Endoscopy Technician (Subject to Job Matching)

East Cheshire NHS Trust; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the UK is seeking Endoscopy Technicians to join their team. Full training will be provided, and candidates will assist in both patient care and endoscopic procedures within a busy unit. The role includes participation in a 24-hour on-call system and offers both full-time and part-time opportunities. Applicants should have NVQ 3 in Health Care or relevant experience, as well as strong skills in moving, handling, and patient monitoring. Join us to develop your career in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• NVQ 3 in Health Care or equivalent is essential for this role.
• Experience in clinical settings is required.
• Familiarity with endoscopic equipment is needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical and emotional care for inpatients and outpatients.
• Assist in decontamination and processing endoscopes.
• Work in multidisciplinary teams under supervision.

Skills

Moving and handling

Evidence of fine motor skills

Competent to monitor patients

Manipulation of fine instruments

Education

NVQ 3 in Health Care or equivalent

NVQ2/3 Customer Care

Job description

Endoscopy Technician (Subject to Job Matching)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for both full time and part time permanent Endoscopy Technicians to join our busy unit.

We operate a 6 day week service, 8am to 7pm and occasional evening clinics.

Whilst experience in working in the Endoscopy Unit would be desirable it is not essential as full training in all aspects of the job will be given.

The successful candidates will be expected to work in all areas of the department including the ward area admitting and caring for patients undergoing and recovering from endoscopic procedures. Working within the procedure rooms assisting the endoscopist and nurse and in the decontamination department processing endoscopes.

The candidate will be expected to participate in the 24 hour on call system.

Hours per week: 37.5 (part time also considered)

Main duties of the job

To work under the supervision of senior nurses and with other members of the multidisciplinary team to provide the physical and emotional care for both inpatients and outpatients undergoing a variety of endoscopic medical and surgical procedures on the department.

About us

We are committed to providing the best quality integrated care to our patients. To achieve this aim we need highly motivated staff who are united by common values and behaviours.

We believe our workforce is our greatest asset and we actively support our staff to develop their capabilities to the full, with a variety of learning and development opportunities.

Whether you are just starting out in your career or are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, East Cheshire NHS Trust is the right employer for you. We look forward to you joining us so that we can bring out your best.

Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check with barred lists, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.

Eligibility

We welcome applications from Graduate visa holders; it is important to note that you must have a minimum of 6 months before this expires at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons.

Non-UK or Irish applicants should check their visa and this role's eligibility for sponsorship before applying. For further information please visit Visas and immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• NVQ 3 (National Vocational Qualifications) in Health Care or equivalent relevant clinical experience
• NVQ2/3 (National Vocational Qualifications) Customer Care

Knowledge

• Data protection
• Trust policies and procedures
• C.O.S.H.H (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health)
• Trust and Governing body policies and practices relevant to Endoscopy

Skills

• Moving and handling
• Evidence of fine motor skills
• Competent to monitor patient, undertake observations
• Manipulation of fine instruments and delicate equipment

Experience

• Clinical experience within a healthcare setting
• Dealing with the public
• Decontamination and infection control awareness
• Technical knowledge re endoscopic equipment.

Other Role Requirements

• Please refer to the person specification for further role requirements

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.