GI Scope Tech

G. I Scope Tech Since 1949, Mount Sinai Medical Center has remained committed to providing access to its diverse community. In delivering an unmatched level of clinical expertise, our medical center is committed to recruiting and training top healthcare workers from across the country. We offer the latest in advanced medicine, technology, and comfort in 12 facilities across Miami-Dade (including our 674-bed main campus facility) and Monroe Counties, with 38 medical services, including cancer care, 24/7 emergency care, orthopedics, cardiovascular care, and more. Mount Sinai takes pride in being South Florida's largest private independent not-for-profit hospital, dedicated to continuing the training of the next generation of medical pioneers. Culture of Caring: The Sinai Way Our hardworking, tight-knit community of more than 4,000 dedicated employees fosters an environment of care and compassion. Each member plays a vital role in our collective mission to deliver excellent healthcare through innovation, education, and research. At Mount Sinai, we take pride in our achievements, aiming to be a beacon of quality healthcare in South Florida. We welcome all healthcare professionals to join our thriving community and contribute to our pursuit for clinical excellence. Position Responsibilities · Demonstrates the ability to pre-clean all endoscopes by removing valves, brushing all internal channels, and wiping exterior surfaces with prepared disinfectant solution. Flushes and rinses endoscope with clean water. · Demonstrates the ability to follow policy when placing endoscopes into automatic scope re-processor, by leak testing all endoscopes prior to disinfection, performing a diagnostic cycle and recording the results in the appropriate log, inserting sterilant concentrate into tray, and disposing of biohazard waste. · Demonstrates the ability to activate glutaraldehyde solution for high-level disinfection, including performing daily test strips and recording results in appropriate log. · Prior to procedures, endoscopes are tested for proper air, water and suction, and white balance is performed with satisfactory results. · Correctly sets up travel cart for assigned operating room or bedside procedure, inclusive of all needed equipment. Maintains a log to include location of equipment that has been borrowed. · Precepts new personnel to pre-clean processes, sterilization, and/or high-level disinfection process. · Removes from service and tags equipment that is found to be non-operational and/or unsafe, and reports findings to nurse director or designee. · Maintains a safe working environment for self and co-workers by cleaning up spills, using proper technique when handling chemicals, and removing overflowing trash or soiled linen. Is aware of contents and location of material and safety data information. · Always utilizes standard precautions when performing endoscope cleaning and disinfection activities. · Able to recite how to properly clean up a spill of glutaraldehyde, should it occur. · Keeps an adequate level of needed supplies without overstocking and notifies nurse director or designee when items must be re-ordered. · Safely transports patients, equipment, supplies and /or medications to other needed areas of the medical center. · Assists recovery room staff with holding and recovery room duties, including removal and disposal of soiled linen, disinfection of stretcher between patients, and preparing stretcher for next patient usage. · All other duties as assigned. Qualifications · BLS Required · High School Diploma or Equivalent experience required Benefits · We believe in the physical and mental well-being of our employees and are committed to offering comprehensive benefits that fit their personal needs. Our robust employee benefits package includes: · Health benefits · Life insurance · Long-term disability coverage · Healthcare spending accounts · Retirement plan · Paid time off · Tuition reimbursement · Employee assistance program · Wellness program · Free Parking · On-site housing for select positions and more!