Job summary
Decontamination
Technician, Band 2. (Relief Cover) St James (SJH) and Leeds General Infirmary
sites (LGI)
We
are looking to appoint 2 enthusiastic and motivated flexible Relief
Decontamination Technicians to join our friendly and hardworking team of 15
Decontamination Technicians based at the Endoscopy Decontamination Service.
The
department provides a decontamination service for all flexible endoscopes
used across the SJH and LGI sites.
The
decontamination team provides a service 7 days a week with shift times based
around the needs of the service and its users.
07.00-15.00
Monday Friday 10.00-18.00 Monday Friday 12.00-20.00 Monday Friday. The
relief post holder will work 37.5hrs per week and will be required to work
flexible/ rotating shift patterns, and cross site working at short notice to
cover for unplanned sickness/annual leave which may include weekends as
necessary.
The
post requires long periods of standing and repetition of tasks as well as
attention to detail and the ability to follow prescribed protocols. The
service is compliant to JAG and ISO Standards and has an implemented Quality
Management System compliant with ISO 13485.
The
successful candidates will be able to work as a part of a team in a
fast-paced environment which requires multi-tasking and ability to work in a
flexible manner to meet the changing needs of the service which includes
working cross site and flexible shift changes including support for
Facilities services when requested
Main duties of the job
To meet the demands of the
Endoscopy decontamination units functions whilst achieving high quality
standards of service to our users
Requires long periods of standing
and repetition of tasks as well as attention to detail and the ability to
follow prescribed protocols. The service is compliant to JAG and relevant ISO
Standards and is working to implement a Quality Management System compliant
with ISO 13485
The use of automated
decontamination equipment including Endoscope Washer Disinfectors as part of
the automated decontamination processes employed within the unit
To work in accordance with
departmental policies and procedures in line with the departments Quality
Management System
To undertake the manual clean for
flexible endoscopes prior to automated decontamination and
communication/escalation of any failures
To document all daily maintenance
of machines and equipment as required
To ensure all processes are
recorded on the electronic tracking and traceability system
To ensure that all necessary
documentation is completed in accordance with departmental protocols
To carry out and record all
Daily/Weekly checks in line with HTM guidance and departmental protocols
To deliver and collect vital items
to the Theatres/ endoscopy and other service users when required
To communicate with enquiries from
users in a professional manner
About us
Our
values are part of what make us different from other trusts, so we see this
as a strength, as well as a responsibility. They have been developed by our
staff and set out what they see as important to how we work.
Our
five values are:
Patient-centred
Collaborative
Fair
Accountable
Empowered
All
our actions and endeavours will be guided and evaluated through these values
The
post holder must comply at all times with Leeds ways and values.
We
are a very small team working in a very specialized department supporting the
endoscopy services throughout Leeds Teaching Hospitals bringing together a
wide range of skills and expertise across the Trust.
We
are working innovating and driving forward change to deliver the highest
quality service. By working for Leeds
Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust this is your opportunity to be a part of that
change.
Leeds
Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process of redeploying 'at risk' me
Leeds
Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process of redeploying 'at risk'
members of our existing workforce to new roles. As such, all our job adverts
are subject to this policy and we reserve the right to close, delay or remove
adverts while this process is completed. If you do experience a delay in the
shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please bear with us while this
process is completed, and contact the named contact if you have any
questions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Expected Shortlisting
Date
24/11/2025
Planned Interview
Date
04/12/2025
The
post holder will work as part of a team in all areas of the endoscope
re-processing unit and will be expected to work flexibly to cover all shift
patterns
The
position will require handling of contaminated medical devices (endoscopes),
wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), and the safe
operation of decontamination equipment
The
post holder will support the implementation and maintenance of the Quality
Management System across the service
To be responsible for the
re-stocking of chemicals and disposable items required within the department
To report equipment faults to
supervisors/managers in line with manufacturer guidelines, SOP and Trust
Policy
To maintain records of repairs to
equipment within the department.
