Endoscopy Technician - FT

POSITION SUMMARY

Assist the Endoscopy staff with patient care in a timely and accurate manner.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Formal Education / Training:

High School Graduate.

Medical terminology course or 1 year experience in the health field.

Workplace Experience:

Perioperative Care

Equipment and Skills Training:

The ability to work well under pressure, to function dependently and independently. Standard patient care equipment for services provided. Network computer system, Meditech Order Entry Computer System; Endoscopy sterile processing equipment.

Physical Environment:

An Endoscopy Unit with patient population ranging from less than one year of age> ninety-nine plus years of age.

Physical Effort

• Able to communicate in English verbally and legibly.
• Able to stand/work for up to twelve hours a day.
• Able to lift and turn patients with assistance up to 250 lbs.
• Able to transport patient on stretcher or bed as necessary.

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

• Anticipates and provides equipment and supplies in a timely manner based on the needs of the patient and physician.
• Assists with the patient’s care, reports problems/needs, and performs interventions consistent with identified problems as directed by the nurse
• Provides emotional and psychosocial support for patient.
• Sterilizes and cleans supplies/equipment according to established standards, policies and procedures.
• Collaborates with appropriate health care team members to help coordinate the delivery of patient care in a timely manner.
• Handles/ transports medications/ solutions safely and in accordance with hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
• Participates with other healthcare team to coordinate compliance with JC standards.
• Participates in departmental process improvement activities.
• Facilitates staff development, assists with the orientation and training of new personnel and participates in the development of educational programs for co-workers.
• Demonstrates responsibility for assigned communications and monthly assignments.
• Assist in other Perioperative areas as needed when endoscopy cases are completed.
• Maintains their work areas and personal appearance in a way that reflects our professionalism and demonstrates to our patients, visitors, and coworkers the importance we place on cleanliness, orderliness, and safety.