Endoscopy Technician - Springfield Regional Medical Center
About The Position
The Endoscopy Technician performs competent inspection and reprocessing of reusable department supplies, instruments, and equipment in accordance with organizational policies and procedures. The technician demonstrates knowledge of standards and guidelines for reprocessing and ensures reusable items are processed, tracked, and stored according to policy. The role includes performing inspection and reprocessing procedures, documenting processing activity, following infection-control practices, and helping ensure patient safety. The technician may be required to perform other job-related duties as directed by a supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Knowledge of infection-control principles.
- Ability to maintain accurate documentation.
- Ability and willingness to float throughout markets as directed.
- Analytical skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Acceptance of authority.
- Critical thinking.
- Communication with supervisors and teammates.
- Teamwork.
- Conflict resolution.
- Active listening.
- Relationship building.
Nice To Haves
- BLS Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association.
- Six months of previous endoscope reprocessing experience.
Responsibilities
- Leak-test, manually clean, validate cleaning, and disinfect reusable endoscopy supplies, instruments, and equipment in accordance with organizational policy and procedure.
- Inspect supplies, instruments, and equipment for cleanliness and functionality.
- Operate Automated Endoscopic Reprocessors (AER) and other reprocessing equipment according to organizational policy and procedure.
- Accurately document reprocessing, tracking, and logs as required.
- Use infection-control practices, including personal protective equipment, hand washing, aseptic techniques, and appropriate cleaning and disinfection.
- Monitor the channel-check process on specialty scopes to help ensure appropriate pre-cleaning and reprocessing for patient safety.
- Support organizational behavioral expectations and efforts to exceed Key Performance Indicator goals.
- Promote quality patient care through stewardship and management of organizational and human resources.
- Report concerns about supplies, instruments, and equipment to a supervisor.
- Float throughout markets as directed.
Benefits
- Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and a 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; HSA/FSA options; life insurance; mental health resources; and discounts.
- Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, and backup care for children and elders.
- Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
