Ambulatory Proc Tech 1

University of Rochester • City of Rochester, NY

7d • $20 - $27 • Onsite

About The Position

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.

This role provides technical knowledge in preparing instruments, equipment and supplies for procedures and/or assists the team with the technical portion of the procedure. The Ambulatory Proc Tech 1 selects required equipment and supplies for procedures based on provider’s preferences adapted for specific procedures and individual patients, and prepares the room for procedures. They assemble, test, and ensure the correct working order of all supplies and equipment prior to and during procedures. The technician provides technical assistance to the provider with technical requirements of the procedure, collection of specimens using anatomical landmarks and knowledge of disease process, and manages specimen labeling and processing. They disassemble, identify defective or malfunctioning parts, and provide preventive maintenance for all procedures supplies and equipment. This role performs all pre-cleaning requirements per regulatory standards of all endoscopes, including inspection, leak testing, cleaning, high-level disinfecting, and identifying needed repairs. They follow established protocols for reprocessing endoscopes and accessories and for storing equipment. The Ambulatory Proc Tech 1 applies principles of aseptic technique theories to equipment preparation and maintenance and when assisting with procedures, and identifies any potential compromise to sterile/High Level Disinfectant integrity of items throughout the procedure. Based on material and/or manufacturer's instruction, they determine methods of High-Level Disinfection mode for products, and check and calibrate equipment according to equipment protocol. The technician works with physicians and nurses in the selection of new inventory, maintains professional relationships and communicates with vendors and internal purchasing department, and updates protocols and equipment/supply preference lists of physicians. They also assist office staff with scheduling procedures and appointments.

Requirements

• Associate's degree or equivalent and 2 years related medical or customer service experience required
• Ability to performs ambulatory technician duties as assigned, such as, but not limited to obtaining and documenting vital signs required
• Knowledge of medical terminology, procedures and computer experience preferred

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Knowledge of medical terminology, procedures and computer experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Selects required equipment and supplies for procedures based on provider’s preferences adapted for specific procedures and individual patients. Prepares room for procedures.
• Assembles, tests and ensures correct working order of all supplies and equipment prior to and during procedures.
• Provides technical assistance to provider with technical requirements of procedure, collection of specimen using anatomical landmarks and knowledge of disease process. Manages specimen labeling and processing.
• Disassembles, identifies defective or malfunctioning parts, and provides preventive maintenance for all procedures supplies and equipment. Performs all pre-cleaning requirements per regulatory standards of 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's instruction, 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 internal purchasing department. Updates protocols and equipment/supply preference list of physicians.
• Assist office staff with scheduling procedures and appointments.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree