Scope Tech

About the role

The primary duty of the Scope Technician is to clean the medical equipment, procedure rooms, and other areas within the Endoscopy Center(s) to ensure cleanliness is maintained. The Scope Tech is also responsible for stocking linen and other medical supplies within the Endoscopy Center(s).

Responsibilities

• Cleans Scopes and all procedure equipment as per manufacturer’s instructions.
• Clean procedure rooms, recovery areas, prep rooms, corridors, waiting rooms, etc.
• Make sure that linen is stocked adequately.
• Take supplies from the delivery area to storage or other designated areas.
• Attend safety and infection control in-services.
• Troubleshoots and recognizes malfunctioning equipment and notifies appropriate people.
• Sends scope and equipment out for repair.
• Report broken or faulty equipment and take it out of circulation as soon as possible.
• Able to work as a team member.
• Setting up procedure rooms and providing proper equipment for each exam.
• Opening and closing duties of scope room.
• Understand and follow universal precautions.
• Works within the guidelines of the center's policy and procedures.
• Making stretchers and helping nursing staff with other duties.
• Maintain a helpful attitude towards patients, families, and other healthcare personnel.
• Maintain cost awareness while performing duties as equipment is very expensive.
• This job requires access to Personal Health Information (PHI), HIPAA training is required, and HIPAA compliance is expected.
• Must follow the organization’s Code of Conduct.
• Must participate in the Compliance Program Initiatives and reporting and Compliance Issues.
• Able to communicate in English.

Additional responsibilities

• Attends safety and infection control in-services.
• Organize work plans, deadlines, and schedules.

Competencies

• Communication - Exhibits good listening and comprehension. Expresses ideas and thoughts in written form. Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally. Keeps others adequately informed. Selects and uses appropriate communication methods.
• Critical Thinking and Problem Solving - The ability to handle complex situations in the workplace and calmly develop creative solutions.
• Compassion - Exhibits empathy or real concern for patients coupled with a desire to take action to address the patient’s needs.
• Time Management - The ability to plan your duties ahead of time and leverage technology to help you do so.
• Collaboration - Exhibiting interpersonal skills, working with others, building trust and communication to complete goals and projects on time to achieve the organization’s shared objectives.

General qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively and accurately with physicians and staff both verbally and in writing.
• Works well with patients, physicians, and staff.
• Attention to detail.
• Able to handle multiple tasks in a stressful environment.
• Able to handle patient issues in a tactful, professional way.

Education and experience

• A high school diploma is required.
• Previous experience is preferred but not required.
• Must possess a BLS certification or must be able to obtain certification within 90 days.

Physical requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, and sit for an extended amount of time.
• Ability to see within normal parameters.
• Ability to hear within normal range.
• Ability to use hands, arms, and legs within the specifications of the job.
• Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds at times.
• Pulling and pushing line carts and stretchers.

Benefits (for full-time employees)

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401K Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-term disability
• Profit Sharing
• Supplemental Insurance
• Education and Tuition Reimbursement funding
• Initial Uniform Allowance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
• Paid Holidays

Important note

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhausted list of duties, responsibilities, and skills. Borland Groover is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.