What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Flexible Endoscope Reprocessor position at Premier Health Associates?
Premier Health Associates multi-specialty Ambulatory Surgical Center, located in Northern NJ (Sussex County) is seeking an experienced and dedicated part time Flexible Endoscope Reprocessor. The facility currently performs GI, General Surgery and Pain procedures and is open Monday – Saturday, 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Premier Health Associates is a fully integrated, physician-owned and managed healthcare organization committed to providing the highest quality of care in the most cost-efficient manner within the communities we serve. Premier Health currently serves patients with 14 locations throughout Sussex, Warren, and Morris Counties in NJ and Pike County, PA.
Summary
The Certified Flexible Endoscope Re-processor will perform all tasks associated with the processing of scopes, scope accessories and equipment including cleaning, decontamination, assembly, sterilization/high level disinfection, monitoring of environmental conditions, sterilization processes, and HLD processes. Qualified candidates must possess excellent customer service skills, initiative, and ability to take independent action and be capable of establishing and maintaining good working relationships.
Duties/Responsibilities
· Cleans and provides high level disinfection of equipment, scopes and scope accessories.
· Able to operate and maintain endoscopic washers in accordance with infection control standards, scope manufacturer and disinfectant guidelines.
· Maintains legible and accurate monitoring records.
· Collects all the necessary data required to track and trend the pathway of an endoscope from patient procedure through the completion of high-level disinfection.
· Aids in the disposition and monitoring of scope repairs, as well as other electronic equipment.
· Tests and trouble shoot all equipment utilizing knowledge and the manufacturer’s recommendations for all equipment, instruments, scopes and special handling.
· Adheres to Standard Precautions as appropriate, e.g., the use of protective barriers, gloves, masks, gowns and/or safety glasses
· Participates in performance improvement activities
· Assists staff with room preparation and room turnover according to guidelines and procedure specified, e.g., maintaining, cleaning and disinfecting all surfaces.
· Restock rooms daily and assist with restocking of bulk storage areas.
· Maintains a safe, clean environment
Qualifications
· High School Diploma or GED equivalent required
· BLS
· Completion of Certification program required (CBSPD/CFER), dual certification to include Certified Sterile Processing Tech, (CBSPD/CSPDT), a plus
· Minimum 2 years’ experience in a multispecialty ASC or hospital environment with working knowledge and proficiency in the use of Olympus scopes and equipment.
· Strong knowledge base of AAMI standards
All applicants send resume to: premierhealthresumes@atlantichealth.org
We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
Pay: $26.00 - $30.00 per hour
Experience:
- multispecialty ASC or hospital environment: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- CBSPD/CFER (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Sparta, NJ 07871 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $26 - $30