Decontamination Technician, Endoscopy

Key Duties: GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES To comply with all Trust Policies and Procedures to maintain a safe working environment for patients and staff. To work as part of the decontamination team within the Endoscopy Unit. To report any untoward incidents and complaints. To act always in a manner which promotes positive working relationships and maintains the professional image of the Trust. PRINCIPLE DUTIES To work as part of the team within the decontamination area of the Endoscopy Unit, ensuring that scopes are available for procedures To be competent in the decontamination and disinfection of endoscopes and accessories, including the safe handling, storage and traceability of flexible endoscopes in line with BSG guidelines and company policies. To be competent in the use of endoscopy equipment including AERS and drying cabinets To ensure the departments documented tracking and traceability system requirements and procedures are followed throughout the department. To have a basic understanding /knowledge of endoscopic procedures To document all loan and return of endoscopes. To read and document all water tests, weekly or daily. To be capable of working alone and unsupervised but ensure documented operational procedures are adhered to. To work under supervision but with a need to concentrate at all times. To be able to respond to urgent requests for priority equipment processing from registered nurse or other senior team members on a daily basis. To ensure PPE is worn in decontamination area as specified in Trust policy. To adhere to the requirements of working within a controlled environment. To be fully understanding of COSHH regulations, especially with regard to hazardous cleaning chemicals. To be responsible for approving loads after decontamination cycles are complete by carrying out various quality checks to ensure instruments are safely decontaminated before use. To ensure production areas are stocked up and stock levels maintained. To participate in the cleaning and maintenance of all the work areas to ensure high standards of cleanliness are achieved To respond appropriately to clinical emergencies. COMMUNICATION AND RELATIONSHIPS Communication regarding decontamination area with Nurse in Charge any issues or delays in the processing of the scopes. Report any issues to the Estates / appropriate Company regarding issues with decontamination machines or endoscopes, ensuring the Unit Manager and / or Nurse in Charge is aware. Relationship with both staff and patients should be discreet, bearing in mind that all information regarding patients must be kept confidential. Report to the nurse in charge of the ward / department matters of concern relating to patients and the ward / department environment. Ensure that any issues that may affect the running of the lists in endoscopy relating to decontamination are escalated to the nurse in charge. Answer the telephone, refer to the appropriate person. Be aware of the need to greet visitors to the ward / department and ascertain the purpose of their visit. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of health and safety at work in order to maintain a safe environment. To attend ward / departmental meetings as appropriate. Participate in the out of hours on call rota to provide scopes CLERICAL DUTIES Undertake a range of clerical duties, this may involve: Accurate records relating to the decontamination machine and endoscopes. Reception / telephone duties. Basic computer skills. Stock control. Prepare notes - using both electronic and manual systems. To file reports, correspondence, forms etc. as required. CLEANING Maintain cleanliness and tidiness of area and equipment as instructed. Ensure that policies ad procedures are followed with regard to cleaning of the endoscopes SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Decontamination Technician will be expected to attend the ENDO 1 course and completed decontamination competencies. All staff are required to work across all Trust Sites to support the Endoscopy Service. Job description Job responsibilities Key Duties: GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES To comply with all Trust Policies and Procedures to maintain a safe working environment for patients and staff. To work as part of the decontamination team within the Endoscopy Unit. To report any untoward incidents and complaints. To act always in a manner which promotes positive working relationships and maintains the professional image of the Trust. PRINCIPLE DUTIES To work as part of the team within the decontamination area of the Endoscopy Unit, ensuring that scopes are available for procedures To be competent in the decontamination and disinfection of endoscopes and accessories, including the safe handling, storage and traceability of flexible endoscopes in line with BSG guidelines and company policies. To be competent in the use of endoscopy equipment including AERS and drying cabinets To ensure the departments documented tracking and traceability system requirements and procedures are followed throughout the department. To have a basic understanding /knowledge of endoscopic procedures To document all loan and return of endoscopes. To read and document all water tests, weekly or daily. To be capable of working alone and unsupervised but ensure documented operational procedures are adhered to. To work under supervision but with a need to concentrate at all times. To be able to respond to urgent requests for priority equipment processing from registered nurse or other senior team members on a daily basis. To ensure PPE is worn in decontamination area as specified in Trust policy. To adhere to the requirements of working within a controlled environment. To be fully understanding of COSHH regulations, especially with regard to hazardous cleaning chemicals. To be responsible for approving loads after decontamination cycles are complete by carrying out various quality checks to ensure instruments are safely decontaminated before use. To ensure production areas are stocked up and stock levels maintained. To participate in the cleaning and maintenance of all the work areas to ensure high standards of cleanliness are achieved To respond appropriately to clinical emergencies. COMMUNICATION AND RELATIONSHIPS Communication regarding decontamination area with Nurse in Charge any issues or delays in the processing of the scopes. Report any issues to the Estates / appropriate Company regarding issues with decontamination machines or endoscopes, ensuring the Unit Manager and / or Nurse in Charge is aware. Relationship with both staff and patients should be discreet, bearing in mind that all information regarding patients must be kept confidential. Report to the nurse in charge of the ward / department matters of concern relating to patients and the ward / department environment. Ensure that any issues that may affect the running of the lists in endoscopy relating to decontamination are escalated to the nurse in charge. Answer the telephone, refer to the appropriate person. Be aware of the need to greet visitors to the ward / department and ascertain the purpose of their visit. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of health and safety at work in order to maintain a safe environment. To attend ward / departmental meetings as appropriate. Participate in the out of hours on call rota to provide scopes CLERICAL DUTIES Undertake a range of clerical duties, this may involve: Accurate records relating to the decontamination machine and endoscopes. Reception / telephone duties. Basic computer skills. Stock control. Prepare notes - using both electronic and manual systems. To file reports, correspondence, forms etc. as required. CLEANING Maintain cleanliness and tidiness of area and equipment as instructed. Ensure that policies ad procedures are followed with regard to cleaning of the endoscopes SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Decontamination Technician will be expected to attend the ENDO 1 course and completed decontamination competencies. All staff are required to work across all Trust Sites to support the Endoscopy Service.