Endoscope Reprocessing Tech
About The Position
When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives. Job Summary: Provides on-site support for the reprocessing of flexible endoscopes and related devices and equipment Gastroenterology Endoscopy procedural areas in compliance with manufacturers' instructions and or hospital policy. The Endoscope Reprocessor Technician (ERT) I is a beginner reprocessor who is encouraged to obtain certification within first year of employment but not earlier than 6 months of employment as an ERT. He or she will contribute to safe, quality and fiscally responsible cleaning of endoscopes per manufacturer and organizational instructions and adhere to all infection control policies at BIDMC. The ERT I is a novice who practices with maximal guidance and direction initially and emerges from orientation practicing at the advanced beginner level independently. Job Description: The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of this position.
Requirements
- High School diploma or GED required.
- 0-1 years related work experience required.
- Experience with computer systems required, including web based applications and some Microsoft Office applications which may include Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint or Access.
Nice To Haves
- CER certification highly encouraged.
Responsibilities
- Maintains inventories of endoscopic and reprocessing equipment and supplies. (essential)
- Performs safety checks to verify proper equipment functioning. (essential)
- Maintains and verifies compliance with all appropriate logbook entries. (essential)
- Cleans, disinfects, or calibrates scopes or other endoscopic instruments according to manufacturer recommendations and facility standards and Infection Control guidelines. (essential)
- Maintains endoscopic and reprocessing equipment for optimal functionality and coordinates repairs as needed, according to facility policy and procedure. (essential)
- Able to articulate understanding of policies and procedures of the department. Must also have understanding of the AAMI standards to reference and apply this knowledge as it pertains to scope reprocessing. Adheres to BIDMC Infection Control policies related to scope reprocessing. (essential)
- Participates in in-services and educational offerings as well as maintains compliance with assigned educational training. (essential)
- Assists and coordinates with nursing in other areas of the department and performs additional duties as necessary. (essential)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
