Endoscopy Tech FT Days

Trinity Health • Clive, IA

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About The Position

MercyOne is hiring an Endoscopy Tech for its MercyOne Des Moines Endoscopy department. The role transports patients, cleans and disinfects endoscopes and related equipment, performs clerical functions, and assists nursing staff in delivering care to adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients. The position includes the same work assignments at alternate Mercy endoscopy locations.

This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position scheduled Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with no weekends or holidays. The role requires a high school diploma or GED. Previous patient-care experience is preferred. Basic Life Support certification is required within six weeks of hire, and proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to the population served is required within three months of hire.

MercyOne describes its compensation as competitive and offers a full benefits package and opportunities for growth throughout the system.

Requirements

• High school graduate or GED equivalent.
• Basic Life Support certification within six weeks of hire; acceptable certification includes American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers.
• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to the population served within three months of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience with patient care.

Responsibilities

• Clean, disinfect, and reprocess endoscopes and accessory equipment; identify and report potential or actual equipment problems.
• Assist with transporting patients within the department.
• Perform clerical duties, including answering telephones, relaying messages, maintaining the patient log, and entering patient charges when requested.
• Maintain department inventory, including stocking supplies, linen, galley supplies, and charting materials.
• Maintain the physical upkeep of the department and equipment daily.
• Communicate effectively and appropriately with staff, physicians, patients, families, and other healthcare team members.
• Set up and tear down procedure rooms efficiently.
• Obtain supplies, equipment, and non-narcotic medication quickly as directed.
• Answer patient calls and emergency lights.
• Use computer applications to order supplies and process charges.
• Participate in quality monitoring by recording required daily, weekly, and/or monthly reports.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Full benefits package
• Opportunity for growth throughout the system

What This Job Offers

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