Endoscopy Decontamination Technicians

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board; Tipner; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Professional healthcare setting

Supportive team environment

Ongoing work

Clinical team impact

Job summary

Portsmouth NHS Trust is seeking an Endoscopy Decontamination Technician to join a specialist service in partnership with Xyla. The role focuses on safe reprocessing of endoscopy equipment, infection prevention, and traceability to support frontline clinical teams.

You will work within a fast-paced, collaborative environment to clear backlogs and ensure equipment is cleaned, disinfected, and ready for use in line with regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in endoscopy decontamination or sterile services is essential.
• Strong knowledge of infection control and decontamination procedures.
• High attention to detail and ability to follow strict protocols.
• Good organisational and teamwork skills.
• Minimum 12 months experience within the NHS.
• Previous endoscopy experience.

Responsibilities

• Receive and handle used endoscopes after procedures.
• Carry out manual cleaning and high-level disinfection processes.
• Operate automated endoscope reprocessors (AERs).
• Inspect equipment for cleanliness, damage, and functionality.
• Track and log equipment usage to ensure full traceability.
• Maintain strict infection prevention and control standards.
• Safely store and prepare scopes for reuse.
• Perform routine checks and report faults with decontamination equipment.
• Ensure compliance with all hygiene, safety, and regulatory guidelines.

Skills

Endoscopy decontamination

Infection control

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Job description

We are currently recruiting skilled and reliable Endoscopy Decontamination Technicians to join a specialist service supporting Portsmouth NHS Trust. This is a key opportunity to contribute to a high-priority programme aimed at reducing a significant endoscopy backlog, with over 1,600 patients awaiting procedures within critical NHS timeframes. Working in partnership with Xyla, a leading UK clinical services provider, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safe and efficient reprocessing of endoscopy equipment. Your work will directly support frontline clinical teams by maintaining the highest standards of infection prevention, equipment tracking, and patient safety throughout the service. The service is expected to run through to March 2027, offering consistent work within a fast-paced and highly collaborative environment. As part of the decontamination team, you will be essential in enabling smooth procedure flow across both endoscopy suites and theatre settings, ensuring all equipment is cleaned, maintained, and ready for use in line with strict regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive and handle used endoscopes after procedures
• Perform manual cleaning and disinfection of endoscopy equipment
• Operate automated endoscope reprocessors (AERs)
• Inspect scopes for damage, wear, or residue
• Maintain accurate tracking and logging of scope usage for traceability
• Ensure all equipment meets strict infection control standards
• Store cleaned scopes safely and prepare them for reuse
• Maintain and monitor decontamination equipment, reporting any faults
• Work in line with hygiene, safety, and regulatory compliance standards, Their service offering spans a wide range of areas, including diagnostic services, specialist outpatient pathways, waiting list management, mental health support, and community-based care. By leveraging experienced clinical teams alongside innovative service models, Xyla is able to deliver flexible and scalable solutions tailored to the needs of each healthcare partner.

A key strength of Xyla lies in their ability to enhance patient access to care, particularly in addressing NHS backlogs and improving pathway efficiency. Their focus on early intervention, preventative care, and timely diagnosis supports better long-term health outcomes while helping to optimise system capacity. Underpinned by robust clinical governance frameworks and a strong emphasis on quality, safety, and compliance, Xyla maintains high standards of care across all services. This, combined with a collaborative approach and a deep understanding of NHS priorities, positions them as a trusted partner in supporting the ongoing transformation and sustainability of healthcare services across the UK., We are currently recruiting for a dedicated Endoscopy Decontamination (Decon) Technician to support a busy endoscopy service. This vital role ensures all endoscopic equipment is cleaned, disinfected, and maintained to the highest standards, supporting safe and effective patient care.

Additional Responsibilities

• Receive and handle used endoscopes following procedures
• Carry out manual cleaning and high-level disinfection processes
• Operate automated endoscope reprocessors (AERs)
• Inspect equipment for cleanliness, damage, and functionality
• Track and log equipment usage to ensure full traceability
• Maintain strict infection prevention and control standards
• Safely store and prepare scopes for reuse
• Perform routine checks and report faults with decontamination equipment
• Ensure compliance with all hygiene, safety, and regulatory guidelines

Required Experience

• Previous experience in endoscopy decontamination or sterile services (essential/preferred)
• Strong knowledge of infection control and decontamination procedures
• High attention to detail and ability to follow strict protocols
• Good organisational and teamwork skills
• Commitment to maintaining patient safety and quality standards
• Minimum 12 months experience within the NHS
• Previous endoscopy experience

Background Check

Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Benefits

• Competitive rates of pay
• Opportunity to work within a professional healthcare setting
• Supportive team environment
• Ongoing work within a growing service
• Join a critical part of the clinical team, helping to ensure safe, efficient procedures and high standards of patient care.