Health care assistant/decontamination technician

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Full time
Location: Cirencester
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Job offered by: Transformation Unit
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Employer: Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust

Employer type: NHS

Site: Cirencester Hospital

Town: Cirencester

Salary: £23,615 - £25,674 per annum pro rata

Salary period: Yearly

Closing: 09/02/2025 23:59

Health Care Assistant/Decontamination Technician Band 2 We love what we do and we think you will, too!

At Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust (GHC), we provide joined-up mental health, physical health and learning disability services to people of all ages across Gloucestershire. We run community hospitals and provide care and support in people’s own homes and in a range of other locations across the county.

We are on a mission to enable people to live the best life they can and we have a vision to work together to provide outstanding care. We put people at the heart of our services, focusing on personalised care by asking ‘what matters to you’.

Job Overview To work as part of the Endoscopy department team assisting in the delivery of high-quality service delivery under the supervision of qualified staff. To support all staff with the day-to-day running of services undertaken in Endoscopy at Cirencester Hospital. You will need to undertake key roles identified by the manager which will assist in the smooth running of the department. The job description outlines current duties and responsibilities; however, it is subject to review and amendment in the light of developing or changing services and as part of the annual Individual Performance Development Review.

Main Duties of the Job

Professional in attitude, acting in the best interests of Service Users.

Respecting and valuing others, openness in our communication.

Connecting with others and working across boundaries.

Owning our actions, ensuring the best outcomes, realizing your full potential.

Ability to work as an effective team member with good interpersonal skills.

To participate in the smooth running of the department on a day-to-day basis.

To be responsible for working with colleagues and managers to provide a safe and welcoming environment for staff, patients, and relatives.

To communicate effectively with all grades of staff.

To communicate effectively with patients showing regard for their individual needs and for their right to confidentiality.

To ensure all patient records are kept up to date, accurate, and stored safely.

With appropriate training, learn to independently decontaminate endoscopes using the AERs and use the drying cabinets.

Working for Our Organisation We have in excess of 5000 staff working over 50 sites, providing a diverse range of services. We strive to support an organisational culture that is welcoming, builds and celebrates inclusivity and diversity, and provides a sense of belonging and trust.

89.7%

believe they are making a positive difference to patients/service users;

73.3%

would recommend the organisation as a place to work;

82.4%

agree that care of patients and service users is the organisation's priority;

76.7%

would be happy with the standard of care for a friend or relative.

Detailed Job Description and Main Responsibilities

Working in Endoscopy at Cirencester Hospital under the supervision of qualified staff.

To engage with all service users, patients, and other teams within the Hospital setting at both locations.

To develop your skills to meet the demands and diversity in this department.

Endoscopy has a small team and requires staff to be flexible to meet our service delivery.

Hours of work are Monday to Friday, 08.00 – 18.30. Currently, we do not work bank holidays or weekends.

Person Specification General

Flexibility of working hours.

Qualifications

C and above in GCSE English and Maths or level 4 and above (or equivalent adult literacy and numeracy).

Care certificate.

Experience

Demonstrates good working knowledge and actively contributes to the safety within the clinical environment.

Some knowledge of decontamination of endoscopes – using washers and drying cabinets.

When joining us, as well as becoming part of a team that makes a difference, we also offer:

Free car parking at many of our sites.

27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to 33 days with long service.

A broad range of training and development opportunities, including apprenticeships up to Level 7 qualification.

A multi-professional preceptorship programme for all Newly Qualified Nurses, Nursing Associates, Internationally Educated Practitioners, Allied Health Professionals and Return to Practice Practitioners.

Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay when working unsocial hours.

Flexible, family-friendly and agile working opportunities.

Recognition and long service awards.

Fast Track physiotherapy.

Access to discounts and salary sacrifice schemes; including Cycle to Work, Car scheme and discounts on travel, leisure and retailers.

Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post, we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date. Good luck with your application.

For more information please see the attached 'Additional Information for Applicants' document.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Please leave a message and I will respond when able. Alternatively, you can ring the Endoscopy Patient Administrator on 0300 421 6294.

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