Endoscopy Technician I

Baylor Scott & White Health • Waxahachie, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Endoscopy Technician 1, under a Registered Nurse's supervision, assists with technical procedures, patient care, and other duties.

Requirements

• Ability to read, write, speak and comprehend the English language.
• Ability to see and hear with or without correction.
• Takes personal responsibility to participate in performance improvement activities as they are available.
• Attends 100% of in-service education, as job required.
• Attends 50% of staff meetings; if unable to attend, employee is responsible for content.
• H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent
• Less than 1 Year of Experience
• Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS or BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.

Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains equipment safely and in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Assists physician and other designated clinical staff members in carrying out procedures which require aseptic techniques observing standard precautions.
• Safely transports cart to different areas of facility as needed; prepares patient for exam or procedure and assists physician.
• Observes patients, recognizes changes in condition and promptly seeks appropriate assistance.
• Cleans room before and after procedures, takes soiled equipment to decontamination room.
• Maintains an adequate inventory of equipment and supplies for the assigned area. Places general and special supply orders from purchasing promptly.
• Sets up the procedure room by ensuring all equipment and supplies are present and working.
• Restocks all supplies in assigned rooms at the end of shift.
• Performs quality checks on equipment and ensures repairs if necessary. Cleans and disinfects specialty equipment according to established policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

What This Job Offers

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