Endoscopy Decontamination Technician | Patient Care Support

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Hospital in Hounslow is seeking a Healthcare Assistant/Technician to support registered nurses and ensure high patient care standards within the Endoscopy Department. The role includes specialized decontamination duties, contributing to the safe operation of services. Candidates should possess NVQ2 in Health and Social Care or equivalent, demonstrate excellent communication skills, and have prior experience in a decontamination environment. This position offers a salary range of £29,651 to £31,312 per annum.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable previous experience within a decontamination or theatre environment.
• Understanding of NHS and Trust performance targets.
• Knowledge of traceability systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist and support registered nurses in providing high standards of care.
• Undertake decontamination sciences duties.
• Provide training to apprentice decontamination technicians.
• Prepare and maintain cleanliness in working environment.
• Transport specimens and documents as requested.
• Support patients during endoscopy procedures.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

IT literacy

Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team

Initiative

Planning and prioritization skills

Education

Secondary Level Education

NVQ2 in Health and Social Care or equivalent

NVQ3 (Technical Certificate Decontamination) or equivalent

Job description

A leading NHS Hospital in Hounslow is seeking a Healthcare Assistant/Technician to support registered nurses and ensure high patient care standards within the Endoscopy Department. The role includes specialized decontamination duties, contributing to the safe operation of services. Candidates should possess NVQ2 in Health and Social Care or equivalent, demonstrate excellent communication skills, and have prior experience in a decontamination environment. This position offers a salary range of £29,651 to £31,312 per annum.