Make a difference in people’s lives every day. When you join UCLA Health, you’ll be working at an institution that provides leading-edge care to the people of L.A. and throughout the world. We provide our team members with the environment and support to do amazing work, because each and every one of them plays a vital role in our commitment to care.
Under the general direction and supervision of the Administrative Nurse I and II, the Gastroenterology Technician I is responsible for the complex and critical job of endoscope and equipment decontamination and reprocessing and is the departmental expert in this vitally important area.
You will perform duties as a processing technician to include decontamination and processing of flexible endoscopes and probes as assigned and needed within UCLA Health System. This process will encompass ensuring that a pre-clean was performed prior to handling, leak testing, manual washing, loading into an automated processor or manual high-level disinfection process, drying, and storage. All processing will follow department specific guidelines and policies as well as manufacturer’s instructions in handling and care of their product.
you will also responsible for assisting with equipment preparation, setup, inventory control, testing and arranging repair, and documentation of endoscope processing and repair. Generally supervised by the AN I, given work assignment by the AN I, charge nurse, or designated lead nurse on the MPU. Responsible for taking direction and coordinating workflow from senior technicians and registered nurses assigned to the MPU. Training will be provided by the department. In services and training will also be provided by specific product manufacturers with competencies.
Salary range: $26.98-$32.88 Hourly
We’re seeking a highly-skilled, self-motivated professional with:
- Must have knowledge of Endoscope reprocessors, image management system, physiological monitors, endoscopes, hemostasis devices, endoscopic accessories.
- Ability to evaluate and implement technical information such as operation manuals and directions for use of disinfectants, lubricants and other cleaning agents
- Skill and dexterity to work with intricate equipment
- Ability to stand for long periods of time
- Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with all team members and ancillary staff
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