Sterile Processing Technician​/GI Endoscopy Tech- FULL TIME

Position Summary:

Under the direction of the Nursing Quality Manager, completes routine tasks and duties under the direct supervision of the physician, registered nurse and Sterile Processing Department/Endoscopy Lead Tech. Cleans, prepares, assembles, sterilizes, distributes and ensures the quality of all surgical instruments and specific medical equipment. Inventory, issue and replenish medical supplies, instruments and equipment in the Sterile Processing Department (SPD) and Endoscopy areas.

Transport supplies, equipment, and potentially hazardous waste within the facility. Assists with the training of new SPD/Endoscopy Techs.

Director of Nursing

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Central Supply Technician certification training course.
• Current BLS certification.

• One (1) year experience in the surgery or ambulatory surgery center (ASC) or related experience.
• Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST).

• One (1) year experience in the surgery or ambulatory surgery center (ASC) in a endoscopy, hospital or ASC setting.
• One (1) year experience working in and SPD.
• One (1) year experience working as an Endoscopy Technician.

• Ability to anticipate tasks and prioritize assignments
• Ability to function with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work with internal and external customers.
• Ability to understand and follow complex instructions.
• Ability to input data into computer programs.
• Ability to maintain logs.
• Ability to maintain highly sensitive, confidential material.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Basic math skills.
• Provides hospitable customer service.
• Knowledge of human anatomy and body mechanics.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Provides hospitable customer service.
• Skill to provide care appropriate to ages of patients served.
• Well-developed verbal and written communication skill.

• Exposed to hazards from electrical/mechanical power equipment.
• Exposed to hazards of steam and heats.
• Exposed to hot or noisy equipment.
• Exposed to housekeeping/cleaning agents/chemicals.
• Exposure to infection from disease-bearing specimens.
• Exposed to infectious and contagious diseases.
• Exposed to hazards of handling diseased organs and tissues.
• Regularly exposed to the risk of blood borne diseases.
• May be exposed to biohazardous, radioactive substances.
• May be exposed to infections and contagious diseases.
• May be exposed to toxic chemicals.
• Subject to burns and cuts.
• Subject to many interruptions.
• Subject to varying and unpredictable situations.
• variety of electro-mechanical hazards.
• Occasional pressure due to multiples calls and inquiries.

• Physical/Mental/ Special Demands
• Infrequent (1-2%)
• Occasional (3-33%)
• Frequent (34-66%)
• Constant (67-100%)
• Sit - X
• Stand - X
• Walk - X
• Lifting 50 lbs.
  
  - X
• Carrying 50 lbs.
  
  - X
• Pushing 50 lbs.
  
  - X
• Pulling 50 lbs.
  
  - X
• Kneeling - X
• Squatting - X
• Bending - X
• Stooping - X
• Climbing - X
• Twisting - X
• Reaching overhead - X
• Foot controls - X
• Fine dexterity - X
• Repetitive work- hand/arms - X
• Repetitive work- foot/leg - X

• Eye Protection
• Face Protection
• Gown.
• Head Covering.
• Lab Coat or Apron.
• Mask.
• Non-Sterile Medical Gloves.
• Sterile Medical Gloves.
• Utility Gloves.

• Adapts care and treatment to reflect age specific needs of patient, cultural values of patient, personal rovides a safe environment for patients.

• Follows standards of infection control in the maintenance of endoscopy equipment and the preparation of procedure.
• Assist RN and physician with endoscopic procedures.
• Processes scopes used in procedure.
• Collect tissue specimen under the direction of the physician/nurse utilizing the following modalities:
  Fulguration:
  Electrocautery equipment, heater probe or Bicap;
  Snare technique for retrieval/collection of polys;
  Helicobacter samples on Clotest medica;
  Biopsy;
• Responsible for the preparation and clean-up of procedure.
• Cleans and disinfects scopes and accessories in a timely manner following infection control and manufacturer guidelines.
• Responsible for workplace, accountability and inventory.
• Orders and maintains inventory of supplies used and needs.
• Maintains a safe, comfortable, and therapeutic environment for patients.
• Demonstrates competency in area of specialization.

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