Endoscopy Technician II - GI Endoscopy Center HC2 - Full Time 10 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Union)

About this role

As an integral part of the Endoscopy Services Team, the Endoscopy Technician II performs assistance duties during advanced endoscopic procedures (i.e. ERCP) under the supervision of the physician and the registered nurse; works collaboratively with the nursing staff, medical staff and all members of the health care team; demonstrates professionalism through communication, education and participation as a team member; and is responsible for the safe, quality care, and safety of patients who come under his/her care. The GI Endoscopy Tech II generally processes moderate to complex endoscopic equipment.

Essential Duties: • Maintains and disinfects all GI/Endoscopy equipment, scopes (includes reprocessing), and supplies in accordance to department policy, procedures, and standards. • Effectively utilize procedure software, including inputting information in Endo-Pro system, distribute reports, and room/procedure utilization. • Effectively utilize travel and stationary carts for Endoscopy Procedures • Maintains inventory control and ordering of needed supplies • Perform basic troubleshooting for monitors and equipment and reports defective equipment and equipment malfunctions appropriately/immediately • Maintain established departmental policies, procedures, quality improvement, safety, environmental and infection control standards • Assists with patient preparation for procedure, including patient positioning and monitoring • Provides proper set-up of equipment/supplies for Endoscopy procedure • Assists Physician with specimen collection/biopsy • Assists Physician and Registered Nurse as Circulator with providing required equipment during procedure • Transports patients in a safe manner, with side rails up to ensure patient flow and safety • Effectively turns over procedure room in a timely manner and prepares for alternate Endoscopy procedures. • Performs on call duties on rotation. • Assists in providing orientation, training and continuing education for staff. • Performs other related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications: • Req High school or equivalent • Req Specialized/technical training Completion of a G.I./Endoscopy program and an accredited Surgical Technician program. • Req 2 years Previous GI Lab/Endoscopy experience. • Req Ability to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing. • Req Demonstrates ability to effectively work with physicians, staff, and patients.  

Preferred Qualifications: • Pref 1 year Advanced endoscopy ( i.e. ERCP) procedure experience.

Required Licenses/Certifications: • Req Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association • Req Surgical Technologist - CST Valid Certified Surgical Tech (CST); OR Surgery-Certified Credential (TS-C) from CAAHEP; OR ABHES certification • Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only).

The hourly rate range for this position is $30.50 - $51.85 When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.                                                   

USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the   Background Screening Policy Appendix D   for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying. 

We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact USC Human Resources by phone at (213) 821-8100, or by email at  uschr@usc.edu . Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law.

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