Endoscopy Technician

Lehigh Valley Health Network • Bethlehem, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks. Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work. LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day. Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network. Summary Functions as a member GI team by assisting the physician and team with all procedures, decontaminating all equipment, and preparing procedure rooms for procedures. Understands procedures, positioning of patients, and decontamination standards; works well in a fast-paced patient centered environment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED
• Ability to accept and adapt to change and recognizes differences among people.
• Demonstrates competency utilizing various technologies, equipment, and supplies to safely provide patient care.
• Demonstrates initiative and ability to function independently as well as collaboratively.
• Demonstrates knowledge and ability to care for patients, utilizing a developmental perspective.
• Excellent computer skills, EMR, word processing and Excel.
• Knowledge of endoscopy equipment and how to perform decontamination procedures.
• Knowledgeable in all aspects of decontamination of GI scopes and equipment.
• BLS - Basic Life Support AHA - American Heart Association Upon Hire

Nice To Haves

• Proven proficiency of technology at conclusion of orientation.
• 1 year experience in health care setting.
• CCMA - Certified Clinical Medical Assistant - National Healthcareer Association Upon Hire or CMA - Certified Medical Assistant - American Association of Medical Assistants Upon Hire or CMAC - Clinical Medical Assistant Certification - American Medical Certification Association Upon Hire or MAC - Medical Assistant Certification - American Medical Certification Association Upon Hire or NCMA - National Certified Medical Assistant - National Center for Competency Testing Upon Hire or NRCMA - National Registered Certified Medical Assistant - National Association for Health Professionals Upon Hire or RMA - Registered Medical Assistant - American Medical Technologists Upon Hire

Responsibilities

• Assists with GI procedures.
• Completes vital signs on patients and checks for height, weight, temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure, and pain screening.
• Functions as a member of the care delivery team to assist the provider and nurse.
• Identifies actual or potential patient risks and communicates those risks to the licensed nurse or provider.
• Performs clerical and front end functions to support patient care delivery.
• Problem solves, troubleshoots, and takes corrective measures in care and handling of equipment.

What This Job Offers

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