Decontamination Technician

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board; Bangor; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Ysbyty Gwynedd is seeking an Endoscopy Decontamination Technician (Band 2) to ensure safe decontamination of reusable endoscopes within the Endoscopy Unit. You will collect, receipt, disassemble, clean, disinfect, reassemble, pack and deliver endoscopes to services, while maintaining patient confidentiality and following safety guidelines.

The role requires decontamination experience and AWENcf Level 4 as desirable, with Welsh language skills welcome.

Qualifications

• Decontamination experience in Endoscopy.
• AWENcf Level 4 is desirable but not required.

Responsibilities

• Collect, receipt, disassembly, cleaning and disinfection of reusable endoscopes.
• Reassembly, packing and delivering endoscopes to services.
• Maintain a clean environment within the Gastroenterology Unit.
• Report faults and ensure health and safety guidelines are followed.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient information.

Skills

Endoscopy decontamination

Education

AWENcf Level 4

Job description

Job Overview

An opportunity has arisen for the Post of Decontamination Technician at the Endoscopy Unit here at Ysbyty Gwynedd (Band 2). The successful candidate will responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient decontamination of flexible endoscopes. We are looking for an Endoscopy Decontamination Technician to carry out the collection, receipt, disassembly, cleaning, disinfection, reassembly, packing and delivering of reusable medical Endoscopes within the Endoscopy Unit and other Services. Decontamination experience is essential for this post.

Main duties of the job

• To maintain and protect confidential information relating to patients.
• To establish and maintain good working relationships with members of the multi-disciplinary team.
• Maintain a clean environment throughout the Gastroenterology Unit.
• Ensure that all endoscopy equipment being used is decontaminated in accordance with national, local and manufacturer's guidelines and report any faults immediately.
• Ensure Health and Safety measures are implemented at all times.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Working for our organisation

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the 'Disability Confident Employer' scheme.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents.

Person specification

Essential Criteria

Decontamination experience in Endoscopy

• Experience in Endoscopy Decontamination

Desirable criteria

• AWENcf competency Level 4

Qualifications

Essential criteria

• AWENcf Level 4