Endoscopy Reprocessing Unit Technician

Wwl; Wigan; On-site; GBP 24,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive individual to join their skilled team in providing essential services at two healthcare sites. This role involves supporting the decontamination of flexible endoscopes, ensuring compliance with quality standards, and contributing to patient care. No prior experience is necessary, as comprehensive training will be provided. The position offers flexible working hours and the opportunity to be part of a dedicated team committed to delivering high-quality healthcare services. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to start their career in the healthcare sector.

Benefits

Flexible working

On-Call Rota

Qualifications

• GCSE qualifications in English and Maths or equivalent experience required.
• No previous experience necessary; full training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Participate in decontamination of flexible endoscopes for patient care.
• Work under limited supervision and maintain high quality standards.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Basic IT Skills

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Education

GCSE level qualifications including English and Maths

Job description

Main area Estates and Facilities Grade NHS AfC: Band 2 Contract Permanent: 1 x vacancy 30 hours per week working between 8am - 6pm Monday to Friday across both sites including On-Call rota Hours

• Part time
• Flexible working

Job ref 302-25-7056455E

Site Wigan Infirmary / Leigh Infirmary Town Wigan / Leigh Salary £23,615 per annum, pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 03/04/2025 23:59

Choose Well - Choose WWL

Job overview

Are you a focused, pro-active, forward-thinking individual?

If the answer is “yes” then this could be the opportunity that you have been looking for.

We are offering you the opportunity to support the expansion at Royal Albert Edward Infirmary and become part of our high performing team at the Endoscope and Reprocessing Units based at Royal Albert Edward Infirmary and with at Leigh Infirmary.

This position will cover both sites (Royal Albert Edward Infirmary and Leigh Infirmary).

NO PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE NECESSARY!

We have 1 x vacancy 30 hours per week working between 8am -6pm Monday to Friday across both sites including On-Call rota.

*Applicants who have already received feedback that they are unsuitable for the position need not apply - unless they
have taken steps to strengthen their application to demonstrate and evidence how you meet the essential criteria since that decision. *

Main duties of the job

• To participate in the provision of specialised decontamination of flexible endoscopes contributing to the clinical care of our patients.
• To carry out receipt, disassembly, manual cleaning, reassembly and reprocessing of reusable flexible endoscopes.
• Work in accordance with the Department’s Standard Operating Procedures, Quality Management Systems & JAG Standards.
• Plan your own workload with limited supervision.
• The role involves exposure to body fluids.

Working for our organisation

Choose Well – Choose WWL

Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals, NHS Foundation Trust are the proud providers of acute hospital and community services to the people of the Wigan Borough and surrounding areas. At WWL, we value our staff believing that ‘happy staff, makes for happy patients’. We have a recognised track record in staff engagement and living our values.

WWL are committed to placing the patient at the heart of everything we do, and in the provision of safe, effective care that acknowledges and ensures dignity. We are seeking to recruit people who share our values and beliefs.

On-Call

Please note this position will be expected to participate in an on-call rota

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

We are looking for someone who would like to join our high performing, skilled and adaptable team, who provide a comprehensive service to Endoscopy Units, Operating Theatres, Wards across both the Royal Albert Edward Infirmary & Leigh sites.

This is a vital service that is a major link in the health care chain.

The technician will be expected to undergo all aspects of the training provided, which is geared to equip them with the technical knowledge, skills and understanding to carry out the wide range of tasks within the ERU, which requires a high degree of numeracy, record keeping ability and attention to detail.

If you proceed to interview stage, please take the opportunity to discuss further with the Recruiting Manager.

Candidates will be required to show the interview panel their original certificates.

We may close the advertisement earlier depending on the volume of applications received.

• To work in accordance with ERU Policy, Standard Operating Procedures and Quality Management System to meet JAG (external) accreditation.
• To reprocess reusable flexible endoscopes, manually wash, disinfect, reprocess, check, dispatch to user and track in a controlled environment.
• Under limited supervision by the Team Leader meet the demands of the Departments workload whilst consistently achieving high quality standards which will be measured by in-process checks.
• To operate decontamination equipment and carry out routine tests daily/weekly, in accordance with the Planned Preventative Maintenance Schedules, National Quality Standards and Guidance.
• To undertake duties consistent with the responsibility of the grade and needs of the service.
• The daily documentation of work production.
• To maintain the cleanliness of work areas sinks trolleys and other equipment, in line with the unit’s standard operating procedures.

Person specification

Qualifications

• GCSE level qualifications including English and Maths or demonstrate equivalent experience

Experience

• No previous experience required as full training will be provided.
• Healthcare/industry experience in health and safety and hygiene.
• Working within a Quality system and Standard Operating Procedures.

Skills

• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to communicate with colleagues and service users on both routine and complex matters.
• Ability to work accurately under pressure.
• A working knowledge of keyboard, typing and computer skills.
• Ability to absorb and retain knowledge.
• Basic IT Skills.
• Ability to work to Standard Operating Procedures.
• Basic English and Maths.

Additional

• Ability to stay calm/work under pressure
• Flexible.
• Good communication skill, written and spoken.
• Professional manner always.
• Speak English to an appropriate standard relevant to their role, i.e. with confidence and accuracy, using correct sentence structures and vocabulary, and without hesitation.

Our Trust prefers candidates to submit applications online. Please contact the Recruitment Team on 01942 244000 if you have difficulty applying online.

The Trust reserves the right to close adverts earlier than the stated closing date if there is a high volume of applications.

We endeavour to inform all applicants of the outcome of their application by email or SMS text message.

Guidance on Completing Your Application

Applications are scored against the person specification, therefore we recommend that you use the supporting information section of your application form to demonstrate how you meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role, providing illustrative examples where possible.

On-Call

Please note that some roles may require you to participate in an on-call rota, if the role is predominantly operational.

WWL has signed up to the Greater Manchester Continuous Service Commitment. and will recognise your continuous or ‘unbroken’ service in any Greater Manchester Local Authority or NHS organisation, Transport for Greater Manchester, Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service or Greater Manchester Combined Authority; giving you access to our service-related benefits.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Name Tracey Gibbons Job title ERU Unit Manager Email address [e-mail] Telephone number 01942 822019 Additional information

Martin Gregson

ERU Team Coordinator

[e-mail]

01942822019

If you have problems applying, contact

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