EDU Technician - IRH, Endoscopy Decontamination Unit

NHS National Services Scotland; Greenock; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Bursary scheme

Learning and development opportunities

Holiday entitlement (27+ days)

Job summary

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is recruiting for a Permanent Technician to join the Endoscopy Decontamination Unit at Inverclyde Royal Hospital, Greenock. This Band 3 role requires experience in a decontamination setting and working across EDU equipment to ensure high safety and quality standards.

The post involves inspecting, cleaning and processing flexible endoscopes, operating AERs and related equipment, and maintaining comprehensive documentation.

Qualifications

• Experienced in a decontamination setting.
• Previous decontamination in CDU or EDU experience is essential.
• Willingness to undertake up to one year of training in all aspects of EDU equipment.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, clean and process flexible endoscopes to national standards.
• Operate AERs, washer-disinfectors and drying cabinets safely.
• Maintain traceability and complete documentation accurately.
• Carry out daily operator tests per HTM 2030 requirements.
• Comply with NHS policies to maintain a safe working environment.

Skills

Decontamination experience

Teamwork

Communication skills

Numeracy

Quality standards

Education

General education

Tools

AERs

Washer-disinfectors

Drying cabinets

Job description

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The role:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Permanent Technician position within the Endoscopy Decontamination Unit (EDU) at Inverclyde Royal Hospital, Greenock. This Band 3 role is suited to a highly motivated individual with experience in a decontamination setting. The successful candidate will be a key member of the team, working across all areas of the service and ensuring that flexible endoscopes and associated equipment are decontaminated to the highest standards of quality and safety. The role requires the ability to work accurately under pressure, meet turnaround times, and contribute to the delivery of safe and effective patient care.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) may be able to provide visa sponsorship for certain roles, subject to the post meeting the relevant eligibility criteria. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and will be determined on a case-by-case basis following interview and during the pre-employment verification process. Applicants must state their current right to work in their application.

Please see below for more details:

Skilled Worker visa and Health and Care Worker visa

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

• Permanent Role
• Inverclyde Royal Hospital
• 36 Hours (Monday to Friday 08.00 - 18.00)

Key responsibilities:

The post holder will be responsible for the inspection, manual cleaning and processing of flexible endoscopes used in surgical procedures, ensuring compliance with national decontamination standards. Duties include operating Automated Endoscope Reprocessors (AERs), washer-disinfectors, drying cabinets and other EDU equipment safely and effectively, maintaining traceability of equipment throughout the decontamination process, completing all associated documentation accurately, and carrying out daily operator tests in accordance with HTM 2030 requirements. The post holder will also be expected to comply with all Health and Safety, Fire, Security, Infection Control and other relevant NHS policies and procedures to maintain a safe working environment.

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:

• Experienced in a decontamination setting.
• Previous decontamination in CDU or EDU experience is essential.
• Willingness to undertake up to one year of training in all aspects of EDU equipment, machinery and departmental procedures.
• Knowledge of the operation of washer-disinfectors, drying cabinets and other EDU equipment.
• Understanding of decontamination methods and equipment compatibility.
• Ability to learn and adhere to strict quality standards and procedures.
• Ability to support and train new technicians.
• Good standard of general education.
• Numerate, literate and practical approach to work.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Knowledge and understanding of NHS policies, including:
  • Environmental policies
  • Health & Safety policies and procedures
  • Infection Control
  • Staff Governance
  • Waste Management

What we offer:

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates

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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as "various", we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.

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