Endoscopy Technician - FT Days

About the role

Under supervision of professional nursing staff, assists with endoscopy procedures and maintains endoscopy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic patient care procedures as delegated under the direct supervision of the registered nurse.
• Provides a safe, efficient and supportive environment for the endoscopy patient.
• Applies the principles of asepsis in a knowledgeable manner to provide optimum patient care.
• Prepares and knows specific uses of all equipment and supplies used for endoscopy procedures.
• Differentiates sterilization methods required for specific instruments and equipment.
• Displays dexterity in the use of required instrumentation.
• Anticipates the needs of the physician in order to expedite the procedure.
• Organizes work by using economy in time, motion and materials.
• Functions as a role model and resource person for other technical staff.
• Participates in department activities and committees.
• Transports or accompanies patients to/from other hospital departments as needed.
• Demonstrates a flexibility to respond to changing workload to meet patient unit needs, in crisis and emergency situations.
• Demonstrates understanding of safety practices, emergency procedures, fire drills, evacuation procedures, and internal/external disaster plans and procedures.
• Demonstrates initiative in expanding knowledge of new endoscopy procedures and subjects relating to the endoscopy suite and the endoscopy patient.
• Observes and adheres to the Patients’ Bill of Rights.
• Demonstrates fiscal accountability by carefully handling and ordering supplies and equipment.
• Maintains a clean and safe patient environment.
• Provides a safe environment that reflects the specific needs of the age group of patient populations that are served.

Education Qualifications

• High School Graduate Required

Experience Qualifications

• 1–3 years
• One year in similar working capacity or previous experience as a PCA Preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Basic patient care skills and basic knowledge of endoscopic procedures and equipment.

Benefits

• Low-cost medical coverage with generous employer contributions
• Dental and vision plans
• Discounted prescriptions
• Access to on-site child care
• 401(k) matching
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Flexible spending accounts
• Legal and voluntary coverage options
• Life insurance
• Free on-site parking

Pay

Pay Range: $24.00/hour – $30.00/hour