Endoscopy Decontamination Assistant - Canterbury, United Kingdom - East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust
East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust
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Canterbury, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Currently there is a vacancy for a highly motivated full time Band 2 Endoscopy Decontamination Assistant within the Endoscopy unit at Kent & Canterbury Hospital.

The unit is a busy Unit delivering high quality care to patients attending for both diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. This post is permanent.


East Kent Hospitals University Foundation Trust is one of the largest Trusts in England and is situated in the heart of the "Garden of England." The Trust has three endoscopy Units located on all three main sites at the Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother Hospital in Margate at the William Harvey Hospital in Ashford and the third located at the Kent & Canterbury Hospital.


To work as a team member within the work environment carrying out assigned tasks involving the direct/indirect care of the patient in support, and supervised by a registered nurse.

To ensure that the technical equipment is prepared and maintained and is fit for purpose. Assist with the running of the decontamination service that is the reasonability of the endoscopy unit. Ensuring all policies, procedures and the tracking of all equipment is adhered to.


We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 695,000 people.

Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'.

Everything we do is guided by our values:
'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference'.

We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day.

We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.


NHSEI have always been clear that staff have a professional duty to get vaccinated and it remains our best line of defence against COVID-19.

As such NHS organisation including Primary Care, are encouraged to continue engaging with and supporting their staff to inform their decisions in order to drive vaccine confidence, protect themselves, patients, and everyone else.

NHSEI has producedCOVID-19 vaccine communication materials.


The Trust is committed to supporting flexible working to fulfil our pledge as part of The Trust's People Strategy to help staff to achieve a healthy work/life balance.

Please speak with your Recruiting Manager for further information and opportunities.

Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in 'supporting documents'.
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