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POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direction of the RN, the endoscopy technician is responsible for assisting with the care and safety of the patient in the endoscopy suite. Other duties include assisting physician with the endoscopy procedure and processing of endoscopy equipment. The endoscopy technician is responsible for performing a range of support activities that contribute to the overall efficiency of the endoscopy unit. Work involves inventorying, disassembling, cleaning, high level disinfection, reassembling, and maintaining endoscopy suite and endoscopy equipment. The endoscopy technician is also responsible for maintaining supplies and keeping stock supplies in the department.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment.

1. Commits to recognize and respect cultural diversity for all customers (internal and external).

2. Communicates effectively with internal and external customers with respect of differences in cultures, values, beliefs and ages, utilizing interpreters when needed.

Assists physician with endoscopy procedure Cleaning of endoscopes: High level disinfection Processes all instruments and equipment for Endoscopy according to manufucterer’s recommendations Updates and maintains IFU’s related to endoscopy equipment and instrumentation Performs specimen handling Performs documentation and logs related to sterilization.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

Ability to assist physician in all endoscopic procedures Knowledge of aseptic technique, infection control principles, high level disinfection, equipment and supply processing. Knowledge of Spauling Classification Knowledge of Universal Protocol Knowledge of ASGE Guidelines Ability to prioritize equipment needs of the endoscopy suite Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/LICENSURE/TECHNICAL/OTHER

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required. Graduate of an accredited school of surgical technologists preferred. Experience 1-2 years of experience Certification/Licensure:, CST preferred Software/Hardware: Meditech

Steward Health Care is proud to be a minority, physician owned organization. Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are at the foundation of the care we provide, the community services we support and all our employment practices. We do not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic.

Additional Information

Steward Health Care is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Steward Health Care does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic.

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