Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

Endoscopy Decontamination Technician

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Job summary

About Us: At Imperial College Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, we are committed to providing the highest standard of patient care. Our state-of-the-art facilities and dedicated team of professionals ensure that we deliver exceptional healthcare services. We are currently seeking a meticulous and dedicated Endoscopy Decontamination Technician to join our team.

Main duties of the job

As an Endoscopy Decontamination Technician, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and cleanliness of our endoscopy equipment. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Cleaning and Decontamination: Thoroughly cleaning and disinfecting endoscopy equipment following established protocols and guidelines.
  • Inspection and Maintenance: Conducting regular inspections and maintenance of equipment to ensure it is in optimal working condition.
  • Record Keeping: Maintaining accurate records of decontamination processes, equipment maintenance, and inventory.
  • Compliance: Adhering to all health and safety regulations, infection control policies, and quality standards.
  • Team Collaboration: Working closely with the endoscopy team to ensure timely availability of decontaminated equipment.

Qualifications:

  • Previous experience in a similar role or in a healthcare setting is preferred.
  • Knowledge of decontamination and infection control procedures.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow strict protocols.
  • Excellent organizational and record-keeping skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Good communication skills.

About us

About Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, providing acute and specialist healthcare for over one million people annually. Formed in 2007, the Trust manages five hospitals: Charing Cross, Hammersmith, Queen Charlottes & Chelsea, St Marys, and Western Eye Hospital.

The Trust is renowned for its commitment to high-quality patient care, cutting-edge research, and education. It serves the local communities in North West London and also attracts patients nationally and internationally. With a workforce of over 15,000 staff, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust is dedicated to delivering better health, for life.

Details

Date posted

29 August 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£16.02 to £25.04 an hour

Contract

Bank

Duration

3 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9290-24-1741

Job locations

The Bays

S Wharf Road

London

W2 1NY


Job description

Job responsibilities

As an Endoscopy Decontamination Technician, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and cleanliness of our endoscopy equipment. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Cleaning and Decontamination: Thoroughly cleaning and disinfecting endoscopy equipment following established protocols and guidelines.
  • Inspection and Maintenance: Conducting regular inspections and maintenance of equipment to ensure it is in optimal working condition.
  • Record Keeping: Maintaining accurate records of decontamination processes, equipment maintenance, and inventory.
  • Compliance: Adhering to all health and safety regulations, infection control policies, and quality standards.
  • Team Collaboration: Working closely with the endoscopy team to ensure timely availability of decontaminated equipment.

Qualifications:

  • Previous experience in a similar role or in a healthcare setting is preferred.
  • Knowledge of decontamination and infection control procedures.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow strict protocols.
  • Excellent organizational and record-keeping skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Good communication skills.

Job description

Job responsibilities

As an Endoscopy Decontamination Technician, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and cleanliness of our endoscopy equipment. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Cleaning and Decontamination: Thoroughly cleaning and disinfecting endoscopy equipment following established protocols and guidelines.
  • Inspection and Maintenance: Conducting regular inspections and maintenance of equipment to ensure it is in optimal working condition.
  • Record Keeping: Maintaining accurate records of decontamination processes, equipment maintenance, and inventory.
  • Compliance: Adhering to all health and safety regulations, infection control policies, and quality standards.
  • Team Collaboration: Working closely with the endoscopy team to ensure timely availability of decontaminated equipment.

Qualifications:

  • Previous experience in a similar role or in a healthcare setting is preferred.
  • Knowledge of decontamination and infection control procedures.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow strict protocols.
  • Excellent organizational and record-keeping skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Good communication skills.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Previous experience in a similar role or in a healthcare setting is preferred.
  • Knowledge of decontamination and infection control procedures.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow strict protocols.
  • Excellent organizational and record-keeping skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Good communication skills.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Previous experience in a similar role or in a healthcare setting is preferred.
  • Knowledge of decontamination and infection control procedures.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow strict protocols.
  • Excellent organizational and record-keeping skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Good communication skills.

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 details

Employer name

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

The Bays

S Wharf Road

London

W2 1NY


Employer's website

https://www.imperial.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

The Bays

S Wharf Road

London

W2 1NY


Employer's website

https://www.imperial.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

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Details

Date posted

29 August 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£16.02 to £25.04 an hour

Contract

Bank

Duration

3 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9290-24-1741

Job locations

The Bays

S Wharf Road

London

W2 1NY


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