About this role
Job summary
This is an exciting opportunity to train as a Decontamination Technician within a specialist service that plays a vital role in patient safety and infection prevention. You'll develop the skills and knowledge needed to safely decontaminate and process flexible endoscopes, working to Trust and national decontamination standards.
As part of a supportive team, you will:
- Receive comprehensive training in all aspects of flexible endoscope decontamination and reprocessing.
- Help ensure equipment is cleaned, disinfected and prepared to the highest quality and safety standards.
- Follow Trust policies and national guidelines to support safe and effective patient care.
- Work flexibly across both Musgrove Park Hospital and Bridgwater Community Hospital to meet service needs.
- Contribute to a professional, efficient service that supports clinical teams and patient treatment pathways.
This role is ideally suited to someone who is reliable, keen to learn, and takes pride in delivering high standards. Please note that the position involves working in an environment where there is exposure to blood and body fluids, with appropriate training and protective equipment provided.
Main duties of the job
As part of our specialist decontamination team, you'll help ensure reusable medical devices are processed safely and efficiently, supporting high standards of patient care and infection prevention.
In this role, you will
- Meet the demands of a busy service while consistently maintaining high-quality standards, monitored through quality checks and performance measures.
- Use a high level of concentration and manual dexterity to carefully disassemble, inspect and reassemble reusable medical devices in line with manufacturers' instructions.
- Operate specialist decontamination equipment and carry out routine testing in accordance with quality standards, planned maintenance schedules and national guidance.
- Follow established procedures to ensure all equipment is processed safely and effectively for clinical use.
- Escalate concerns, unexpected issues or uncertainties to senior team members when appropriate.
- Undertake a range of duties that support the smooth running of the service and meet the changing needs of the department.
- Participate fully in induction, mandatory training and ongoing development opportunities to maintain knowledge, skills and compliance.
This role would suit someone who is detail-oriented, reliable and committed to maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety and patient care in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
About us
At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:
- Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
- NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
- Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
- A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential
Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.
We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.
Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.
The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.
Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.
Job description
Job responsibilities
If you're a motivated individual who enjoys practical, hands-on work and wants to contribute directly to safe, effective patient care, we'd love to welcome you to our team. Apply today and start your journey in this rewarding specialist role. For an informal chat prior to applying, please contact Vicki Smith, 01823 342349 or via e-mail: [email protected]
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE English & Maths -- minimum acceptable grade C or 4
Experience
Essential
- Experience of producing quality products within a defined performance criteria
Desirable
- Previous experience of decontamination and knowledge of working with a Quality Management System
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Must be able to work flexibly across both sites at Musgrove Park and Bridgwater Community hospital
- Effective communicator both verbally and written
- Ability to use IT and check documents
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Musgrove Park Hospital
Musgrove Road
Taunton
Somerset
TA1 5DA
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)