Endo Tech GI Lab Full Time

Jupiter Medical Center • Ilchester, MD

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Endoscopic Technician is a member of the nursing team who contributes to the comfort and well being of the patients by performing specifically assigned tasks and works under the direction of the Registered Nurse. The GI Lab technician manually cleans and disinfects the endoscopes utlilized in all the GI Lab and Pulmonary procedures. The GI Lab technician maintains the disinfectant solutions, assists with monitoring the quality of the solutions and the effectiveness of the reprocessing procedure. The GI Lab Technician will assist the physicians during procedures (under the direction of the RN) with biopsies, therapeutics techniques, polypectomies, PEGs, ERCPs, specimen collection, EUS, bleeding therapeutics (clips, banders) etc.. Demonstrates the ability to function as an assistant in GI procedures. Provides timely, accurate and complete documentation in decontamination room of all QI logs. Promotes a safe “error free” working environment by consistently performing thorough infection prevention measures. Assumes active role in orienting, coaching and mentoring of new staff. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Current Certified Nursing Assistant (C.N.A.) licensure in the state of Florida preferred
• American Heart Association BLS Certification, for Heath Care Provider
• Certified Endoscopic Tech through Society Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates preferred
• Strong problem solving, critical thinking and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and strong time management skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Computer literate
• Works effectively in a fast paced, collaborative environment
• Ability to apply principles of evidenced-based, analytical thinking and service excellence in practice
• On-call assignment per department and hospital policy
• Stooping, sitting, standing, and walking for long periods of time.
• Frequently assist lifting patients and heavy equipment.
• Ability to work in a stressful environment.
• Ability to work independently, making sound decisions.
• Detail oriented, alert, and self-motivated.
• Ability to push/pull up to 40lbs, carry and lift up to 50lbs.
• Annual Joint Commission mandatory education requirements, in-service and health requirements including attendance at new employee orientation
• TB/PPD Surveillance Program
• Maintenance of required professional licensing and/or certification(s).

Nice To Haves

• Current Certified Nursing Assistant (C.N.A.) licensure in the state of Florida
• Certified Endoscopic Tech through Society Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates

Responsibilities

• Manually cleans and disinfects endoscopes used in GI Lab and Pulmonary procedures.
• Maintains disinfectant solutions and monitors their quality and effectiveness.
• Assists physicians during procedures with biopsies, therapeutic techniques, polypectomies, PEGs, ERCPs, specimen collection, EUS, and bleeding therapeutics.
• Functions as an assistant in GI procedures.
• Provides timely, accurate, and complete documentation in the decontamination room of all QI logs.
• Promotes a safe working environment by performing thorough infection prevention measures.
• Assumes an active role in orienting, coaching, and mentoring new staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED