Decontamination Technician

We have an exciting opportunity for someone to join our Endoscopy Decontamination Team full time. In this role you will be responsible for the timely and safe decontamination of specialist Endoscopy equipment, communicating with the multidisciplinary healthcare team to meet the department's workload, and adhering to COSHH and Health and Safety guidance. This role requires flexible working between Musgrove Park Hospital and Bridgwater Community Hospital., The main duties of this role include:

The decontamination of expensive and delicate flexible endoscopes including manual cleaning and the use of Endoscope Washer Disinfectors.

The handling of chemicals and detergents required for the decontamination process adhering to COSHH regulations.

The use of the TDoc traceability system to ensure all flexible endoscopes are tracked through use and processing.

Performing daily and weekly checks of machines to ensure they are fit for purpose.

To attend regular training updates and reviews.

To perform stock rotation and cleaning of work areas.

Communicating with the Endoscopy Decontamination Lead Endoscopy nursing team and other services.

As an organisation, Somerset NHS Foundation Trust offers employees a wide range of benefits including flexible working, NHS pension scheme, generous annual leave allowance and a commitment to career development.You will be eligible for our Blue Light Card and a wide range of NHS exclusive shopping & leisure discounts.We are proud of our skilled, diverse workforce and as an inclusive employer we welcome applications from all backgrounds.Working in Somerset enables you to enjoy the idyllic countryside, areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London.There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable.Somerset offers the countryside and the cosmopolitan -- there is truly something for everyone!