Central Decontamination unit Technician in Dublin
- Salary
- €42,033–€49,050 / year
- Contract
- Other
- Sector
- Public
- Closes
- 22 Oct 2026
About the Role
The role of the CSSD Operatives is to assist the CDU/EDU team in the delivery of a high quality decontamination service to the hospital, under the supervision of the Decontamination Manger, Deputy Manager and or Supervisor in the CDU/EDU. His/her primary role is to assist in the provision of sterile and/or high level disinfected instruments, endoscopes, procedure packs and materials to Theatres, Wards and Departments in a timely manner for use during clean and/or sterile procedures.
The CSSD Operatives will be directed on a daily basis under the supervision of Decontamination Manager / CDU Deputy / CDU Supervisor in relation to duties and responsibilities associated with service delivery for that day. The management team will decide which area or duties they will allocate to the CDU Technician for that day or part thereof. The CSSD Operative must ensure confidentiality for all patients and maintain and promote good working relations with all users of the CDU/EDU service.
Requirements
- Leaving Certificate / a qualification equivalent to that of a national awarding body.
- A minimum of 1 years’ experience in a Healthcare Setting.
- Knowledge of HSE Standards and Recommended Practices for Central Decontamination/Endoscopy Units.
- Certificate in Decontamination (online course accepted).
Details
Location: Dublin, Ireland
Sector: Public Sector
Salary: €42,033–€49,050 per year
Contract Type: Full time, Special Purpose
Closing date: 21 Oct 2026 11:45 PM
How to Apply
Applications for this post must be accompanied by a cover letter, setting out relevant experience that illustrates how the essential criteria listed above is met. The closing date for submissions of CV’s and cover letter is Wednesday 21st October 2026 at 11.45pm. Applications must be completed through the advertised post on CHI.jobs by clicking ‘Apply for Job’. Applications will not be accepted through direct email or any other method.
For informal enquiries for this specialty/department, please contact Ana Maria Ileni, Decontamination Unit Manager, ana-maria.ileni@childrenshealthireland or phone: 01 878 4751. For other queries relating to this recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition Specialist – [email protected]
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Frequently asked
- What are the essential criteria for this role?
- The essential criteria are a Leaving Certificate or equivalent, a minimum of 1 year’s experience in a healthcare setting, knowledge of HSE Standards and Recommended Practices for Central Decontamination/Endoscopy Units, and a certificate in Decontamination.
- What is the closing date for applications?
- The closing date for applications is 21 Oct 2026 at 11:45 PM.
- How should I apply for this role?
- Applications must be completed through the advertised post on CHI.jobs by clicking ‘Apply for Job’. Applications will not be accepted through direct email or any other method.