Endoscopy Tech II - Endoscopy - Sharp Grossmont Hospital - Variable Shift - Full Time
About The Position
The Endoscopy Tech II performs direct patient care activities and assists with basic and advanced endoscopic procedures in the Endoscopy department under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse and attending gastroenterologist. The role also facilitates patient data management through transcription, order entry, and documentation, and supports effective use of department equipment, supplies, and other resources. The position maintains and reprocesses endoscopes and related equipment according to SGNA guidelines and Sharp policies, documents quality and regulatory compliance, supports inventory and workflow, and assists with patient transfers as needed. The technician assists during advanced procedures where provided, handles and processes tissue specimens under RN supervision, and contributes to staff competency training and continuing education. This full-time position is at Sharp Grossmont Hospital, has variable shifts, requires on-call availability, and may require weekend work as needed. It is covered by a collective bargaining agreement with SEIU-UHW; employees must join the union within 31 days of hire and remain a member or qualifying contributor for the duration of the agreement. Completion of GI Technical Specialist (GTS) and Advanced GI Technical Specialist (AGTS) programs is required within 90 days of hire.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Two years of endoscopy lab experience.
- AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professionals certification from the American Heart Association.
- Complete the GI Technical Specialist (GTS) and Advanced GI Technical Specialist (AGTS) programs within 90 days of hire.
Responsibilities
- Perform patient care activities under the direct supervision of a registered nurse.
- Assist the gastroenterologist during basic and advanced endoscopic procedures, including ERCP, colonic and esophageal stent placement, EMR, balloon enteroscopy, EUS, and FNA where services are provided.
- Perform high-level disinfection of endoscopes and washers according to SGNA guidelines and Sharp policies and procedures.
- Maintain quality logbook documentation for regulatory compliance; perform audits and assist with inventory management.
- Troubleshoot scope washers and perform chemical changes as required.
- Collaborate with department leadership on quality management and reporting related to endoscope reprocessing, equipment maintenance, and regulatory compliance.
- Complete duties within required time frames; maintain equipment and supplies, assist with ordering supplies, restock rooms, support patient transfers, and promote efficient room turnaround.
- Serve as a departmental resource for endoscope reprocessing and equipment maintenance.
- Work with department leads, educators, and materials specialists to identify ongoing staff education opportunities and maintain equipment and supply costs within budget.
- Participate in annual competency training by evaluating staff knowledge of endoscope maintenance and cleaning.
- Help update or develop endoscope-reprocessing competency modules and equipment in-services as needed.
- Maintain knowledge through educational opportunities and updates to SGNA standards of practice.
- Correctly collect, label, and process tissue specimens under the direct supervision of a registered nurse.
- Demonstrate proficiency with specimen-collection equipment, including EUS needles, snares, and biopsy forceps.
- Teach new Endoscopy Technicians correct specimen handling and monitor specimen-management processes for regulatory compliance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
