Endoscope Decontamination Technician in Ormskirk

Applications are invited from enthusiastic, hardworking, self-motivated, and committed individuals for the position of Endoscope Decontamination Technician. Candidates must have a pleasant and courteous disposition and a flexible attitude towards the demands of this post. The Central Endoscope Decontamination Unit is responsible for the decontamination of all flexible endoscopes used within the Trust, including manual cleaning, use of Automatic Endoscope Re-processors, storage, tracking and tracing of scopes, and delivery to point of use.

Main duties of the job:

• To undertake the complete cycle of endoscope decontamination. This includes the visual inspection, manual cleaning, processing in an automatic endoscope reprocessor, storing, tracking, and tracing and collection and delivery of all flexible scopes used in the Trust.
• To work within the designated area, ensuring that agreed standards are achieved.
• To implement the correct method of decontamination of the endoscopes in accordance with the manufacturers' instructions and protocols as issued by the department.
• To use Endoscope Washer Disinfector (EWD) safely and correctly, Drying Cabinets and all other associated equipment as per manufacturers’ instructions.
• To work within COSHH Regulations in respect of substances used, comply with departmental procedures for use of PPE and be competent in dealing with spillages of chemicals.
• To assist with all relevant tests required on endoscopes, washer disinfectors and associated equipment as per departmental protocol.
• To understand how to escape any problems or emergency relating to decontamination equipment to the supervisor or manager.
• To ensure all necessary documentation concerning the decontamination of each endoscope (tracking and tracing) is completed effectively and efficiently and in accordance with the departmental procedure (electronic and paper systems).

Person specification:

Qualifications:

• Good literacy and numeracy skills essential.
• GCSE or equivalent.
• Basic keyboard skill is also essential.
• National Decontamination Training Programme or other Decontamination qualification or equivalent.
• Quality system auditing experience would be valuable.

Knowledge & Experience:

• Previous experience of working in the Endoscopy Department or medical device decontamination manufacturing or production environment.
• Experience of working within a peri-operative care setting or healthcare related clinical environment would be a considerable advantage.

Skills:

• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to use initiative.
• Flexible.
• Awareness of Health and Safety at work requirements, COSHH, and Manual handling.
• Knowledge of Quality Systems and Quality system auditing.

Other:

• To be able to stand for long periods of time.
• Required to be nimble fingered to carry out repetitive tasks.
• The ability to work logically & sequentially as dictated by the workload.
• Able to recognise different scopes and serial numbers.
• Must be flexible to work hours required to meet the demands of the department.
• Must be able to work weekends, bank holidays.
• Motivated, Enthusiastic, Patience.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion: We actively cultivate a professional environment of fairness, equality, dignity, and respect for all individuals. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and value the unique skills, perspective and experience you bring. We are grounded in the belief that diversity enhances our collective strength, fostering innovation and excellence within our workforce. We welcome all applications irrespective of people’s race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion or belief, age, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity and in particular those from under represented groups.

Disability Confident Leader: We commit to offering an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job (the essential criteria) listed in the personal specification. If you wish to apply under this Guaranteed Interview Scheme, please indicate this on the online application form.

Armed Forces Veterans: We also commit to offering an interview to all armed forces veterans who meet the minimum criteria for the job (the essential criteria) listed in the personal specification. If you wish to apply under this Guaranteed Interview Scheme, please indicate this on the online application form.

Anonymous Shortlisting: The Trust operates anonymous shortlisting where no personal information about you, including your name or personal details, are shared with the recruiting manager. No equality information is shared at any time during the recruitment process with the recruiting manager or other people involved in the decision-making process.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check: If this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 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.

Optional Disclosures: Please note if applicable applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. If you have not already done so, you are encouraged to enroll for the DBS Update Service to which a small annual fee of £13 per year applies.