Sterile Processing Endoscope Technician II - York Hospital - Full-Time - Day

Essential Functions:

• Maintains an accurate up-to-date inventory of all endoscopes, rotation of disinfecting, repair log invoices, leak testing, log tapes, etc..
• Troubleshoots and performs preventative maintenance inspections regarding proper functioning of endoscopes as per proper guidelines and procedures.
• Arranges for repair scopes to go out/loaner EUS scopes to be delivered ASAP (Olympus).
• Maintains an accurate record of repair invoice history and fiscal budgeting monthly.
• Collaborates between Nurse Managers/Supervisors of other departments (pulmonary and Central Sterile Supply) to process after-hour scope availability and any workflow issues.
• Operates, troubleshoots and maintains automatic endoscope reprocessing machines per manufacturer IFU regarding proper machine maintenance.
• Performs biological monitoring and chemical tests according to manufacturers'/ state / federal guidelines.
• Collaborates with outside reps/vendors and Nurse Manager to promote efficient unit operations.
• Reviews the daily procedure schedule with other endoscope techs, GI techs, and nurses ensuring scope availability and turn-around time.
• Recognized as unit expert in all aspects of scope / equipment HLD. Collaborates with CSP Leadership to develop and maintain unit based training records for staff in all aspects of HLD and safe scope handling.
• Orders job specific supplies, as needed, through vendors (internal and external means).
• Educated on current specifications and best practice/EBP recommendations for scope processing and handling. Reviews unit practices on a yearly basis with the Nurse Manager and scope manufacture representative.
• Coordinates yearly review of all GI policies regarding HLD disinfection and schedules on site review by scope manufacturer of unit policy and practices.
• Under the direction of CSP Leadership assess scope repairs and helps identify needs for capital equipment purchases and scope fleet upgrades.

Common Expectations:

• Assists nurses and techs with service-specific scopes zoned for certain circumstances.
• Maintain established policies and procedures, objectives, quality assessment, safety, and environmental and infection control.
• Update/revise Infection Control Policy annually
• Mentors and orients Level I and Level II Endoscope Techs to endoscope equipment education and standard department practices
• Maintains and officiates competency book recording scope cleaning verification for ALL nursing, staff and techs
• Provides outstanding service to ALL patients; fosters teamwork; and provides fiscal responsibility through improvement and innovation
• Floats to all work areas of the CSP Department as needed
• Perform all the duties of a Level I or Level II Equipment Technician.