Endoscopy Technician

Cleveland Clinic•Elkton, MD

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Join Cleveland Clinic Union Hospital and experience world-class healthcare at its best. Located in Dover, Ohio, Union Hospital is an award-winning not-for-profit community hospital serving the communities of eastern Ohio. Community and personalized care are at the forefront of Union Hospital’s values. At Cleveland Clinic, you will be part of a talented, compassionate, and driven team of caregivers. You will work with state-of-the-art technology and provide stellar patient care. At Cleveland Clinic, you will build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. Cleveland Clinic Gastroenterologists use the latest endoscopic advances to perform tens of thousands of minimally invasive procedures each year. GI (Endoscopy) Technicians work under the direction of a licensed nurse and/or physician to perform various patient care activities and related services, such as cleaning and disinfection, clerical duties, patient education and care, communication and supply procurement. You will interact with patients during three phases, pre-procedure, during procedures and post-procedure, allowing you to be essential in ensuring patient safety. This position offers the ability to be a part of a good team with a community feel. Here, you will feel supported each day as you grow your skills and learn in the role. There are endless learning opportunities as well as tuition reimbursement possibilities for those who want to further their education even more.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Medical Assistant certification OR one year of hospital experience utilizing medical terminology and computers
Basic Life Support (BLS) or Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certifications through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross

Nice To Haves

One year of clinical experience and/or experience in a Gastroenterology Lab or Operating Room
Medical Assistant certification
Certification from the Certifying Board of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates, Inc
Experience using EPIC
Medical Assistant or PCNA experience

Responsibilities

Assist in assessment and identification of physical, psychosocial, educational and safety needs of the patient, obtain vital signs, and notify Registered Nurses of any pertinent findings.
Perform rounds on patients in the prep/observation area to meet patient needs and enhance the patient experience and communicate when necessary.
Assist physicians and/or nurses during procedures and tests within scope of competency.
Maintain a clean and safe environment by cleaning and defrosting refrigerators, removing dirty linen appropriately, cleaning and preparing patient carts, and cleaning and processing endoscopy instruments and equipment per policy maintaining PPE.
Maintain quality control within the department.
Tear down procedure rooms at the end of the day and prepare rooms for the next day cases, including restocking supplies.
Transport patients utilizing safe techniques.
Assist with equipment management within the department as well as all cases outside of the department by troubleshooting and following up on all equipment issues and requesting assistance when needed.
Maintain inventories and communicate to appropriate personnel of needs.
Utilize software applications as appropriate.
Assist with breath tests in GI Special Testing Lab.
Receive patients at reception area and facilitate throughput.
Prepare charts, track patients in Op Time, and communicate to RNs all special patient needs.
Assist in scheduling procedures and assist with functions at the control desk when necessary.