Endoscopy Center Endo Tech

OverviewSign-On Bonus AvailableCHI Franciscan and Virginia Mason are now united to build the future of patient-centered care across the Pacific Northwest. That means a seamlessly connected system offering quality care close to home. From basic health needs to the most complex, highly specialized care, our patients can count on us to meet their needs with convenient access to the region’s most prestigious experts and innovative treatments and technologies. While you’re busy impacting the healthcare industry, we’ll take care of you with benefits that may include health/dental/vision, FSA, matching retirement plans, paid vacation, adoption assistance, annual bonus eligibility, and more!ResponsibilitiesJob Summary:An incumbent performs much the same work as other Endoscopy Technicians, participating in the day-to-day operations of the work unit, with “lead” work comprised primarily of: 1) serving as the point-person for staff as relates to GI instrument activities; 2) monitoring work and individual staff performance for adherence to established policies/standards; and 3) ordering/inventorying new/replacement instrumentation. The work requires knowledge of the policies, procedures and equipment applicable to the work unit at appointment.Essential Duties:Maintains cleaning processes for scopes and the cleaning, disinfecting and storage areas on a daily basis.Assists in preparing procedure areas.Provides assistance, within scope of licensure/certification, to a licensed health care practitioner with patient care during endoscopy procedures.Performs routine maintenance of scopes and endoscopic equipment.Participates in infection control studies.QualificationsEducation/Experience:Either: 1) completion of a gastroenterology or endoscopy technician training program, OR 2) 1 year of related experience in a health care setting with completion of a Medical Assistant, Operating Room Tech or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program.License/Certification: Certified Flexible Endoscope Reprocessor with a 5 year registration through The Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution; OR Current Certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Surgical Technologist or Medical Assistant through the State of Washington. Current healthcare provider BLS certification.Pay Range$21.70 - $29.84 /hourWe are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.