Endoscopy Technician - Endoscopy FT

About the role

Washington Gastroenterology is seeking a Full-Time Endoscopy Technician to join our endoscopy ambulatory surgery center. The Endoscopy Technician is an unlicensed individual responsible for high-level disinfection and maintenance of endoscopes and accessory equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform proper handling and care of procedure equipment adhering to policies and procedures for scope reprocessing and high-level disinfection per manufacturer’s instructions
• Perform required quality control checks per manufacturer’s instructions and document as appropriate
• Document and maintain all logbooks
• Maintain automatic endoscope reprocessor (AER), changing solutions and filters per policy
• Responsible for sterilization of equipment using an autoclave
• Transports soiled equipment from the procedure room to decontamination area
• Adheres to Universal Precautions when cleaning and disinfecting endoscopes and accessories, as well as when changing disinfection solutions
• Reports equipment malfunctions to Charge Nurse and/or Nurse Manager
• Assists with patient care under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse
• May be trained to assist the Physician with diagnostic and therapeutic procedures
• Responds to all codes and/or disasters and assists with the transporting or evacuation of patients
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Current BLS certification required
• This is an Unlicensed Assistive Personnel (UAP) position that does not require a State license or certification
• Previous experience as an Endoscopy Technician or similar role preferred
• Knowledge and experience working with biohazardous materials and chemicals is preferred
• Experience with sterilization of equipment preferred

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to problem-solve independently
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to maintain accurate recordkeeping

Physical Activities and Requirements

• Prolonged periods of standing and walking
• Ability to reach with arms/hands and lift at waist height frequently and over head occasionally
• Ability to bend, stoop, squat and kneel frequently
• Fine manipulation and grip with hands constantly
• Ability to lift 10 pounds frequently, occasional lifting 25 pounds and seldom lifting 50 pounds

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees (30+ hours/week) and their families
• Long-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment, and basic life insurance
• 401(k) plan with a 3% company safe harbor contribution and potential discretionary profit-sharing contribution
• Paid Time Off (PTO) accrued at 0.04 hours per payroll hour (1.6 hours for a 40-hour week)
• Vacation accrual for full-time employees, up to 77 hours annually as a new hire
• 8 paid standard holidays and 1 paid float holiday per year

Pay

This is an hourly position with an anticipated compensation range of $22.00 - $28.60 per hour. The hired applicant is also eligible for annual discretionary bonuses and a $2,000 hiring bonus for full-time employees.