Endoscopy Technician, PRN

Townsen Memorial Hospital is looking for a (PRN) Endoscopy Technician for our hospital located in Humble, TX ! The Endoscopy Technician is responsible for scrubbing and assisting the physician for all cases. After completion of each case, the technician will be on standby for sterile technician needs which includes the following aspects of sterile processing to include decontamination, preparation packaging sterilization and sterile storage while adhering to department policies and procedures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Identifies and follows manufactures instructions to sort, disassemble, decontaminate, rinse, and disinfect instrumentation, flexible scopes, equipment. Facilitates room turnovers, troubleshoots problems and repairs. Identifies and inspects instruments for cleanliness and functionality. Reviews instrumentation needs with management. Assembles and prepares instrumentation for sterilization. Selects appropriate sterilization methods and follows manufactures recommendations for sterilization method. Utilizes count sheets consistently to correctly assemble, protect, wrap containerize and/or peel pack and label instrumentations. Documents and verifies sterilization loads and biological test to determine the efficacy of the sterilization process. Handles sterile products properly and ensures stock is placed in the proper location. Maintain inventory and stock operating par levels for stored instrumentation and emergency carts. Delivers instrumentation to as needed to the operating room. Makes rounds consistently through the operating rooms and confirms instrumentation needs are met. Prepares carts from pick list and work with specialty surgical instrumentation. Adheres to the proper handling of garbage, linen, and biohazardous materials, maintaining a clean and orderly work area. Provides guidance and training to other staff as needed. Performs other related duties as assigned to support the hospital.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of Medical Terminology. Demonstrates strong knowledge of sterile technique related to operating room preparation and procedures. Demonstrates proficiency in medical and surgical technology. Demonstrates strong knowledge of operating equipment and supplies. Demonstrates leadership skills.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Formal training as Endoscopy Technician or One (1) year of clinical experience as an Endoscopy Technician in lieu of formal training. Compensation to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Employment for this position is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening. #J-18808-Ljbffr Townsen Memorial Hospital