Endoscopy Surgical Tech Biliary

Ochsner Health•New Orleans, LA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways. At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today! Demonstrates proper usage of ultrasound and fluoroscopy equipment including radiation safety while assisting Advanced Endoscopists with specialized devices including but not limited to extraction balloons, cannulas & sphincterotomes, baskets, knives, cholangioscopic devices, stents, endoscopic mucosal resection devices as well as suturing. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company’s discretion.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Graduate from a surgical technology program
1 year of general gastrointestinal endoscopy or advanced endoscopy fluency
Certification in Surgical Technology within 90 Days
Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association within 90 Days
Ability to have effective, clear communication
Ability to perform needed tasks on radiology work lists & Provation or EPIC EMRs
Cohesive and open to peers and physicians
Ability to maintain Advanced Endoscopy skills and have completed Biliary training and taking on call
Knowledge of human anatomy
Ability to show fiscal responsibility for supply stewardship

Responsibilities

Assists physicians during procedures
Ensures cleanliness and disinfection of endoscopes while maintaining quality control measures
Maintains all endoscopic equipment and procedural assistive equipment
Maintains required knowledge base participating in activities of professional development
Adapts to change in a positive manner to assist in the day to day operations of the department
Performs direct patient care duties under the direction of the endoscopist
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all policies and standards
Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.
This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.