Equipment Hygiene Assistant

Equipment Hygiene Assistant

Pulivarthi Group LLC is a Global Staffing & IT Technology Solutions company, with our prime focus of providing world class solutions to our customers with the right talent. We combine the expertise of our team and the culture of your company to help you with the solution that is affordable and innovative using high quality standards and technologies. We’ve served some of the largest healthcare, financial services, and government entities in the U.S.

The Equipment Hygiene Assistant will be responsible for ensuring medical and care equipment is cleaned, disinfected, stored, and maintained to the highest standards. This role plays a vital part in maintaining health, safety, and infection control compliance while supporting the overall operations of the equipment service team.

• Take items of equipment apart before cleaning them.
• Clean equipment as per manufacturer’s instructions.
• Use appropriate chemicals for cleaning equipment and the cleaning area.
• Follow COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) instructions.
• Safely store equipment within the cleaning area.
• Load and unload equipment into and out of the washer and dryer.
• Operate washing machines and dryers.
• Hand wash items of equipment when required.
• Place clean and dried equipment into bags.
• Maintain cleanliness and tidiness of the cleaning area.
• Wear provided uniform and footwear.
• Follow supervisor’s instructions and report issues promptly.
• Check and record serial numbers onto the stock system.
• Use computerized systems to record, collate, and retain cleaning and assembly details for tracking purposes.
• Label equipment with cleaning date.
• Complete final inspections and quality checks before items are picked for delivery.
• Maintain accurate audit records.
• Ensure safe movement and storage of equipment.
• Carry out duties independently with support available when needed.
• Comply with all Health and Safety legislation and Leeds City Council policies.
• Adhere to all Local Operational Procedures.
• Work collaboratively with both Leeds City Council (LCC) and Leeds Community Healthcare (LCH) colleagues.

• Knowledge of cleaning procedures and infection control standards.
• Ability to safely use cleaning chemicals and follow COSHH guidelines.
• Competence in using washers, dryers, and computerized recording systems.
• Strong attention to detail for inspection and quality checks.

• Previous experience in a healthcare or equipment hygiene role.
• Basic IT/data entry skills for equipment tracking systems.
• Teamwork and communication skills.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Training or certification in infection control or health and safety is advantageous.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions effectively.

• Competitive compensation.
• On-the-job training and professional development.
• Opportunities to work in a collaborative healthcare-support environment.
• Supportive team culture.

Pulivarthi Group is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture and celebrate authenticity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Administrative

• Staffing and Recruiting