Endoscopy Unit Technician

NHS; Telford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider seeks a dedicated individual to join their Endoscopy Unit in Telford. This role involves ensuring the highest standards of decontamination for medical equipment, vital for patient safety. You will receive comprehensive training to develop your skills and knowledge in a busy, supportive environment. As part of a collaborative team, your attention to detail and commitment to quality care will contribute significantly to patient outcomes. If you are eager to make a difference in healthcare and grow professionally, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

In-house training

Professional development support

Qualifications

• GCSE in Maths and English required.
• HCA Level 2 or equivalent qualification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manual cleaning and decontamination of flexible endoscopes.
• Managing equipment for timely readiness of scopes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Education

GCSE grades 9 - 4 in Maths

GCSE grades 9 - 4 in English

HCA Level 2 or relative NVQ qualification

Job description

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

We are looking for a motivated person who is interested in helping to provide a safe, high quality Endoscopy Decontamination service to patients at The Princess Royal Hospital, Telford. Full time hours available.

You'll work closely with the team to provide the best care for our patients working under strict guidelines and protocols. However once training has been provided, staff will look to you for advice and expertise regarding decontamination and best practice.

You must be conscientious and have the ability to give attention to detail. You will need to possess GCSE grades 9 - 4 (or equivalent) in Maths and English and have the ability to work to tight deadlines as the Endoscopy Unit is extremely busy with all three procedure rooms running to full capacity.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work well within a team are essential. You must also have excellent documentation and record keeping skills. Experience is desirable but not required as full training will be given.

Main duties of the job

The job involves the manual cleaning and decontamination of flexible endoscopes before and after Endoscopy.

Manual dexterity is an essential requirement to the role. You will become an expert in this area and will be expected to take a lead in the decontamination room. This will involve managing the equipment so that scopes are ready for morning, afternoon and evening lists.

You will also be required to send scopes away for service and repair.

About us

The Endoscopy Unit provides a service to both outpatients and in-patients undergoing Gastroscopy, EUS, Flexible Sigmoidoscopy, Colonoscopy, Bronchoscopy EBUS and PEG insertion. The unit is currently open 7 days a week including weekends and bank holidays.

We will provide in house training and fully support your professional development.

Job responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Grade 4 - 9 (A - C) in English and Maths (or equivalent)
• HCA Level 2 or relative NVQ qualification
• To have a basic knowledge of a hospital environment, infection control and/or decontamination

Knowledge

• Working knowledge of endoscopic procedures and decontamination of equipment

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.

Employer name

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust