salary paid in line with HSE Consolidated Salary Scales for C.S.S.D. Operative Grade 5785
• Wholetime hours as per service requirements
• Access to public service pension scheme
• Paid annual leave and public holidays
• Opportunities for training and professional development within the HSE
Location & Employer Information
This role is based at Galway University Hospital, a major acute teaching hospital within the Saolta University Health Care Group. The hospital provides a wide range of secondary and tertiary services and plays a key role in healthcare delivery across the West of Ireland.
The employer is the Health Service Executive (HSE), Ireland’s national public health service .
Application Details
• Closing Date: 9 January 2026 at 10:00
• Application Method: Online application via Rezoomo
Informal Enquiries:
Pauline Roche, Sterile Services Manager, University Hospital Galway
📞 091 544776
✉️ [email protected]
