GI/Endoscopy Technologist

About the role

GI / Endoscopy Technologist Fort Myers Surgery Center is hiring a GI / Endoscopy Technologist Fort Myers Surgery Center, is seeking a motivated Endoscopy - GI Certified Surgical Technologist to join our team. Fort Myers Surgery Center is a fast paced ASC environment committed to producing the highest quality work and experience for patients and their families.

Responsibilities

• Be knowledgeable about professional and practice issues related to the field of gastroenterology
• In accordance with doctors preferences and established standards, ensures the presence of all instruments, equipment, and supplies necessary for the gastroenterological procedure
• Responsible for care and handling of all GI equipment used
• Set up a clean field as necessary for the specific gastroenterological procedures
• Maintains neat, orderly, and safe work area and practices economy in the use of all supplies
• Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for proper disinfection of the endoscopes every time
• Provides and maintains a safe environment for the patient and staff by complying with facility requirements and safety standards set forth by the organization
• Cleans gastroenterological area and helps to clean procedure room following gastroenterology procedures
• Properly disposes of contaminated supplies and equipment
• Performs duties in the instrument processing area such as washing, assembling, disinfecting, and sterilizing instruments
• Ensures that all equipment is functional
• Other relevant duties as assigned by management

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Completion of an appropriate surgical technician program or previous surgical technician experience of at least two years
• Previous experience in an ambulatory surgical center strongly preferred

Skills

• Must possess a strong knowledge of surgical procedures and management of the surgical patient
• Understanding of aseptic techniques and their implementation
• Ability to quickly adapt to changing condition of the patient when needed
• Must be an excellent team player and have the ability to communicate with staff, patients and physicians

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Opportunities to better yourself professionally
• Health, Dental & Vision Coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Company Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Health Savings Account/ Flexible Spending Account
• Education Assistance
• Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Travel Assistance when 100+ miles from home for business or vacation
• Free parking