Endoscopy Tech I

$39,166 - $53,851/Yr

Baylor College of Medicine - Houston, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

Houston, TX

1,001-5,000 employees

Educational Services

About the position

The Endoscopy Tech I position at Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center involves assisting physicians and registered nurses in caring for patients undergoing endoscopic procedures. The role includes responsibilities for the maintenance and disinfection of endoscopic equipment, ensuring a safe and sterile environment for patient care.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and disinfects endoscopes and accessory equipment as per manufacturer guidelines.
• Properly documents the cleaning/disinfection of all endoscopes on appropriate logs.
• Prepares accessory equipment for sterilization and delivers these to Central Sterile Processing at the end of the day.
• Documents dates of change of disinfection solution, solution quality testing, and reprocessing equipment filter changes.
• Assesses equipment on a daily basis and notifies appropriate channels of any equipment damage and repair needs.
• Responsible for set-up and clean-up of procedure room, supply carts, pre and post procedural areas, and equipment.
• Acts as an assistant to the physician during diagnostic and therapeutic procedures as directed by the physician or registered nurse.
• Cleans and re-stocks room and unit supplies and accessories.
• Performs transporter duties as necessary.
• Provides assistance with skilled nursing care as directed by RN.
• Assists with orientation of new personnel.
• Delivers and picks up lab specimens and patient care supplies and equipment.
• Provides delegated clerical support.
• Communicates with patient's family, physicians, and unit personnel and peers in an accurate, courteous, and professional manner.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• One (1) year of patient care experience