GI Endoscopy Technician 1 (Per Diem)

MidState Medical Center•Meriden, CT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a GI per diem position, Monday - Friday. Daily work hours as needed between: 7am - 6:30pm. Hartford HealthCare is Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network. MidState Medical Center, serving the community since 1998, is a vibrant and progressive organization with a genuine concern for its patients, community, and employees. The GI Endoscopy Technician acts as an assist during endoscopic procedures and reprocessing per regulatory standards, under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and/or Provider. This role prepares and cleans procedure rooms and equipment, and assists with maintaining an efficient technical operation in the Endoscopy Unit to ensure optimal patient care during diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures. The position demonstrates appropriate clinical practice and promotes patient advocacy in a high activity work environment with multiple priorities, necessitating flexibility in scheduling. This is an entry-level position with an expectation of promotion to Patient Care Tech 2 upon proficiency, and requires obtaining 10 hours of continuing education within 1 year per regulatory requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
No experience required, training provided on-site.
Certified BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) obtained within 2 Months (60 days) of hire date or job transfer date.
Obtain 10 Continuing Education (CE) credits or departmental required certification within two years of hire or transfer date.
Must be able to read and understand oral and written instructions, and effectively communicate information in English.
Knowledge of Infection Prevention principles.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with exposure to all patient elements, i.e. bloodborne pathogens.
Ability to learn knowledge and understanding of radiology safety by completing required radiation safety education.
Demonstrated ability to identify unsafe practices and partner with team to correct.
Basic computer skills in order to enter/retrieve data (opening/reading email, basic internet use).
Ability to use skillful communication with members of the healthcare delivery team and with patients.
Lifting techniques.
Organizational skills.
Attention to detail in all aspects of work.
Must demonstrate fiscal responsibility in time management, resources and use of supplies.
Ability to manage time and productivity without immediate supervision.

Nice To Haves

Acute Clinical Experience
Patient Care Technician
Sterile Processing Technician
Medical Assistant

Responsibilities

Performs all duties in accordance with HHC policies, procedures and practices, and regulatory requirements. Models HHC values and H3W behaviors.
Follows AAMI, SGNA, AORN, Joint Commission, CDC, IFUs, State and Federal Guidelines.
Prepares patients and treatment room for procedures following all established policies, procedures and standards, including checking supplies and equipment, using proper techniques, setting up equipment and supplies, maintaining organization, cleaning and storing equipment, and assisting with patient positioning.
Works with the RN and provider to assist with appropriate care during procedures.
Performs high-level disinfection of endoscopic equipment and maintains scope reprocessing equipment to ensure appropriate functioning following all established policies, procedures and standards.
May be required to support other areas of surgical services included but not limited to Point of Care testing and EKG as directed by a registered nurse.
Transports patients, equipment and assists in the collection of specimens and transport of specimens to ensure timeliness of patient needs and information.
Monitors and Documents compliance with infection prevention measures in regard to scope reprocessing, repairs and new equipment.
Documents pertinent patient information on the medical record.
Models quality patient/customer service by demonstrating a willingness to serve all customers; maintaining an awareness of patient needs utilizing tact, discretion and compassion; collaborating with other team members to ensure quality patient care.
Demonstrates competencies, including knowledge and behaviors for the patient population to meet age-specific needs.
Demonstrates willingness for self-improvement by collaborating with leadership to identify learning needs and seek instruction from appropriate resources.
Maintains inventories, orders, and restocks including dietary/laundry needs to ensure appropriate assessments and tools are available in a timely fashion.
Perform other related duties as required.