GI Scope Tech

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Department

CC016870 G.I. Station

Job Description Summary

Position Responsibilities

• Demonstrates the ability to pre-clean all endoscopes by removing valves, brushing all internal channels, and wiping exterior surfaces with prepared disinfectant solution. Flushes and rinses endoscope with clean water.
• Demonstrates the ability to follow policy when placing endoscopes into automatic scope re-processor, by leak testing all endoscopes prior to disinfection, performing a diagnostic cycle and recording the results in the appropriate log, inserting sterilant concentrate into tray, and disposing of biohazard waste.
• Demonstrates the ability to activate glutaraldehyde solution for high-level disinfection, including performing daily test strips and recording results in appropriate log.
• Prior to procedures, endoscopes are tested for proper air, water and suction, and white balance is performed with satisfactory results.
• Correctly sets up travel cart for assigned operating room or bedside procedure, inclusive of all needed equipment. Maintains a log to include location of equipment that has been borrowed.
• Precepts new personnel to pre-cleaning processes, sterilization, and/or high-level disinfection process.
• Removes from service and tags equipment that is found to be non-operational and/or unsafe, and reports findings to nurse director or designee.
• Maintains a safe working environment for self and co-workers by cleaning up spills, using proper technique when handling chemicals, and removing overflowing trash or soiled linen. Is aware of contents and location of material and safety data information.
• Utilizes standard precautions at all times when performing endoscope cleaning and disinfection activities.
• Demonstrates the ability to activate glutaraldehyde solution for high-level disinfection, including performing daily test strips.
• Able to recite how to properly clean up a spill of glutaraldehyde, should it occur.
• Keeps an adequate level of needed supplies without overstocking, and notifies nurse director or designee when items must be re-ordered.
• Safely transports patients, equipment, supplies and/or medications to other needed areas of the medical center.
• Assists recovery room staff with holding and recovery room duties, including removal and disposal of soiled linen, disinfection of stretcher between patients, and preparing stretcher for next patient usage.
  
  

Qualifications

• License/Registration/Certification
• CPR certification required.
• Education
• High School Diploma or equivalent experience.
• Experience
• None
  

Benefits

We believe in the physical and mental well-being of our employees and are committed to offering comprehensive benefits that fit their personal needs:

• Health benefits
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Healthcare spending accounts
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Wellness program
• On-site housing for select positions and more!
  
  

Certification

Degree Requirements: