Endoscopy Technician

SUMMARY

Under the direction of the RN, the endoscopy technician is responsible for assisting with the care and safety of the patient in the endoscopy suite. Other duties include assisting physician with endoscopy procedure and processing of endoscopy equipment. The endoscopy technician is responsible for performing a range of support activities that contribute to the overall efficiency of the perioperative, endoscopy and CSD areas. Work involves inventorying, disassembling, cleaning, high level disinfection, sterilization, reassembling, and maintaining operating room and endoscopy instrumentation/equipment. The endoscopy technician performs in between case cleaning and terminal cleaning. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment.
• Commits to recognize and respect cultural diversity for all customers (internal and external).
• Communicates effectively with internal and external customers with respect of differences in cultures, values, beliefs and ages, utilizing interpreters when needed.
• Assists physician with endoscopy procedure
• Cleaning of endoscopes: High level disinfection
• Performs disinfection and sterilization of instrumentation in the central service department
• Processes all instruments for the operating room according to manufacturer's recommendations
• Updates and maintains IFU's related to endoscopy/operating room equipment and instrumentation
• Performs specimen handling in the endoscopy suite
• Performs documentation and logs related to sterilization including temperature and humidity logs, eye wash log, and instrument/equipment repair log
• Assists with transporting and positioning of patients
• Performs other duties as assigned

EDUCATION

High School Diploma or GED CRCST preferred, BLS required

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1 - 5 years preferred

• Ability to assist physician in all endoscopic procedures
• Knowledge of aseptic technique, infection control principles, sterilization techniques, equipment and supply processing, and operation of steam sterilizers*
• Knowledge of Spauling Classification*
• Knowledge of Universal Protocol*
• Knowledge of AORN Standards and Recommended Practices*
• Knowledge of AAMI Guidelines*
• Knowledge of ASGE Guidelines*
• Ability to prioritize equipment needs of the operating room/endoscopy suite
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to exercise good judgement and is self-motivated
• Excellent communication and organizational skills *
• on-the-job training will be provided to establish knowledge base

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• The employee may perform or have exposure to the following 75% or more: Stand / walk Use hands to finger, feel, reach with hands, climb, or balance Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl Talk or hear Taste or smell Lift up to 10 lbs. Lift up to 25 lbs. Exposure to blood-borne pathogens Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals Exposure to infections from disease bearing specimens Exposure to infectious/contagious diseases
• The employee may perform or have exposure to the following 25 - 50%: Lift up to 50 lbs Exposure to Outdoor Weather Conditions Risk of Electrical Shock Exposure to grease or oils Exposure to a (insert level) of noise

VISION REQUIREMENTS

• Close vision
• Distance vision
• Color vision
• Peripheral vision
• Depth perception
• Ability to adjust focus

SAFETY EQUIPMENT USED WHILE PERFORMING THIS JOB

• Face shields
• Surgical mask
• Surgical gown
• Gloves

PAY RANGE

$18.84-$27.48

EEO STATEMENT

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

LOCATION

SAH Attleboro Surgical Center 738 Washington St - 738 Washington Street Attleboro, Massachusetts 02703

WORK DETAILS

Work Type: 0700-1530

Work Shift: Day

Driving Required: No

Union: 1199 Seiu United Healthcare Workers East

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Union: 1199 Seiu United Healthcare Workers East As Rhode Island's largest health system and private employer, Brown University Health is the state's premier provider of health services and includes the only Level I Trauma Center for southeastern New England. Today, more than 20,000 people work at Brown University Health and bring their unique skills, experiences, and compassion to their jobs every day. Formed in 1994, Brown University Health is a not-for-profit health system based in Providence, RI comprising three teaching hospitals of The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University: Rhode Island Hospital and its Hasbro Children's; The Miriam Hospital; and Bradley Hospital, the nation’s first psychiatric hospital for children; Newport Hospital, Saint Anne's Hospital and Morton Hospital, community hospitals offering a broad range of health services; Gateway Healthcare, the state’s largest provider of community behavioral health care; and Brown Health Medical Group, the largest multi-specialty practice in Rhode Island.

DIVISIONAL INFORMATION

Brown University Health is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity of cultural background, race, gender, age, religion, identity, ability, and perspectives - we are actively committed to a diverse workforce that represents the patients and community that we serve. We are invested in creating a respectful, inclusive, and equitable environment that supports the holistic well-being of our employees and their families. Join us and help build a healthier future for our patients - and for yourself.