Endoscopy Technician - Operating Room - Berkeley Hospital
- Roper St. Francis Healthcare
- Summerville, SC, USA
Job Description
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Schedule: Monday to Friday. It will be four 10-hour shifts a week.
No call requirements.
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 required 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, Kneel X
Crawling X
Climbing X
Balance X
Bending X
Work Position
Frequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100%
Sitting X
Walking X
Standing x
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
As a Roper St. Francis Healthcare teammate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.
What we offer
- Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
- Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
- Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability
- Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status
Roper St. Francis Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.
It 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 recruitment@RSFH.com
Who We Are
At Roper St. Francis Healthcare, a career is a commitment to caring for our community and for one another. Trusted by Lowcountry families for generations, we continue to grow, expand access to care and invest in the people who make it possible. With opportunities across clinical and non-clinical roles, competitive benefits and a culture rooted in our mission of healing all people with compassion, faith and excellence, we support our teammates from recruitment through long-term career growth.
Learn more about us at careers.rsfh.com.
What we offer
- Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
- Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
- Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability
- Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status
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