Scope Tech – Per Diem – Surgery – 119766

Under supervision, the incumbent is responsible for oversight of activities and competencies related to sterile processing, purchasing, inventory and equipment management within the assigned clinic, including oversight and coordination of competency and quality assurance. Duties include setting up and assisting physician/nurse in all procedures (including cystoscopies and less advance procedures) that is within the scope of practice, maintaining equipment and ensuring appropriate scope washing/maintenance compliance, coordination of internal and external supply orders, restocking and maintaining inventory, providing training relating to sterile processing procedures and processes, investigating and collaborating with vendors and Facilities Engineering on equipment repair issues, service delivery, and technical problems, assisting with administrative and clinical tasks in the department including EPIC front desk functions and rooming/discharging patients to maintain clinic flow. Other related duties as assigned.

• Graduation from college with a major in an applicable natural science; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Must possess the knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position.

• BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six (6) months of hire date.

• Recent experience in Urology, Surgery, Otolaryngology Scope and Instrument processing.

• Previous clinic experience and medical terminology.

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) OR Certificate of completion of a Medical Assistant training program.

• High-level disinfection/instrument processing. Care of Rhino-Laryngeal Videoscopes.

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
• Ability to float to all Surgery, HNS, and Urology Clinics with high level of efficiency and flexibility. Work various hours and locations based on business needs.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

Job offer is contingent on successful engagement in the UC COVID-19 Vaccination program (fully vaccinated with documented proof or approved exception/deferral).

If applicable, life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment; online-only certification is not acceptable.

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