Endoscopy Technician III: Sterile Processing & Patient Care

UCLA Health; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

UCLA Health is seeking an Endoscopy Technician to support the West Hills endoscopy suite and sterile processing team in West Hills, CA. The role requires careful prep of endoscopy rooms and assisting physicians during procedures, with emphasis on infection control and patient safety.

The position involves sterilizing instruments, maintaining equipment, documenting usage, and ensuring a clean work area in a HIPAA-compliant environment. Weekend and on-call duties are included as assigned.

Qualifications

• minimum of 2 years experience in endoscopy (with interventional) and sterile processing - required.
• Knowledge of infection control, equipment sterilization, and patient care protocols.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Manual dexterity to handle instruments and equipment.
• Able to take call.

Responsibilities

• Prepare endoscopy suites with appropriate sterile supplies, instruments, and functioning equipment.
• Assist physicians during procedures such as colonoscopies, EGDs and other endoscopic procedures.
• Clean, disinfect, and sterilize endoscopes and related instruments in compliance with hospital infection prevention policies and manufacturer guidelines.
• Maintain and troubleshoot endoscopic equipment, promptly reporting malfunctions.
• Monitor and support patent comfort and safety under nursing supervision.
• Accurately document scope usage, cleaning logs, and equipment tracking.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked work area.
• Adhere to hospital policies, safety standards, and HIPAA regulations at all times.

Tools

Endoscope sterilization equipment

Job description

UCLA Health is seeking an Endoscopy Technician to support the West Hills endoscopy suite and sterile processing team in West Hills, CA. The role requires careful prep of endoscopy rooms and assisting physicians during procedures, with emphasis on infection control and patient safety.

The position involves sterilizing instruments, maintaining equipment, documenting usage, and ensuring a clean work area in a HIPAA-compliant environment. Weekend and on-call duties are included as assigned.