Endoscopy Technician I, Endoscopy, Per diem, 8-hour day shifts, Evening and weekend call

Heywood Hospital•Gardner, MA

1d•$22 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Endoscopy technician is a member of the gastroenterology (GI) team. Under the direction of a GI physician or RN, the endoscopy technician provides assistance during endoscopic procedures including colonoscopy, esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD), cystoscopy, bronchoscopy, Bravo and endoscopic retrograde cholangio-pancreatography (ERCP). This role also involves assisting with specimen collection and handling, cleaning and sterilizing endoscopy instrumentation/equipment, ordering supplies to maintain appropriate supply levels, and facilitating patient flow and turnover in the Endoscopy department. The Endoscopy technician is required to take call based on the rotation within the endoscopy department. This is a bi-campus position.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
AHA CPR certification required or need to obtain within 60 days of hire.
Positive attitude, flexibility and self-direction are a must.
On call per departmental needs.

Nice To Haves

Endoscopy experience or endoscope processing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintains a clean and comfortable environment for patients and visitors, prepares endoscopy suite according to specific endoscopic procedure requirements.
Removes or arranges for removal of hazards from environment immediately to prevent potential safety hazards from occurring.
Prioritizes and re-prioritizes work based on the changing needs of the patients.
Assists patient, physician and nurse during endoscopy, bronchoscopy, cystoscopy, EGD, colonoscopy, Bravo, ERCP.
Sets up, prepares and maintains field, equipment and scopes for a variety of endoscopy procedures.
Cleans processes, disinfects, calibrates and maintains all endoscopes and related equipment.
Assists physicians with treatments and procedures as requested, including with biopsies and specimen collection.
Assists in the admission and discharge of patients.
Maintains and/or repairs (or initiate appropriate repair process) all endoscopic equipment including dictation system.
Assists in the collection of routine specimens, follows policy and procedure for specimen collection.
Assists with the transfer of patients to and from other departments utilizing appropriate technique (i.e. body mechanics, transfer mattress).
Maintains correct par level of supplies and orders as needed.
Observes reports and records non-invasive vital signs and intake and output as directed by the registered nurse and in accordance with Patient Care Service’s Standards.
Performs a variety of complex patient treatments and procedures according to standard policies and procedures.
Physically prepares patients for and assists care providers with examinations and therapeutic procedures.
Assists with pre and post operative patient admission to the Surgical Day Care Unit.
Performs pre-operative checklist verification.