Endoscopy Technician-(40 hours-No Experience Necessary)

Beth Israel Lahey Health•Needham, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Join the growing BILH team as an Endoscopy Technician, an exciting opportunity to learn on the job with no previous experience necessary. This full-time position (40 hours, Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM) is within the Gastroenterology department at BID Needham. The department offers expertise in all areas of gastroenterology and hepatology, serviced by highly-trained, board-certified gastroenterologists who provide specialized care for various digestive and liver disorders, including esophageal disorders, gastroesophageal reflux disease, liver diseases, disorders of the pancreas and biliary system, motility disorders, and inflammatory bowel diseases. The team also provides clinical expertise in diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy, performing over 2,600 procedures annually. The Endoscopy Technician performs pre and post-procedure preparation for endoscopic procedures, maintains equipment according to CDC and infection control guidelines, ensures equipment is in proper working order, manages supply inventory for the endoscopy unit, and assists nursing staff with various unit functions.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED required.
Certificate 1 Basic Life Support required.
0-1 years related work experience required.
Good reading and writing skills to comprehend instructions as well as knowledge of basic math.
Be computer literate and have an understanding of technical equipment.
Good organizational ability to work in a busy unit and dealing with patients.
Experience with computer systems required, including web based applications and some Microsoft Office applications which may include Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint or Access.
Ability to make decisions that are based on specific instructions, standard practices and established procedures which generally require little or no supervision.
Ability to address problems that are routine, somewhat repetitive and generally solved by following clear directions and procedures and by identifying opportunities for process improvements.
Ability to follow precedents and procedures. May set priorities and organize work within general guidelines. Seeks assistance when confronted with difficult and/or unpredictable situations. Work progress is monitored by supervisor/manager.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in written English with internal and external customers.
Ability to comprehend and converse in English to communicate effectively with medical center staff, patients, families and external customers.
Ability to demonstrate basic knowledge of fundamental concepts, practices and procedures with the ability to use them in routine situations. Specialized knowledge not required.
Ability to interact respectfully with other employees, professional staff and/or external contacts to offer ideas, identify issues, obtain information or deliver services.
Ability to provide a high level of customer service to patients, visitors, staff and external customers in a professional, service-oriented, respectful manner using skills in active listening and problem solving.
Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
Competent to provide patient care to the following age groups: Neonatal:Birth to 6 months, Youth: 6 months to 16 years, Young adult: 16-30 years, Middle Age: 30 - 60 years, Elderly: 60 -.

Responsibilities

Prepares room(s) for endoscopic procedures.
Provides backup, as needed, in administrative or clinical activities, such as assembling charts for the next day.
Organizes and directs (under the direction of the resource nurse) the daily schedule, assigning patients to procedure rooms based on room, nurse, and doctor availability.
Coordinates the emergency inpatient add-on procedures into the schedule (under the direction of the resource nurse).
Schedules patients as needed.
Acts as a resource within the area of hazardous materials and spills, keeping procedures and supplies current.
Provides yearly competency review and in-services to staff regarding hazardous waste and disposal.
Develops proposals to improve cost effectiveness in the procurement, distribution and usage of supplies and equipment for the endoscopy department.
Provides instructions to staff on safe handling of endoscopes, preventing unnecessary damage.
Coordinates the orientation and training of new staff to the endoscopy tech responsibilities.