Endoscopy Reprocessing Unit Technician
| Posting date: | 16 May 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £22,383 per annum, pro rata |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 15 June 2024 |
| Location: | Leigh, WN7 1HS |
| Company: | Wrightington, Wigan & Leigh NHS Foundation Trust |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 6269609/302-24-6269609E |
Summary
A Vacancy at Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Are you a focused, pro-active, forward thinking individual?
If the answer is “yes” then this could be the opportunity that you have been looking for.
We are offering you the opportunity to support the expansion at Leigh Infirmary and become part of our high performing team at the Endoscope and Reprocessing Units based at Leigh Infirmary and with cover at Royal Albert Edward Infirmary, Wigan (RAEI), when required.
NO PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE NECESSARY!
We have 1x vacancy 30 hours per week working between 8am -6pm Monday to Friday (base at Leigh Infirmary).
This also includes participation of the “On Call” rota.
Training will take place at Royal Albert Edward Infirmary. On completion of training then transferring to Leigh site.
Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust are the proud providers of acute hospital and community services to the people of the Wigan Borough and surrounding areas. At WWL, we value our staff believing that ‘happy staff, makes for happy patients’. We have a recognised track record in staff engagement, and living our values ‘the WWL Way’.
*Applicants who have already received feedback that they are unsuitable for the position need not apply - unless they
have taken steps to strengthen their application to demonstrate and evidence how you meet the essential criteria since that decision. *
To participate in the provision of specialised decontamination of flexible endoscopes contributing to the clinical care of our patients.
To carry out receipt, disassembly, manual cleaning, reassembly and reprocessing of reusable flexible endoscopes.
Work in accordance with the Department’s Standard Operating Procedures, Quality Management Systems & JAG Standards.
Plan your own workload with limited supervision.
The role involves exposure to body fluids.
Choose Well – Choose WWL
Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals, NHS Foundation Trust are the proud providers of acute hospital and community services to the people of the Wigan Borough and surrounding areas. At WWL, we value our staff believing that ‘happy staff, makes for happy patients’. We have a recognised track record in staff engagement, and living our values ‘the WWL Way’.
WWL are committed to placing the patient at the heart of everything we do, and in the provision of safe, effective care that acknowledges and ensures dignity. With this in mind we are seeking to recruit people who share our values and beliefs.
On-Call
Please note this position will be expected to participate in an on-call rota
We are looking for someone who would like to join our high performing, skilled and adaptable team, who are dedicated to providing a comprehensive service to Endoscopy Units, Operating Theatres, Wards across both the RAEI & 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 unit’s standard operating procedures.
This advert closes on Thursday 30 May 2024
Are you a focused, pro-active, forward thinking individual?
If the answer is “yes” then this could be the opportunity that you have been looking for.
We are offering you the opportunity to support the expansion at Leigh Infirmary and become part of our high performing team at the Endoscope and Reprocessing Units based at Leigh Infirmary and with cover at Royal Albert Edward Infirmary, Wigan (RAEI), when required.
NO PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE NECESSARY!
We have 1x vacancy 30 hours per week working between 8am -6pm Monday to Friday (base at Leigh Infirmary).
This also includes participation of the “On Call” rota.
Training will take place at Royal Albert Edward Infirmary. On completion of training then transferring to Leigh site.
Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust are the proud providers of acute hospital and community services to the people of the Wigan Borough and surrounding areas. At WWL, we value our staff believing that ‘happy staff, makes for happy patients’. We have a recognised track record in staff engagement, and living our values ‘the WWL Way’.
*Applicants who have already received feedback that they are unsuitable for the position need not apply - unless they
have taken steps to strengthen their application to demonstrate and evidence how you meet the essential criteria since that decision. *
To participate in the provision of specialised decontamination of flexible endoscopes contributing to the clinical care of our patients.
To carry out receipt, disassembly, manual cleaning, reassembly and reprocessing of reusable flexible endoscopes.
Work in accordance with the Department’s Standard Operating Procedures, Quality Management Systems & JAG Standards.
Plan your own workload with limited supervision.
The role involves exposure to body fluids.
Choose Well – Choose WWL
Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals, NHS Foundation Trust are the proud providers of acute hospital and community services to the people of the Wigan Borough and surrounding areas. At WWL, we value our staff believing that ‘happy staff, makes for happy patients’. We have a recognised track record in staff engagement, and living our values ‘the WWL Way’.
WWL are committed to placing the patient at the heart of everything we do, and in the provision of safe, effective care that acknowledges and ensures dignity. With this in mind we are seeking to recruit people who share our values and beliefs.
On-Call
Please note this position will be expected to participate in an on-call rota
We are looking for someone who would like to join our high performing, skilled and adaptable team, who are dedicated to providing a comprehensive service to Endoscopy Units, Operating Theatres, Wards across both the RAEI & 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 unit’s standard operating procedures.
This advert closes on Thursday 30 May 2024