Endoscopy Decontamination Technician

NHS

  • Ascot, Berkshire
  • £26,240-27,928 per year
  • Contract
  • Full-time
  • 6 days ago
Join Our Endoscopy Decontamination Team at Heatherwood Hospital - Frimley Health NHS Foundation TrustAre you reliable, adaptable, and eager to learn?We are seeking a committed and enthusiastic individual to join our Endoscopy Decontamination Unit based at Heatherwood Hospital, part of the Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust. This is an exciting opportunity to become an integral part of a supportive and professional team, working in a modern and friendly environment.About the RoleSituated within the Day Surgery Unit, the Decontamination Unit plays a vital role in ensuring the safe and effective cleaning and disinfection of flexible endoscopes used across Endoscopy services. You'll be responsible for maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and infection prevention, working closely with experienced practitioners to support patient safety and service efficiency.Main duties of the jobKey ResponsibilitiesFollow departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Quality Management Systems to ensure all processes meet required standardsClean, disinfect and store delicate endoscopy equipment safely and efficiently, validating each stage of the processMaintain accurate records of procedures, testing, and equipment maintenanceAssist with stock management, including ordering specialist decontamination items in line with Trust procurement guidelinesWear appropriate PPE and uphold infection control practices at all timesWork independently while contributing effectively as part of the wider teamAbout usFrimley Health NHS Foundation Trust provides NHS hospital services for around 900,000 people across Berkshire, Hampshire, Surrey and south Buckinghamshire.As well as delivering excellent general hospital services to local people, we provide specialist heart attack, vascular, stroke, spinal, cystic fibrosis and plastic surgery services across a much wider area.We have three main hospitals - Frimley Park in Frimley near Camberley, Heatherwood in Ascot and Wexham Park near Slough.Our three core values, and the behaviors that support them, guide everything we do and set out what we expect of our staff in the way they treat patients, visitors, service users and each other, Committed to Excellence, Working Together and Facing the Future.We are also proud to host the Defence Medical Group South East at Frimley Park with military surgical, medical, and nursing personnel working alongside the hospital's NHS staff providing care to patients in all specialties.DetailsDate posted28 August 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 3Salary£26,240 to £27,928 a year per annum including HCASContractFixed termDuration12 monthsWorking patternFull-timeReference number151-LC298-AJob locationsHeatherwood HospitalBrook AvenueAscot, BerkshireSL5 8AAJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesWhat We OfferFull training delivered by experienced colleaguesA friendly, collaborative working environmentOpportunities to develop skills in a specialist area of decontamination and infection controlA key role within a forward-thinking and high-performing NHS TrustWho Were Looking ForSomeone dependable and detail-oriented, with a proactive approach to learningA team player who values precision and understands the importance of infection preventionNo previous experience is required just a strong work ethic and a willingness to learnWant to Find Out More?If youre interested in making a difference behind the scenes in a vital healthcare setting, wed love to hear from you. Our decontamination team is happy to answer any questions and provide more insight into the role.Apply today and help us continue delivering safe, high-quality care at Frimley Health.For further information, please refer to the full Job Description and Person Specification.Please note we do not offer sponsorship for this roleJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesWhat We OfferFull training delivered by experienced colleaguesA friendly, collaborative working environmentOpportunities to develop skills in a specialist area of decontamination and infection controlA key role within a forward-thinking and high-performing NHS TrustWho Were Looking ForSomeone dependable and detail-oriented, with a proactive approach to learningA team player who values precision and understands the importance of infection preventionNo previous experience is required just a strong work ethic and a willingness to learnWant to Find Out More?If youre interested in making a difference behind the scenes in a vital healthcare setting, wed love to hear from you. Our decontamination team is happy to answer any questions and provide more insight into the role.Apply today and help us continue delivering safe, high-quality care at Frimley Health.For further information, please refer to the full Job Description and Person Specification.Please note we do not offer sponsorship for this rolePerson SpecificationVALUES AND BEHAVIOURS (E: 2 / D: 2)Essential
  • Values and behaviours are expected to mirror those of the trust
Desirable
  • Demonstrates values and behaviours above what is expected
ABILITY TO WORK IN A TEAM (E: 2 / D: 2)Essential
  • Previous experience working in team & good communicator.
Desirable
  • Previous experience in Decontamination
QUALIFICATIONS (E: 2 / D: 2)Essential
  • GCSE or equivalent in English and Maths
Desirable
  • NVQ3 Technical Certificate in Decontamination or Equivalent level of knowledge and experience through appropriate training.
PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE (E: 2 / D: 2)Essential
  • Ability to motivate a team and work accurately under pressure
Desirable
  • Ability to recognise and monitor parameters of quality and accuracy according to departmental standards
Person SpecificationVALUES AND BEHAVIOURS (E: 2 / D: 2)Essential
  • Values and behaviours are expected to mirror those of the trust
Desirable
  • Demonstrates values and behaviours above what is expected
ABILITY TO WORK IN A TEAM (E: 2 / D: 2)Essential
  • Previous experience working in team & good communicator.
Desirable
  • Previous experience in Decontamination
QUALIFICATIONS (E: 2 / D: 2)Essential
  • GCSE or equivalent in English and Maths
Desirable
  • NVQ3 Technical Certificate in Decontamination or Equivalent level of knowledge and experience through appropriate training.
PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE (E: 2 / D: 2)Essential
  • Ability to motivate a team and work accurately under pressure
Desirable
  • Ability to recognise and monitor parameters of quality and accuracy according to departmental standards

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