To escalate to senior members of
staff any faults identified that may prevent the safe reprocessing and
availability of endoscopic equipment
To transport clean/contaminated
endoscopes between the point of use (clinical user areas) and the
decontamination unit
The post holder will be required to
work flexibly on a rotational basis to cover the needs of the service
Working in accordance with and
supporting the quality management system
The post holder will provide a
service for all clinical areas using endoscopes on LTHT sites as requested
Job description
Job responsibilities
Expected Shortlisting
Date
24/11/2025
Planned Interview
Date
04/12/2025
The
post holder will work as part of a team in all areas of the endoscope
re-processing unit and will be expected to work flexibly to cover all shift
patterns
The
position will require handling of contaminated medical devices (endoscopes),
wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), and the safe
operation of decontamination equipment
The
post holder will support the implementation and maintenance of the Quality
Management System across the service
To be responsible for the
re-stocking of chemicals and disposable items required within the department
To report equipment faults to
supervisors/managers in line with manufacturer guidelines, SOP and Trust
Policy
To maintain records of repairs to
equipment within the department.
To escalate to senior members of
staff any faults identified that may prevent the safe reprocessing and
availability of endoscopic equipment
To transport clean/contaminated
endoscopes between the point of use (clinical user areas) and the
decontamination unit
The post holder will be required to
work flexibly on a rotational basis to cover the needs of the service
Working in accordance with and
supporting the quality management system
The post holder will provide a
service for all clinical areas using endoscopes on LTHT sites as requested
Person Specification
Skills and Behaviours
Essential
- To be able to independently prioritise own workload
- Ability to work under as part of a team
- Ability to work to tight schedules
Desirable
- To be able to independently prioritise own workload
- Ability to work under as part of a team
- Ability to work to tight schedules
- Able to adapt positively to change
Qualifications
Essential
- Good verbal and numerical skills with the ability to use IT equipment and systems
- The ability to work in an organized and methodical manner -
- Good listening and communication skills-
- The post holder will be required to undertake in house training relevant to the job role-Ability to work within strict guidelines
- Working collaboratively -
Desirable
- Decontamination and equipment and medical devices
- Good understanding of Infection control and COSHH regulations
Qualifications
Essential
- Good verbal and numerical skills with the ability to use IT equipment and systems
- The ability to work in an organized and methodical manner -
- Good listening and communication skills-
- The post holder will be required to undertake in house training relevant to the job role-Ability to work within strict guidelines
- Working collaboratively -
Desirable
- Decontamination and equipment and medical devices
- Good understanding of Infection control and COSHH regulations
Experience
Essential
- Excellent attention to accuracy and detail
- Ability to work within strict guidelines
- Ability to adapt positively to change
Desirable
- Experience of working in a controlled environment
- Ability to maintain skills specific for the decontamination unit
Other Criteria
Essential
- To achieve agreed standards of personal and professional development within the specified timescales including keeping mandatory training up to date
Person Specification
Skills and Behaviours
Essential
- To be able to independently prioritise own workload
- Ability to work under as part of a team
- Ability to work to tight schedules
Desirable
- To be able to independently prioritise own workload
- Ability to work under as part of a team
- Ability to work to tight schedules
- Able to adapt positively to change
Qualifications
Essential
- Good verbal and numerical skills with the ability to use IT equipment and systems
- The ability to work in an organized and methodical manner -
- Good listening and communication skills-
- The post holder will be required to undertake in house training relevant to the job role-Ability to work within strict guidelines
- Working collaboratively -
Desirable
- Decontamination and equipment and medical devices
- Good understanding of Infection control and COSHH regulations
Qualifications
Essential
- Good verbal and numerical skills with the ability to use IT equipment and systems
- The ability to work in an organized and methodical manner -
- Good listening and communication skills-
- The post holder will be required to undertake in house training relevant to the job role-Ability to work within strict guidelines
- Working collaboratively -
Desirable
- Decontamination and equipment and medical devices
- Good understanding of Infection control and COSHH regulations
Experience
Essential
- Excellent attention to accuracy and detail
- Ability to work within strict guidelines
- Ability to adapt positively to change
Desirable
- Experience of working in a controlled environment
- Ability to maintain skills specific for the decontamination unit
Other Criteria
Essential
- To achieve agreed standards of personal and professional development within the specified timescales including keeping mandatory training up to date
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.
