Endoscopy Technician Medical Diagnostic Unit
St. Charles Health SystemAbout the role
Pay range: $22.91 - $32.07
ST. CHARLES HEALTH SYSTEM
JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE: Endoscopy Technician
REPORTS TO POSITION: Nurse Manager
DEPARTMENT: Perioperative Services
DATE LAST REVIEWED: August 2024
OUR VISION: Creating America’s healthiest community, together
OUR MISSION: In the spirit of love and compassion, better health, better care, better value
OUR VALUES: Accountability, Caring and Teamwork
DEPARTMENT SUMMARY: The Perioperative Services department provides specialized care to patients throughout their perioperative experience.
POSITION OVERVIEW: The Endoscopy Technician is accountable for the care, maintenance, ordering and stocking of the technical equipment and supplies, and creating a clean, safe environment for the care of patients. The Endoscopy Technician is considered a member of the procedural team. This position does not directly manage any other caregivers.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:
Performs direct patient care as assigned by the RN and reports observations and patient needs to the appropriate person.
Assists with the placement of devices, such as blood pressure cuffs, pulse oximeter sensors, nasal cannulas, surgical cautery pads and cardiac monitoring electrodes on patients to monitor vital signs.
Assists the physician in procedures and serves as a resource to the use and maintenance of equipment.
Performs technical skills and designated tasks as outlined during educational training and procedural unit requirements.
Utilizes computer/handheld for documentation.
Assists with input of charges/orders and maintenance of department logs.
Understands principles of HLD-reprocessing of flexible scopes and equipment as per manufacturer’s guidelines.
Cleans, disinfects, and stores endoscopy instruments and reports any malfunctions.
Initiates repair and replacement of endoscopy equipment and supplies.
Accurately orders supplies/equipment based on department needs.
Delivers customer service and/or patient care in a manner that promotes goodwill, is timely, efficient and accurate
Performs standby call as assigned.
Supports the vision, mission and values of the organization in all respects.
Supports Lean principles of continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm, functioning as a champion of change.
Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients and guests.
Conducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality. Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures, supporting the organization’s corporate integrity efforts by acting in an ethical and appropriate manner, reporting known or suspected violation of applicable rules, and cooperating fully with all organizational investigations and proceedings.
May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the organization, as required or assigned.
EDUCATION:
Required: High school diploma or GED.
Preferred: N/A
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION:
Required: AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider certification. ASGE Endoscopy Technician certification required within 6 months of hire.
Preferred: N/A
EXPERIENCE:
Required: One (1) year of experience in a medical environment.
Preferred: Previous endoscopy experience.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required to perform the job safely.
This position has been determined as having occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens and other infectious materials.
ADDITIONAL POSITION INFORMATION:
Must have excellent communication skills and ability to interact with a diverse population and professionally represent St. Charles Health System.
Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills.
Strong team working and collaborative skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to interpret a variety of instr
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