Endoscope Tech

Overview

Prepares and handles supplies, instruments and equipment in both sterile and non-sterile functions. Functions primarily as the scrub member of the surgical team under the direction of a Registered Professional Nurse (RN).

• Assists in preparation of room for procedures by assembling and checking function of equipment, supplies, instruments and special items needed for procedure.
• Assists RN in preparation of patients to ensure comfort and safety, allay fears, and give reassurance. Transports patients, as required.
• Sets-up instruments and supplies for assigned procedure.
• Assists the procedure team by passing the required instruments to the physician.
• Assists in clean-up of procedure suite between cases including, but not limited to, disposal of contaminated waste and terminally cleaning of instruments, checking their function.
• Operates endoscopic reprocessor.
• Replenishes special supplies, as needed.
• Cares for special instruments and equipment.
• Assists in returning unused supplies to proper place.
• Performs related duties, as required.

• High School diploma or equivalent, required.
• Knowledge of endoscopy supplies, equipment and instruments as normally acquired by completing a Surgical Technology Program.
• Demonstrates understanding of medical terminology.
• Excellent communication skills to understand directions and provide information.

The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.

When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).