Endoscopy Technician I
About The Position
The Endoscopy Technician I operates all department equipment in designated decontamination areas and performs manual and/or automated decontamination of scopes and other instruments. This role inspects scopes and instruments for cleanliness and proper functionality, assembles them into proper carrying containers, and packages special instruments according to manufacturer's instructions. The technician maintains documentation of decontamination processes, stores instruments, and collects instruments for special sterilization. Additionally, this position participates in department meetings and educational training, assists other team members, and protects against the spread of contaminates. The role also requires assisting in general endoscopic procedures such as EGD, colonoscopy, specimen collection, and dilations.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Current BLS certification required.
- Proficient communication skills
- Ability to operate equipment such as Endora tracking system, Medivators, Dri-scope, Veriscan, Scope Buddy, and other devices related to scope decontamination and disinfecting of other instruments
- Knowledge of instrument IFU’s, care/disposal of solutions in use in the decontamination room, and scope/scope cabinet cleaning schedules
- Ability to show competency in scope handling during general GI procedures such as EGD, colonoscopy, use of snares and biopsy forceps, dilation procedures, and assistance in doing travel GI cases in critical care and OR
Nice To Haves
- Six months of related experience preferred.
- Complete high-level disinfection (HLD) training with first three months of employment with annual renewal.
Responsibilities
- Operates all department equipment in designated decontamination areas and promptly reports issues to the Assistant Nurse Manager of Endoscopy.
- Performs manual and/or automated decontamination of scopes and other instruments.
- Inspects scopes and instruments to ensure cleanliness and proper functionality.
- Assembles scopes and instruments into proper carrying containers according to procedure room needs.
- Packages special instruments according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Performs required decontamination and verifies adequacy of the process.
- Maintains documentation of decontamination processes utilizing Endora system.
- Stores scopes and other instruments in identified location.
- Collects instruments for special sterilization, delivers to the specific areas for sterilization, and picks up instruments post sterilization process for storage or immediate use in the Endoscopy unit.
- Participates in the department's monthly meetings and educational training opportunities.
- Assists other team members as needed, such as delivery of specimen to the pathology laboratory area and other errands assisting workflow and patient throughput.
- Protects self, coworkers, and facility by following policies and procedures concerning the prevention of spreading blood borne and or airborne contaminates/diseases.
- Exhibits competency in assisting general endoscopic procedures within the Endoscopy unit, at the patient’s bedside in critical care, and in OR such as EGD, colonoscopy, specimen collection, snares, biopsy forceps, and dilations.
Benefits
- Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs
- Competitive compensation
- Generous retirement offerings
- Programs that invest in your career development
- Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
- Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
- Incentive pay for select positions
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
- Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
