Endoscope Decontamination Technician (Relief Cover)

Job overview

The post holder will be part of a Endoscope Decontamination team who will assist with the process of endoscope decontamination across all satellite areas within the Manchester University NHS Foundation trust (MFT). She/he will be based from the Endoscopy Units, at the Manchester Royal Infirmary, Trafford General Hospital or North Manchester General Hospital sites, and be allocated to one of the satellite areas requiring the services of a decontamination technician. The decontamination team will cover weekdays, bank holidays, evenings, and weekend shifts on a rotational basis as part of a seven-day service.

Main duties of the job

Understand the functions and clinical use of endoscopes.  Have working knowledge of all endoscopes used, to include an overview of the instrument construction and care and maintenance requirements.. Understand and put into practice the principles of endoscope cleaning and decontamination in line with National and Local policy. Work within the National Endoscopy Occupational standards and “Decontamination Room Workforce Competences” which will be assessed on a regular basis. Undertake Automated Endoscope Reprocessor (AER) manufacturer’s operators training and attend periodic update sessions.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ heading.   So that you’re even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, you’ll need to take time to read the ‘Candidate Essentials Guide’ that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification.  This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how ‘we care for you as you care for others’.  Most importantly, it also contains critical information you’ll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application

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Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive.  We look forward to receiving your application.

Diversity Matters

MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post.  As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you.  If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.