EDU Technician
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Isleworth, TW7 6AF
Salary
£30,630 to £32,346
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
13 September 2026
13 days left
Job description
Carry out the decontamination, disinfection, inspection, testing, and preparation of flexible endoscopes and associated equipment in accordance with n...
- Decontaminate flexible endoscopes and associated equipment in accordance with HTM 01-06, local policies, and manufacturers' instructions.
- Perform manual cleaning, leak testing, inspection, and preparation of endoscopes prior to and following decontamination.
- Operate Endoscope Washer Disinfectors (EWDs) and drying/storage cabinets safely and effectively.
- Conduct routine checks of drying cabinets and report any faults, alarms, or performance concerns promptly to the appropriate personnel.
- Maintain full traceability records for all endoscopes processed within the decontamination unit.
- Identify, report, and document damaged or faulty endoscopes and equipment.
- Ensure all decontamination processes are completed accurately and within agreed timescales to support clinical activity.
- Adhere to infection prevention and control procedures and safe systems of work.
- Comply with Health and Safety legislation, COSHH regulations, and the Trust's policies and procedures.
- Monitor equipment performance and report faults or maintenance requirements promptly.
- Assist with validation testing, audits, quality assurance activities, and service improvement initiatives.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment within the decontamination unit.
Support the delivery of a high-quality decontamination service that meets national standards, Trust policies, and regulatory requirements.
Ensure compliance with HTM 01-06, infection prevention and control standards, and local decontamination procedures.
Participate in quality assurance programmes, audits, and accreditation processes to maintain service standards.
Maintain accurate and complete records to ensure full traceability of endoscopes and associated equipment.
Report incidents, near misses, equipment faults, and non-conformities in accordance with Trust policies and procedures.
Assist in the investigation of incidents and implementation of corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
Contribute to continuous quality improvement initiatives and service development projects within the Endoscopy Decontamination Unit.
Support the monitoring and review of key performance indicators (KPIs) and quality metrics.
Participate in competency assessments, training programmes, and mandatory updates to maintain professional standards.
Promote a culture of patient safety, continuous learning, and continuous improvement.
Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with Health and Safety regulations, COSHH requirements, and Trust policies.
Contribute to the development, review, and implementation of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and local working practices.
Our Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites--Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital--along with award-winning clinics across North West London.
Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5m, providing full clinical services including maternity, A&E and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health care. The CQC rates us Good in safety, effectiveness, care and responsiveness, and Outstanding in leadership and resource use.
We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Mid.
We are delivering sustainable healthcare through our Green Plan. In line with Greener NHS ambitions, we aim for net zero carbon emissions by 2045. Achieving this requires collective effort. We encourage staff to reduce their impact on carbon, waste and pollution wherever possible. Every action counts to create a healthier, more sustainable future.
We are committed to equal opportunities and believe diversity drives innovation and excellence. We welcome applications from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities, valuing the perspectives they bring.
Desirible -
Essential
- Putting patients first
- Demonstrate awareness of importance of working as part of a team
- Ability to adapt to changing needs of service
- Experience in the decontamination of reusable medical devices-surgical instruments and flexible endoscopes; using traceability systems, decontamination equipment and independent monitoring system
Desirable
- Experience of working with the NHS
How to apply
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First seen
28 August 2026
Last checked
29 August 2026
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