Instrument/Sterilizer Processor l - ll

About the role

The endoscope processing Technician will evaluate, troubleshoot, disassemble, assemble, and/or inspect endoscopes and TEE probes to assure proper function under direction of the department leadership.

The job purpose is the processing, care, and handling of endoscopes, TEE Probes and accessory equipment following infection control, national standards/guidelines, and UMHS policies.

Responsibilities

• Leak test, clean and high level disinfect endoscopes, TEE probes, endocavitary probes and other related items
• Clean, high level disinfects accessory equipment
• Manual clean endoscopes
• Stock supplies for the dept. and order as needed
• Transporting of scopes for repair
• QC of detergents, chemicals, agents, and/or equipment
• Operation of Automated Endoscope Reprocessors, Ultrasound machines, leak testers, automated HLD equipment
• Role model employee code of conduct
• Ability to meet functional/physical job requirements

Qualifications

Required qualifications include:

• OR Instrument Processor I: Graduate of Instrument Processing Program including completed externship
• OR Instrument Processor II: Certification Graduate of Instrument Processing Program including completed externship Minimum 1.5 years CSS experience
• Demonstrated competency with 80% of trays within assigned work areas
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team, in addition to being able to take direction
• Ability to take rotating weekend call, with 30-minute response time

Desired qualifications include:

• 2+ years processing endoscopy equipment/instrumentation
• Certified Flexible Endoscope Reprocessor (CFER) or Certified Endoscope Reprocessor (CER)
• HS diploma/GED required
• Reprocessing competency demonstration before hire or proof of completion of a scope reprocessing course and certificate of completion

Benefits

Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day

2:1 Match on retirement savings

Schedule

Monday-Friday from 6pm-2:30am