You will be working as part of a newly established team in adecontamination environment, delivering a professional service to the NHStrust.
You will be responsible for ensuring that all Endoscopes arecleaned and packaged to the correct high standards ready for patient use.
Main duties of the job
Main Duties will include:
Perform Leakage tests on all scopes
Pre-Clean all scopes as per the manufacturers guidelines.
Decontaminate flexible scopes using the automated washerdisinfectors.
Complete all necessary scanning andadministration for endoscopes to be reprocessed
About us
SCL is a wholly owned subsidiary of County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust (CDDFT) set up to deliver a range of non-clinical services The company is a separate legal body to CDDFT.
SCL offers its own Terms and Conditions of employment which differ to the national NHS Terms and Conditions. As an employee in the company you will benefit from:
- Access to a pension scheme - National Employment Savings Trust (NEST) CDD Services will pay a 3% contribution (this is over and above the minimum contribution rate at the present time)
- Night Shift Working Allowances (where appropriate)
- Bank Holiday Working Allowances (where appropriate)
Bank work is offered on an 'as and when' basis with no guaranteed hours and will be paid on a pro-rata hourly rate for hours worked only
Job responsibilities
Prioritise and disinfect endoscopes to ensure the usersrequirements are met in line with the agreed service agreements and the dailyrequirements schedule.
Carry out daily tests and house-keeping duties on thedecontamination equipment and within the department. Keep all work areas tidyand free from Hazards.
This is a great opportunity to start an excitingcareer in Decontamination healthcare with a clear development pathway.
Person Specification
Qualifications
- Educated to GCSE level, including Maths & English.
- Jets/JAG training
Experience
Special Skills & Knowledge
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.
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Endoscopy Decontamination Technician employer: Cddft
At County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and dynamic work environment for our Specialty Doctors in Emergency Medicine. Our commitment to professional development is evident through flexible working hours, opportunities for research funding, and a culture that encourages continuous learning and collaboration within a dedicated team. Join us in making a meaningful impact in the community while advancing your career in a vibrant healthcare setting.
