Sr. Endoscopy Technician Full time, Day Shift

Nwregionalheart; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health White Memorial in Los Angeles seeks a skilled professional to work in the gastroenterology lab. Responsibilities include assisting gastroenterologists with procedures, maintaining equipment quality control, and patient care.

Applicants must have a High School Education with CPR/BLS certification and preferably two years of gastroenterology or operating room experience. This role ensures excellent patient care while collaborating with registered nurses in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Two years' gastroenterology/operating room experience preferred.
• CPR or BLS certification required.
• Demonstrates competencies related to endoscopic procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assists gastroenterologists with various GI procedures.
• Cleans, tests, processes, and stores endoscopes.
• Transports patients between departments.
• Inventories supplies and communicates inventory needs.

Skills

Endoscopic procedures

Patient care

CPR certification

Quality control

Education

High School Education/GED

Associate’s/Technical Degree

Job description

Centered in the heart of Boyle Heights, Adventist Health White Memorial is one of the area's leading healthcare providers since 1913. We are comprised of a 353-bed hospital, three medical office buildings, residency programs, comprehensive cancer care and a vast scope of services located in the Los Angeles area. In 2019, Adventist Health White Memorial was recognized with the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, the nation's highest presidential honor for performance excellence. We are proud to promote wellness in the community at the local farmers market and through our community resource center with services for seniors and Spanish-speakers. Los Angeles is known for its art, rich culture, numerous sports teams and world‑renowned dining. There is something for everyone in this culturally diverse city.

Job Summary

Works in the gastroenterology (GI) lab, under the direction of registered nurses. Assists gastroenterologists with various GI procedures and related work, as required. Responsible for the care of adult and geriatric patients. Works under minimal supervision. Mentors and trains staff on technical skills.

Job Requirements

Education and Work Experience

• High School Education/GED or equivalent: Required
• Associate’s/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred
• Two years' gastroenterology/operating room experience: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications

• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required

Facility Specific License/Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required
• Hospital Fire and Life Safety (HLFS): Required

Essential Functions

• Demonstrates and practices competencies related to endoscopic procedures, which include proper disinfection, care and handling of endoscopes. Assists physicians with procedures, endoscopy room set‑up and cleaning, specimen collection and supervision of sterilization processes. Maintains quality control of each sterilization and terminal cleaning process, which includes biological monitoring.
• Understands and practices principles of universal precautions and hazardous materials management to process equipment and supplies through stages of decontamination. Cleans, tests, processes and stores endoscopes and other clinical equipment, according to established policies and procedures. Complies with Universal Protocol and National Patient Safety Goals. Demonstrates competence and understanding when scope washing, disinfecting, storing, quality testing and documenting.
• Transports patients between departments. Demonstrates the skills and judgment necessary to provide direct care to endoscopy patients, while collaborating with registered nurses. Displays a positive attitude within the nursing department and across the division to contribute to the organization’s customer service program.
• Inventories supplies and communicates inventory needs to inventory clerks. Obtains equipment, supplies and linen for endoscopy cases, as needed.
• Collects data for performance improvement.
• Performs other job‑related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

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