Quadrangle Endoscopy Center, CMA

Physicians East•Greenville, NC

46d•Onsite

About The Position

Assist the physician with intra-op procedure functions. Responsible for maintaining and management of the equipment. Assists with patient care. Provides limited pre and post-procedure patient care/clinical tasks under the supervision of a RN or LPN. Occasionally performing clerical functions as requested.

Requirements

High school graduate.
Certified NA or Certified Medical Assistant. (Previous experience preferred)
Current BLS certification.
Ability to work under pressure with time constraints and value working in a team-oriented, patient-centric culture.
Be confident in clinical decision-making and autonomous in providing care to patients in a fast-paced clinical practice setting.
Demonstrate strong communication skills, both written and verbal, and be proactive in discussing case management.
Possess excellent time management and have ability to work well with patients and their families, collaborating/supervising physicians, facility staff and leadership.
Display a professional demeanor and recognition of privacy considerations for patients and families, maintaining strict confidentiality in all times.
Demonstrate a strong sense of team commitment, which includes meeting deadlines, punctuality and excellent follow-through and feedback.

Responsibilities

Assist providers daily in procedures.
Assist with preparing patients in pre-op and collecting data and vital signs prior to and after the procedure.
Assist with patient services as directed by a nurse including patient education.
Assists in preparation of patient, assembly of supplies, instruments, and equipment.
Performs surgical scrub duties, sponge, instrument, and needle counts according to department policy and procedure.
Ensures the scope is hooked up and functioning adequately.
Monitors and maintains sterility of surgical field according to departmental policy.
Assists with all aspects of room turnover, including cleaning rooms between cases with correct aseptic technique and instrument/equipment processing.
Assists with positioning of the patient according to departmental policy.
Assist with handling specimens: obtaining, labeling, transporting and verifying.
Escort patients according to policy when discharged.
Clean and disinfect according to protocol. Prepare accessory equipment for sterilization.
Document the disinfection process of all equipment in logbook.
Complete and document infection control and quality control measures in the logbook as required.
Assist with restocking of equipment and supplies.
Assist with the quality improvement activities related to equipment and environment.
Prepare laundry and hazardous waste for pick up by vendor.
Perform messenger and transport duties as requested.
Perform clerical duties as needed.
Refer situations beyond ability or function to the appropriate person.
Attend staff meetings and participate in in-service programs to maintain or improve knowledge and skills.
Demonstrate ability to adapt to changes in daily schedule.
Maintain confidentiality and privacy of the patient.
Other duties assigned by the Charge Nurse, Nurse Supervisor, Operations Manager.