Endoscopy Decontamination Tech I - GI Support

Atrium Health; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health is seeking an Endoscopy Decontamination Technician to support the decontamination of scopes and instruments in the Endoscopy unit. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and a current BLS certification, with six months of related experience preferred.

The candidate will operate Endora and related equipment, maintain documentation, and assist in GI procedures as needed, ensuring safety and cleanliness throughout the endoscopy workflow.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Current BLS certification required.
• HLD training with annual renewal within 3 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Operates department equipment in decontamination areas and reports issues.
• Performs manual and automated decontamination of scopes and instruments.
• Inspects scopes and instruments for cleanliness and function.
• Assembles scopes/instruments into proper carrying containers.
• Packages special instruments per manufacturers' instructions.
• Performs decontamination and verifies process adequacy.
• Maintains documentation of decontamination in Endora system.
• Stores scopes/instruments in identified locations.
• Collects instruments for sterilization and transports as needed.
• Participates in monthly meetings and training opportunities.
• Assists team with specimen delivery and workflow support.
• Adheres to policies to prevent spread of contaminants/diseases.
• Assists in GI procedures at bedside in critical care and OR.

Skills

Proficient communication

Instrument handling competency

Knowledge of instrument IFU's

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Endora tracking system

Medivators

Dri-scope

Veriscan

Scope Buddy

Job description

Atrium Health is seeking an Endoscopy Decontamination Technician to support the decontamination of scopes and instruments in the Endoscopy unit. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and a current BLS certification, with six months of related experience preferred.

The candidate will operate Endora and related equipment, maintain documentation, and assist in GI procedures as needed, ensuring safety and cleanliness throughout the endoscopy workflow.