Ambulatory Proc Tech 1

About the role

The University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora – Ever Better, with shared values including equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and a place where all can thrive.

Responsibilities

• Provides technical knowledge in preparing instruments, equipment, and supplies for procedures and/or assists the team with the technical portion of the procedure.
• Selects required equipment and supplies for procedures based on provider preferences adapted for specific procedures and individual patients.
• Prepares the room for procedures and assembles, tests, and ensures correct working order of all supplies and equipment prior to and during procedures.
• Provides technical assistance to the provider with technical requirements of the procedure, including collection of specimens using anatomical landmarks and knowledge of disease processes.
• Manages specimen labeling and processing.
• Disassembles, identifies defective or malfunctioning parts, and provides preventive maintenance for all procedure supplies and equipment.
• Performs all pre-cleaning requirements per regulatory standards for all endoscopes, including inspection, leak testing, cleaning, high-level disinfecting, and identifying needed repairs.
• Follows established protocols for reprocessing endoscopes and accessories and for storing equipment.
• Applies principles of aseptic technique theories to equipment preparation and maintenance and when assisting with procedures.
• Identifies any potential compromise to sterile/high-level disinfectant integrity of items throughout the procedure.
• Based on material and/or manufacturer instructions, determines methods of high-level disinfection mode for products.
• Checks and calibrates equipment according to equipment protocol.
• Works with physicians and nurses in the selection of new inventory.
• Maintains professional relationships and communicates with vendors and the internal purchasing department.
• Updates protocols and equipment/supply preference lists of physicians.
• Assists office staff with scheduling procedures and appointments.
• Performs ambulatory technician duties as assigned, such as obtaining and documenting vital signs.

Minimum Education & Experience

• Associate’s degree or equivalent and 2 years of related medical or customer service experience required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of medical terminology, procedures, and computer experience preferred.

Compensation range: $19.72 – $26.62 per hour. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job’s compensation range, considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.