Endoscopy Technician

PORTLAND CLINIC•Tigard, OR

6d•Onsite

About The Position

At The Portland Clinic our mission is to be a trusted community collaborating to improve the health and well-being of those we serve. Join our team and let us work together to offer a welcoming, inclusive environment for our patients and the communities we serve. JOB TITLE: ASC Endoscopy Technician SUPERVISOR: Director of Surgical Services HOURS PER WEEK: Variable/Non-Exempt DEPARTMENT: Day Surgery HIRING BONUS: $1,000 after 90 days The following information is designed to outline the essential functions and position requirements of this job. It does not identify all tasks that may be expected, nor address the performance standards that must be maintained. Seeking experienced admit / PACU RN for busy multispecialty ambulatory surgery center. PRIMARY FUNCTION: Responsible for assisting as an endoscopy tech. Also responsible for assisting decontamination of scopes, room turnover.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
One (1) year of experience in similar role
Current CPR certification

Nice To Haves

Medical Assistant Certification, Certified Nursing Assistant
Basic understanding of Medical Terminology
Basic understanding of infection control
Organizational skills and ability to prioritize work flow
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations and to work under pressure
Proficiency and legalities of charting and telephone conversations
Compassionate, patient and tactful
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients and staff
Proactive, independent, and accountable
Proficient computer skills
Values team success

Responsibilities

Respond appropriately to emergency codes.
Assist with endoscopy procedures as requested by the physician or registered nurse.
Work with GI physicians in professional and courteous manner.
Provide support to Anesthesia department in preparation for daily cases. Check carts, outdates, assure supply levels, plug in equipment.
Set-up, assist and clean-up of rooms and equipment for endoscopy service. Take appropriate precautions when assisting.
Follow appropriate methods, IFUs and policy for cleaning and disinfection of endoscopes.
Help to turnover rooms in timely fashion.
Restock and clean designated areas.
Uses appropriate use of PPE for patient care and other settings where required.
Be an active participant in committees (i.e. Safety Committee, Infection Control).
Participate in orienting new staff.
Attend staff meetings and trainings.
Understand hazard risk and demonstrate complete understating of established emergency procedures for the Surgery Center.
Reports incidences or issues through chain of command and maintains confidentiality. Complete all employee/patient incident documentation in a thorough and timely manner.
Assist/floats to other departments as needed.
Employees will not be discourteous or disrespectful to a customer or any member of the public while in the course and scope of company business.
Work in a cooperative manner with management/supervision, coworkers, patients and vendors.
Abide by company policies.
Other duties as assigned.
Maintain regular, in person, work attendance and punctuality, as scheduled.

Benefits

401k plan with employer contributions up to 5% annually
Roth IRA
Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
Flexible Spending Account
Health Savings Account
Company provided $10K Group Life/AD&D insurance
Voluntary benefits: Life/AD&D, Dependent Life/AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity
Norton Identity Theft Protection (optional)
Pet Insurance (optional)
4.92 hours of PTO accrual per pay period (PTO accrual is prorated based upon FTE)
One paid Wellness day per year
Seven paid holidays, and 1 partially paid holiday (mid-day closure)
Employee Assistant Program