Decontamination Technician | The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the United Kingdom is looking for a motivated individual for the Endoscopy Decontamination service. Responsibilities include cleaning and decontaminating endoscopes, maintaining equipment, and working under strict protocols. Ideal candidates should have GCSEs in Maths and English and excellent communication skills. Join a team dedicated to high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Must possess GCSE grades 9 - 4 (or equivalent) in Maths and English.
• Excellent documentation and record-keeping skills.
• Experience is desirable but training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Carry out the manual cleaning and decontamination of flexible endoscopes.
• Manage equipment for the decontamination room.
• Send scopes for service and repair as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent verbal and written communication

Teamwork

Manual dexterity

Education

GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English at grades 9 - 4

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a motivated person who is interested in helping to provide a safe, high quality Endoscopy Decontamination service to patients at The Princess Royal Hospital, Telford.

You'll work closely with the team to provide the best care for our patients working under strict guidelines and protocols. However once training has been provided, staff will look to you for advice and expertise regarding decontamination and best practice.

You must be conscientious and have the ability to give attention to detail. You will need to possess GCSE grades 9 - 4 (or equivalent) in Maths and English and have the ability to work to tight deadlines as the Endoscopy Unit is extremely busy with all three procedure rooms running to full capacity.

Responsibilities

• Carry out the manual cleaning and decontamination of flexible endoscopes before and after Endoscopy.
• Become an expert in decontamination, take a lead in the decontamination room, and manage equipment so that scopes are ready for morning, afternoon and evening lists.
• Send scopes away for service and repair as required.

Qualifications and Skills

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English at grades 9 - 4.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work well within a team.
• Excellent documentation and record keeping skills.
• Manual dexterity is an essential requirement for the role.
• Experience is desirable but not required as full training will be given.

About the Unit and Training

The Endoscopy Unit provides a service to both outpatients and in-patients undergoing Gastroscopy, EUS, Flexible Sigmoidoscopy, Colonoscopy, Bronchoscopy EBUS and PEG insertion. The unit is currently open 7 days a week including weekends and bank holidays.

We will provide in house training and fully support your professional development.

About Us

Join us at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, where our passion for excellence drives everything we do. We're on a mission to provide high quality, safe care to our patients, in an environment our incredible staff are proud to work in. Our vision, "To provide excellent care for the communities we serve," is a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we're determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families.

Join Us

If you're ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to continuous improvement, come join us and let's make a difference together!

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Closing Date

This advert closes on Tuesday 7 Oct 2025.