Endoscopy Decontamination Technician - Decontamination

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 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:

The position is for an Endoscopy Decontamination Unit (EDU) Technician at Glasgow Royal Infirmary. The core purpose of the role is to decontaminate, disinfect, assemble, store, and distribute reusable flexible endoscopes, following manufacturer instructions and ensuring safe use for patients across clinics, theatres, and other treatment areas.

This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker visa or a Health and Care Worker visa. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is unable to provide candidates or employees with a Certificate of Sponsorship (COS).

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

Base Location: Endoscopy Decontamination Unit, Glasgow Royal Infirmary

Permanent, Full-time

Work pattern: Monday–Friday, rotating weekly across:

• 08:00-16:00


• 09:00-17:00


• 10:00-18:00


• 12:00-20:00 (Mondays only, when required)

Key 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

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

Essential experience & skills

• 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

Training requirements

• On-the-job induction


• Completion of departmental competencies


• All statutory and mandatory training


• Mandatory Healthcare Support Worker (HCSW) standards

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.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

• 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

Tracy Ward, EDU Manager - [e-mail] - 0141 201 5871

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

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.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.

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