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At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.

Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

The Endoscopy Technician performs competent inspection and reprocessing of all re-usable department supplies, instruments, and equipment in accordance with organization policy and procedures. The Endoscopy Technician I, demonstrates knowledge of the standards of practice and guidelines for reprocessing and ensures that all re-usable supplies, instruments, and equipment are processed, tracked, and stored in accordance with organization policy and procedure

Essential Job Functions

+ _​_ Demonstrates disinfection principles to correctly leak test, manually clean, validate cleaning and disinfect all re-usable endoscopy supplies, instruments, and equipment in strict accordance with the organizationpolicy and procedure.

+ Inspects supplies,instruments, and equipment for cleanliness and functionality.

+ OperatesAutomated Endoscopic Reprocessors(AER)and other reprocessing equipment according to organization policy and procedure.Demonstrates accurate documentation of process,tracking and logs as required.

+ Demonstrates infection control practices with personal protective equipment, hand washing, aseptic techniques cleaning and disinfection of allinstruments and equipment according to organization policy and procedure.

+ Monitoring channel check process on specialty scopes to ensure appropriate pre-cleaning and reprocessing is occurring for patient safety.

+ Promote organizational behavioral based expectations and supports organizations efforts to exceed Key Performance Indicator goals.Strives to provide quality patient care that demonstrates stewardship and managementof valuable organization and human resources.

+ Prioritizes tasks/assignments based on department need and skill level while assuming full accountability.

+ Participates and encourages teammates in meeting patient care delivery and in restocking,cleaning, and organizing patient care areas, checks with department leadership when finished with assignment, and supports team needs.

+ Ensures physical preparation of the supply, instrument and equipment rooms bymaintaining a constant state of readiness, e.g., cleaning, maintenance and stocking. Understands organization policy and procedures around labeling, hangtime, storage and transportation of all instruments and equipment and their respective storage areas.

+ Performs related duties such aslog documentation,filing, photocopying and other duties as assigned.

+ Contributes to unit performance improvement and/or quality improvement activities.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation

Licensing/Certification

BLS Basic Life Support – American Heart Association (preferred)

Education

High School diploma or equivalent (required)

Work Experience

Six months of previous Endoscope reprocessing experience (preferred)

Training

NA

Language

NA

Working Conditions

Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.

May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.

May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids. *

May be required to use physical restraints.

May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials*

_* Individuals in this position_ _are required to_ _exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the_ _standard of_ _care concerning_ _infection_ _prevention_

Physical Requirements

Physical Demands

Frequency                                              0%                  1-33%                 34-66%                 67-100%

Lifting/ Carrying (0-50 lbs.)                                                                            X

Lifting/ Carrying (50-100 lbs.)                                                                        X

Push/ Pull (0-50 lbs.)                                                                                       X

Push/ Pull (50-100 lbs.)                                                                                  X

Stoop, Kneel                                                                                                     X

Crawling                                                                           X

Climbing                                                                            X

Balance                                                                               X

Bending                                                                                                             X

Work Position

Frequency                                               0%                  1-33%                 34-66%                 67-100%

Sitting                                                                                                                 X

Walking                                                                                                               X

Standing                                                                                                               x

Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards

Physical Requirements

Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)

Perform shift work

Maneuver weight of supplies, instruments, and equipment

Hear alarms/telephone/audio recordings

Reach above shoulder

Repetitive arm/hand movements

Finger Dexterity

Color Vision

Acuity – far

Acuity – near

Hazards

Depth perception

Use of Latex products

Exposure to moving mechanical parts

Exposure to potential electrical shock

Exposure to high pitched noises

Gaseous risk exposure

Skills

Hard/Tech/Clinical Skills _:_

_Knowledge_ _of infection control principles_ _._

_Ability to_ _maintain_ _accurate_ _documentation as required_ _._

_Ability and wiliness to float throughout_ _markets as_ _directed._

_Inform_ _supervisory of supply, instrument, and equipment_ _concerns_

_Analytical_ _skills_

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Soft/Interpersonal Skills:

_Attention to detail_

_Acceptance of authority_

_Critical thinking_

_Communication with_ _supervisor and teammates_

_Teamwork_

_Conflict resolution_

_Active listening_

_Relationship building_

As a Bon Secours Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

+ Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)

+ Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts

+ Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders

+ Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

_Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status._

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Bon secours Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [email protected] . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected]