Endoscopy Reprocessing Unit Technician in Wigan

Are you a focused, pro-active, forward-thinking individual? If the answer is “yes” then this could be the opportunity that you have been looking for. We are offering you the opportunity to support the expansion at Royal Albert Edward Infirmary and become part of our high performing team at the Endoscope and Reprocessing Units based at Royal Albert Edward Infirmary and with at Leigh Infirmary. This position will cover both sites (Royal Albert Edward Infirmary and Leigh Infirmary). We have 1 vacancy working 30 hours per week working between 8am - 6pm Monday to Friday across both sites (roster in place).

To participate in the provision of specialised decontamination of flexible endoscopes contributing to the clinical care of our patients. To carry out receipt, disassembly, manual cleaning, reassembly and reprocessing of reusable flexible endoscopes. Work in accordance with the Department’s Standard Operating Procedures, Quality Management Systems & JAG Standards. Plan your own workload with limited supervision. The role involves exposure to body fluids.

Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust are the proud providers of acute hospital and community services to the people of the Wigan Borough and surrounding areas. At WWL, we value our staff believing that ‘happy staff, makes for happy patients’. We have a recognised track record in staff engagement and living our values: People at the Heart, Listen and Involve, Kind and Respectful.

WWL are committed to placing the patient at the heart of everything we do, and in the provision of safe, effective care that acknowledges and ensures dignity. We are seeking to recruit people who share our values and beliefs. At WWL we value the benefits a rich and diverse workforce brings to our community and therefore welcome applications from all sections of society.

We are looking for someone who would like to join our high performing, skilled and adaptable team, who provide a comprehensive service to Endoscopy Units, Operating Theatres, Wards across both the Royal Albert Edward Infirmary & Leigh sites. This is a vital service that is a major link in the health care chain. The technician will be expected to undergo all aspects of the training provided, which is geared to equip them with the technical knowledge, skills and understanding to carry out the wide range of tasks within the ERU, which requires a high degree of numeracy, record keeping ability and attention to detail.

If you proceed to interview stage, please take the opportunity to discuss further with the Recruiting Manager. Candidates will be required to show the interview panel their original certificates. We may close the advertisement earlier depending on the volume of applications received.

To work in accordance with ERU Policy, Standard Operating Procedures and Quality Management System to meet JAG (external) accreditation. To reprocess reusable flexible endoscopes, manually wash, disinfect, reprocess, check, dispatch to user and track in a controlled environment. Under limited supervision by the Team Leader meet the demands of the Departments workload whilst consistently achieving high quality standards which will be measured by in-process checks. To operate decontamination equipment and carry out routine tests daily/weekly, in accordance with the Planned Preventative Maintenance Schedules, National Quality Standards and Guidance. To undertake duties consistent with the responsibility of the grade and needs of the service. The daily documentation of work production. To maintain the cleanliness of work areas sinks trolleys and other equipment, in line with the unit’s standard operating procedures.