Endoscopy Technician

Rapid City Medical Center•Rapid City, SD

About The Position

At The Endoscopy Center we believe in providing exceptional care and supporting a healthy work-life balance. That means no nights, no weekends, and no holidays. We are currently seeking a Full-Time Endoscopy Technician to join our team! Who We Are We thrive on collaborating with smart, compassionate individuals. Our work can be challenging, but we are motivated by serving our families, friends, and community in meaningful ways. We value work-life balance and career satisfaction, offering competitive wages, exceptional benefits, and a workplace where you can feel proud of your contributions.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Minimum of 6 months in some aspect of healthcare.
Ability to walk, sit, and stand for long periods
Visual and auditory acuity for frequent use of computer, telephone, and occasional use of other office equipment
Capability for occasional overhead and low reaching
Physical strength for equipment needs and patient care activities
Visual and auditory acuity for timely responsiveness
Ability to move quickly in response to patient needs
Ability to frequently make judgments on/respond to problems
Ability to occasionally make judgments on/respond to disasters/emergencies, actual events, or drills

Responsibilities

Assists physicians with GI procedures in the role of the technician
Maintains endoscopic instruments and accessories in working order.
Maintains a clean and safe patient care environment
Implements and follows infection control procedures according to the Endoscopy Center’s policy and SGNA guidelines, while following policy for cleaning and disinfection of equipment and environment.
Maintains appropriate levels of supplies in the procedure rooms.
Is responsible for notifying the Quality Director when supplies need to be ordered and reporting supply levels to the Charge Nurse.
Collects specimens and records collections in the appropriate logs.
Appropriate use of personal protective equipment.
Performs duties in a cost-effective manner, in an effort to avoid waste without jeopardizing quality of care and service.
Assist with the admission process as needed.
Assists with room turnover and front-end turnover as well as ensuring the bathrooms are clean at all times.
Supports and upholds the policies of the Endoscopy Center.
Monitor and organize the environment and supplies in the procedure area to ensure patient safety and quality of care
Other duties as assigned.