Healthcare Technician - La Plata, MD, United States - University of Maryland Medical System

Description

At University of Maryland Charles Regional Medical Center (UM CRMC), our talented and diverse groups of professionals represent our strength.

Through teamwork and a collaborative work environment, we proudly serve our patients and our community with unwavering commitment. The Endoscopy Reprocessing Technician will coordinate the daily activities associated with the care and
handling, to include maintenance of flexible endoscopes used by in the Endoscopy Center.

This includes, but not limited to, decontamination, inspection, testing, packing, high level disinfection and/or sterilization repair tracking, documentation, storage and distribution.

Great customer service and critical thinking skills are required for interaction with customers and co-workers.
Responsible for ensuring an adequate inventory of disposable supplies are available for production activities.
# Performs annual competency validation for the CS staff who are assigned endoscope reprocessing tasks and supports staff education for scope reprocessing: Ensures adherence to documentation requirements for compliance to regulatory standards.
# Coordinates ad manages repairs and loaners with Biomedical Engineering; ensures repairs are documented and expedited; Is competent on the operations of all production equipment and technology used for reprocessing medical devices. Maintains appropriate certification and keeps abreast of industry changes to include regulatory and best practices. May assume leadership responsibilities in the absence of the Ambulatory Manager in the development of departmental procedures and policies in reference to endoscope reprocessing.

Proficient in using instrument tracking software.
# Knowledge of medical terminology, supplies and a basic knowledge of computers and computer office software programs preferred.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.