Endoscopy Tech I

CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health. With more than 700 care sites across the U.S., from clinics and hospitals to home-based care and virtual care services, CommonSpirit is accessible to nearly one out of every four U.S. residents. Our world needs compassion like never before. Our communities need caring and our families need protection. With our combined resources, CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities, advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable, and innovating how and where healing can happen, both inside our hospitals and out in the community.

Assist the physician and registered nurse in caring for patients undergoing endoscopic procedures. Responsible for maintenance and disinfection of endoscopic equipment and accessories. 

1. Cleans and disinfects endoscopes and accessory equipment as per manufacturer guidelines
2. Properly documents the cleaning/disinfection of all endoscopes on appropriate logs
3. Prepares accessory equipment for sterilization and delivers these to Central Sterile Processing at the end of day
4. Documents dates of change of disinfection solution, solution quality testing and reprocessing equipment filter changes 5. Responsible for assessing equipment on a daily basis and notification and escalation of any equipment damage and repair needs to appropriate channels and to  assigned unit leader
6. Responsible for set-up and clean-up of procedure room, supply carts, pre and post procedural areas and equipment
7. Performs as an assistant to the physician during diagnostic and therapeutic procedures as directed by the physician or registered nurse
8. Cleans and re-stocks room and unit supplies and accessories
9. Performs transporter duties as necessary
10. Provides assistance with skilled nursing care as directed by RN
11.  Assists with orientation of new personnel
12.  Delivers and picks up lab specimens and patient care supplies and equipment
13. Provides delegated clerical support
14. Communicates with patient's family, physicians, and unit personnel and peers in an accurate, courteous and professional manner
15. Other duties as assigned

Education & Experience

*High School Diploma/GED

*One (1) year of patient care experience