GI Endoscopy Tech - Operating Room - Roper Hospital
GI Endoscopy Tech - Operating Room - Roper Hospital
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Job Description
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Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40Work Shift:
Days/Afternoons (United States of America)Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
The Endoscopy Technician performs competent inspection and reprocessing of all re-usable department supplies instruments and equipment in accordance with organization policy and procedures. The Endoscopy Technician I demonstrates knowledge of the standards of practice and guidelines for reprocessing and ensures that all re-usable supplies instruments and equipment are processed tracked and stored in accordance with organization policy and procedure
Essential Job Functions
Demonstrates disinfection principles to correctly leak test manually clean validate cleaning and disinfect all re-usable endoscopy supplies instruments and equipment in strict accordance with the organization policy and procedure.
Inspects supplies instruments and equipment for cleanliness and functionality.
Operates Automated Endoscopic Reprocessors (AER) and other reprocessing equipment according to organization policy and procedure. Demonstrates accurate documentation of process tracking and logs as required.
Demonstrates infection control practices with personal protective equipment hand washing aseptic techniques cleaning and disinfection of all instruments and equipment according to organization policy and procedure.
Monitoring channel check process on specialty scopes to ensure appropriate pre-cleaning and reprocessing is occurring for patient safety.
Promote organizational behavioral based expectations and supports organizations efforts to exceed Key Performance Indicator goals. Strives to provide quality patient care that demonstrates stewardship and management of valuable organization and human resources.
Prioritizes tasks/assignments based on department need and skill level while assuming full accountability.
Participates and encourages teammates in meeting patient care delivery and in restocking cleaning and organizing patient care areas checks with department leadership when finished with assignment and supports team needs.
Ensures physical preparation of the supply instrument and equipment rooms by maintaining a constant state of readiness e.g. cleaning maintenance and stocking. Understands organization policy and procedures around labeling hangtime storage and transportation of all instruments and equipment and their respective storage areas.
Performs related duties such as log documentation filing photocopying and other duties as assigned.
Contributes to unit performance improvement and/or quality improvement activities.
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities skills duties requirements or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor subject to reasonable accommodation
Licensing/Certification
BLS Basic Life Support American Heart Association (preferred)
Education
High School diploma or equivalent (required)
Work Experience
Six months of previous Endoscope reprocessing experience (preferred)
Training
NA
Language
NA
Working Conditions
Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.
May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.
May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids. *
May be to use physical restraints.
May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials*
* Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions use personal protective equipment and devices and learn the standard of care concerning infection prevention
Physical Requirements
Physical Demands
Frequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100%
Lifting/ Carrying (0-50 lbs.) X
Lifting/ Carrying (50-100 lbs.) X
Push/ Pull (0-50 lbs.)X
Push/ Pull (50-100 lbs.)X
Stoop KneelX
CrawlingX
ClimbingX
BalanceX
BendingX
Work Position
Frequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100%
Sitting X
WalkingX
Standingx
Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards
Physical Requirements
Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)
Perform shift work
Maneuver weight of supplies instruments and equipment
Hear alarms/telephone/audio recordings
Reach above shoulder
Repetitive arm/hand movements
Finger Dexterity
Color Vision
Acuity far
Acuity near
Hazards
Depth perception
Use of Latex products
Exposure to moving mechanical parts
Exposure to potential electrical shock
Exposure to high pitched noises
Gaseous risk exposure
Skills
Hard/Tech/Clinical Skills:
Knowledge of infection control principles.
Ability to maintain accurate documentation as required.
Ability and wiliness to float throughout markets as directed.
Inform supervisory of supply instrument and equipment concerns
Analytical skills
Soft/Interpersonal Skills:
Attention to detail
Acceptance of authority
Critical thinking
Communication with supervisor and teammates
Teamwork
Conflict resolution
Active listening
Relationship building
Roper St. Francis Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.
Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:
- Comprehensive affordable medical dental and vision plans
- Prescription drug coverage
- Flexible spending accounts
- Life insurance w/AD&D
- Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
- Paid time off
- Educational Assistance
- And much more
*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.
Department:
Endoscopy/Gastroenterology - Roper HospitalIt is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws as well as the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a) 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age genetic information or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at .
Employment Type
Full-Time
