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Description Must be eligible to obtain CBSPD or IAHCSMM no later than 2 years after hire to be considered.
Summary Under supervision of the Endoscopy Nurse Manager and charge nurse, provides individualized, goal-directed care to patients and families undergoing GI / Bronch procedures. Provides technical assistance to physicians performing endoscopic procedures for inpatients and outpatients. Maintains inventory system for endoscopic equipment and accessories.
Responsibilities
Prepares rooms with appropriate instruments, sutures, supplies, and equipment necessary for each individual endoscopic procedure as outlined in the Endoscopic Preference Plans.
Assists physicians with all types of Endoscopic procedures using universal precautions.
Expert at use of equipment and accessories.
Follows departmental procedures in: scrubbing, hand drying, gowning, gloving, and observing for contamination and/or breaks in technique.
Demonstrates constant vigilance for maintenance of the field.
Appropriately processes all types of lab specimens.
Follows aseptic techniques when opening sterile supplies and setting up procedures.
Discards any contaminated supplies immediately according to established procedures.
Assists in cleaning and preparing rooms between procedures and after terminal cleaning; restocks supplies and organizes for end of case clean-up.
Performs chemical and bacteriological monitoring.
Maintains sterilization/disinfection methods for specific equipment.
Maintains Quality Assurance log.
Sets up instruments, cautery, suction, stent, and solutions needed for the procedure.
Cleans and disinfects Endoscopes and accessories.
Maintains patient safety by applying principles of body alignment and attaching additional equipment as needed.
Passes instruments, snares, biopsy, forceps, and dilators as requested, ensuring endoscopist focus.
Checks endoscopy equipment daily for proper functioning and reports issues.
Prepares and knows uses of all endoscopic equipment and supplies.
Assists in preparation of conscious sedation monitoring.
Provides supplies, medications, linens, etc., to procedure rooms and mobile carts.
Trains and precepts new employees and participates in educational activities.
Fulfills compliance responsibilities and performs other duties as assigned.
Education and Requirements High School Diploma or equivalent. Minimum one-year job-related experience. CPR certification. Must be eligible to obtain CBSPD or IAHCSMM certification within 2 years of hire.
Desired Skills Knowledge of infection control procedures. Experience in Surgical Technology and Endoscopy. CPR certified.
Salary Range $18.97 - $23.00 Hourly
Additional Details
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Other
Job function: Health Care Provider
Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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Endoscopy Technician
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Nuvance Health
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Description Must be eligible to obtain CBSPD or IAHCSMM no later than 2 years after hire to be considered.
Summary Under supervision of the Endoscopy Nurse Manager and charge nurse, provides individualized, goal-directed care to patients and families undergoing GI / Bronch procedures. Provides technical assistance to physicians performing endoscopic procedures for inpatients and outpatients. Maintains inventory system for endoscopic equipment and accessories.
Responsibilities
Prepares rooms with appropriate instruments, sutures, supplies, and equipment necessary for each individual endoscopic procedure as outlined in the Endoscopic Preference Plans.
Assists physicians with all types of Endoscopic procedures using universal precautions.
Expert at use of equipment and accessories.
Follows departmental procedures in: scrubbing, hand drying, gowning, gloving, and observing for contamination and/or breaks in technique.
Demonstrates constant vigilance for maintenance of the field.
Appropriately processes all types of lab specimens.
Follows aseptic techniques when opening sterile supplies and setting up procedures.
Discards any contaminated supplies immediately according to established procedures.
Assists in cleaning and preparing rooms between procedures and after terminal cleaning; restocks supplies and organizes for end of case clean-up.
Performs chemical and bacteriological monitoring.
Maintains sterilization/disinfection methods for specific equipment.
Maintains Quality Assurance log.
Sets up instruments, cautery, suction, stent, and solutions needed for the procedure.
Cleans and disinfects Endoscopes and accessories.
Maintains patient safety by applying principles of body alignment and attaching additional equipment as needed.
Passes instruments, snares, biopsy, forceps, and dilators as requested, ensuring endoscopist focus.
Checks endoscopy equipment daily for proper functioning and reports issues.
Prepares and knows uses of all endoscopic equipment and supplies.
Assists in preparation of conscious sedation monitoring.
Provides supplies, medications, linens, etc., to procedure rooms and mobile carts.
Trains and precepts new employees and participates in educational activities.
Fulfills compliance responsibilities and performs other duties as assigned.
Education and Requirements High School Diploma or equivalent. Minimum one-year job-related experience. CPR certification. