Endoscopy Decontamination Technician

Endoscopy Decontamination Technician

One Ashford Hospital, Kent has a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Endoscopy Decontamination Technician to join our friendly Theatres & Endoscopy team.

Reporting to the Endoscopy Lead & Theatre Manager, the successful candidate will assist the qualified nurses to care for patients following surgical, investigative or medical procedures in line with national guidelines, hospital policies and best practice standards in the Endoscopy & Theatre setting, including:

• Participating in admission, recovery and discharge of endoscopy patients, in accordance with unit policies and patient pathways, reporting to qualified staff as directed.

• Co-ordinating the use of the supplies and equipment during an endoscopy list and in the immediate post-operative phase of care ensuring the equipment is used in an appropriate and safe manner

• Participating effectively in the preparation, maintenance, cleaning and disinfecting of all equipment and procedure rooms.

• Decontaminating all equipment after each procedure

• Supporting in an administrative capacity as and when required

Hours: 37.5 per week; shifts between 8am & 8pm Monday to Friday.

Endoscopy Decontamination Technician

Qualifications:

• Minimum GCSE education or equivalent
• NVQ or equivalent, Level 2/3 in Health & Social Care preferred
• Care Certificate

Experience:

• Ability to learn and develop and undertake appropriate NVQ or equivalent training
• Clinical experience in a healthcare setting

Skills:

• Patient focused; able to deliver a high standard of customer care
• Flexibility and adaptability to meet the changing needs of the business
• Basic computer skills
• Sound written and verbal communication skills

Desirables:

• Endoscopy experience desirable but not essential
• Experience of decontamination desirable
• Understanding of GRS & JAG desirable but not essential
• Willingness to support both Endoscopy & Theatres as when needed.

Endoscopy Decontamination Technician

About the Hospital

One Ashford Hospital is one of Kent's newest private hospitals. Patients receive fast access to appointments with specialist Consultants, diagnostic imaging and treatment for a range of health concerns. Our private hospital has been designed with the latest technology and with patient care at its heart.

In September 2023, we joined with Phoenix Hospital Group, a leading London based private healthcare group. Phoenix provide exceptional patient centred care with three state-of-the-art medical facilities in the Harley Street Medical Precinct in Central London and one in Chelmsford, Essex.

One Ashford is next door to the William Harvey Hospital and is close to junction 10 of the M20. Parking is available and is ideally located for candidates living in and around the Ashford area.

Our Recruitment Process

At One Ashford Hospital we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive working environment. We strive to create a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer.

Any offers of employment made by One Ashford Hospital will be subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK and receipt of a satisfactory DBS Certificate from the Disclosure & Barring Service.

One Ashford Hospital reserves the right to remove job adverts before the closing date.

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