Job summary
We are currently looking for an Endoscopy Decontamination Technician to join us in our busy Sterile Services Department. The Department provides an important service within the Hospital, Decontaminating flexible endoscopes for the Operating Theatres & Departments.
This post will be working (3 x 10 hour, 1 x 7.5 hour shifts), working weekdays and weekends, and working to an on-call and bank holiday roster.
Main duties of the job
This is a varied role requiring many different skills, for which we will provide full training. You must have GCSE in Maths and English or equivalent and willing to become familiar with many different instruments and sundries. Previous decontamination experience is helpful although not essential but you must be able to communicate well, work within a team and take instruction.
Applicants will also be given the opportunity to undertake training to cover the full range of the decontamination cycle for surgical instruments and theatre sets.
About us
Sustainability is integral to the Trust achieving the NHS Net Zero target. All staff are therefore actively encouraged and supported to implement new ways of working within their field of expertise.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side.
To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:
- Identity Checks
- Professional registration and qualification checks
- Employment history and reference checks
- Occupational Health clearance
- Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check
- Right to work in the UK
For further information please visit:
https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation
We reserve the right to close this advert early.
We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.
We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side.
To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:
- Identity Checks
- Professional registration and qualification checks
- Employment history and reference checks
- Occupational Health clearance
- Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check
- Right to work in the UK
For further information please visit:
https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation
We reserve the right to close this advert early.
We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.
We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE Maths
- GCSE English
- WTM4 (Eastwood Park), NVQ level 3, City & Guilds or BTec in Decontamination.
Experience
Essential
- Experience in the decontamination of reusable medical devices, including as a Sterile Services Technician.
- Working as part of a team.
- Basic use of IT systems for recording and monitoring information
Desirable
- Experience working in/alongside a clinical team.
Practical and Intellectual Skills
Essential
- Good verbal and electronic communication skills.
- Ability to follow both verbal and written instructions.
- Ability to follow precise work instructions accurately and diligently.
Desirable
- Able to identify different flexible endoscopes.
Disposition/Adjustment/Attitude
Essential
- Self-motivated and enthusiastic.
- Able to work with a minimum of supervision and dependable.
- Able to concentrate for long periods of time.
- Ability to operate as part of a team.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Punctual and reliable attitude to work.
- Commitment to providing a quality service.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE Maths
- GCSE English
- WTM4 (Eastwood Park), NVQ level 3, City & Guilds or BTec in Decontamination.
Experience
Essential
- Experience in the decontamination of reusable medical devices, including as a Sterile Services Technician.
- Working as part of a team.
- Basic use of IT systems for recording and monitoring information
Desirable
- Experience working in/alongside a clinical team.
Practical and Intellectual Skills
Essential
- Good verbal and electronic communication skills.
- Ability to follow both verbal and written instructions.
- Ability to follow precise work instructions accurately and diligently.
Desirable
- Able to identify different flexible endoscopes.
Disposition/Adjustment/Attitude
Essential
- Self-motivated and enthusiastic.
- Able to work with a minimum of supervision and dependable.
- Able to concentrate for long periods of time.
- Ability to operate as part of a team.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Punctual and reliable attitude to work.
- Commitment to providing a quality service.
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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