At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a team ensuring safe and efficient reprocessing of endoscopy equipment.
- Company: Supportive NHS Trust partnership with Xyla, a leading clinical services provider.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, professional healthcare environment, and ongoing work opportunities.
- Other info: Fast-paced, collaborative environment with a focus on infection control.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patient safety and support frontline clinical teams.
- Qualifications: Experience in endoscopy decontamination or sterile services is preferred.
The predicted salary is between 29970 - 36483 £ per year.
We are currently recruiting skilled and reliable Endoscopy Decontamination Technicians to join a specialist service supporting Portsmouth NHS Trust. This is a key opportunity to contribute to a high-priority programme aimed at reducing a significant endoscopy backlog, with over 1,600 patients awaiting procedures within critical NHS timeframes. Working in partnership with Xyla, a leading UK clinical services provider, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safe and efficient reprocessing of endoscopy equipment. Your work will directly support frontline clinical teams by maintaining the highest standards of infection prevention, equipment tracking, and patient safety throughout the service. The service is expected to run through to March 2027, offering consistent work within a fast‑paced and highly collaborative environment.
As part of the decontamination team, you will be essential in enabling smooth procedure flow across both endoscopy suites and theatre settings, ensuring all equipment is cleaned, maintained, and ready for use in line with strict regulatory standards.
Job responsibilities
- Receive and handle used endoscopes following procedures
- Carry out manual cleaning and high‑level disinfection processes
- Operate automated endoscope reprocessors (AERs)
- Inspect equipment for cleanliness, damage, and functionality
- Track and log equipment usage to ensure full traceability
- Maintain strict infection prevention and control standards
- Safely store and prepare scopes for reuse
- Perform routine checks and report faults with decontamination equipment
- Ensure compliance with all hygiene, safety, and regulatory guidelines
Requirements
- Previous experience in endoscopy decontamination or sterile services (essential/preferred)
- Strong knowledge of infection control and decontamination procedures
- High attention to detail and ability to follow strict protocols
- Good organisational and teamwork skills
- Commitment to maintaining patient safety and quality standards
- Minimum 12 months experience within the NHS
What We Offer
- Competitive rates of pay
- Opportunity to work within a professional healthcare setting
- Supportive team environment
- Ongoing work within a growing service
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.
Endoscopy Decontamination Technician in Portsmouth employer: Xyla
At James Paget NHS Trust, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer that values the dedication and compassion of our nursing staff. Our supportive work culture fosters professional growth through continuous training and development opportunities, ensuring that our Ward Nurses thrive in a high-quality clinical environment. With a focus on teamwork and patient-centred care, we offer a unique chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients while enjoying the benefits of a weekend-only role.
