Endoscopy Decontamination Specialist — Flexible Hours

NHS National Services Scotland; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension Scheme

27 days annual leave

Job summary

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is seeking an Endoscopy Decontamination Unit (EDU) Technician at Glasgow Royal Infirmary. The role focuses on decontaminating, disinfecting, assembling, storing, and distributing reusable endoscopes to clinical areas.

Applicants should have EDU/SSU experience and be able to meet strict safety and quality standards, with good communication and basic IT skills. NHS benefits and a supportive team environment are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in working in an EDU or Sterile Services Unit (SSU).
• Ability to work to strict safety and quality standards.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Basic IT knowledge.
• Good literacy, numeracy and manual dexterity.
• Ability to work well within a team.

Responsibilities

• Decontamination and disinfection of reusable flexible endoscopes.
• Assembly, storage and distribution of scopes to clinical areas.
• Working to strict quality and safety standards in a fast-paced environment.
• Ensuring continuity of patient care through timely processing.
• Being multi-skilled across all areas of EDU operations.

Skills

EDU/SSU experience

Safety standards

Communication

IT literacy

Numeracy

Teamwork

Job description

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is seeking an Endoscopy Decontamination Unit (EDU) Technician at Glasgow Royal Infirmary. The role focuses on decontaminating, disinfecting, assembling, storing, and distributing reusable endoscopes to clinical areas.

Applicants should have EDU/SSU experience and be able to meet strict safety and quality standards, with good communication and basic IT skills. NHS benefits and a supportive team environment are offered.