Endoscopy Technician II - Endoscopy

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

Requirements

C.F.E.R. or CER Certification required from The Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution, Inc. (CBSPD) or International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management (IAHCSMM); Current BLS certification; Current High Level Disinfection (HLD) competency training with annual renewal; 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 IFUs, 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 have

High school diploma or GED equivalent and one year of related experience

Benefits

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; 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