Endoscopy Technician - Edmond - Full-time

Position Title :

Endoscopy Technician - Edmond - Full-time

Department : Adult Endoscopy

Job Description :

General Description :

Under immediate to general supervision, performs duties in the capacity of an Endoscopic Technician to assist with the endoscopic procedures performed in an operating or procedure room. Responsible for receiving, and distributing endoscopes for procedures.

Essential Responsibilities :

Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position.

• Delivers audio-visual equipment in designated room / location
• Performs pre-cleaning of endoscopes at bedside or point of use / procedure room
• Maintains appropriate records for inventory reprocessed
• Monitor expirations dates of processed / disinfected scopes and reprocess expired scopes accordingly
• Performs equipment troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and more complex repairs
• Ensures timely reprocessing of scopes to meet the needs of procedures
• Moves lights and flat panels to correct locations
• Operate Medivators Automated Endoscope Reprocessors Advantage Plus
• Perform duties in accordance to manufacturer's Instructions for use
• Sends in repairs for all equipment and obtains loaners
• Responsible for cleaning, decontamination, assembly, packaging and High level disinfecting of all endoscopes and bronchoscopes.
• Manipulates such instruments to aid in the efficiency of the endoscopist and avoid hazard to patient. Observes progress of endoscopy and provides additional instruments, supplies or other items as needed.
• Recognizes and corrects breaks in sterile technique.
• Cleans and disinfects contaminated instruments, equipment and supplies.
• Cleans procedure room areas and disposes of soiled linen.
• May assist in the training of GI Technicians.

General Responsibilities :

Minimum Qualifications :

Education : HS Diploma or GED. Associate's degree preferred.

Experience : 0 - 3 years of relevant healthcare experience or sterile processing experience or experience as a surgical technologists preferred.

License(s) / Certification(s) / Registration(s) Required : Technician certification from the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) as a Certified Endoscopic Reprocessor (CER) or Certified Flexible Endoscope Reprocessor (CFER) within 12 months of hire date.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

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OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.