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Endoscopy Decontamination TechnicianNHS

Dorchester, DT2 8BB Bank Negotiable
Posted 6 May 2026 Closing date 31 December 2026
Moreton (Dorset) Rail Station (under 0.1 miles away) Poole Bus Station (14.7 miles away)

Job summary

We are currently seeking experienced Decontamination Technicians to join our team on an insourcing basis, supporting NHS Trusts. You will play a vital role in the safe and efficient reprocessing of surgical instruments, working with our partner hospitals to reduce waiting lists and support patient safety.

This role is ideal for candidates who are flexible, reliable, and confident working in new environments and who have hands-on experience with Getinge washer disinfectors and drying cabinets.

Main duties of the job

  • Operate Getinge washer disinfectors and drying cabinets in line with Trust protocols and national decontamination standards
  • Clean, inspect, and pack surgical instruments for sterilisation
  • Ensure accurate use of tracking systems and documentation
  • Adhere to infection prevention and control policies
  • Work collaboratively with the wider clinical team in a fast-paced setting

Job description

Who We Are

At 18 Week Support, we are the UKs leading insourcing provider to the NHS. We partner with trusts nationwide to expand clinical capacity, reduce waiting times, and improve patient access to outpatient and surgical care. Clinical excellence and patient safety are at the heart of everything we do.

Interested?

If this opportunity may be of interest, we'd be delighted to discuss it further. For more information or to apply, please contact:

[email protected]

About us

18 Week Support is the leading insourcing provider to the NHS, specialising in clinical demand, capacity management, and waiting list initiatives for both outpatients and day case surgery. Our insourcing services provide expert clinical teams to work closely with your in-house teams, allowing you to increase the number of patients seen, reduce waiting lists, and meet RTT expectations without compromising patient care.

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