Endoscopy Reprocessing Unit Technician

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 units standard operating procedures. Job description Job responsibilities 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 units standard operating procedures.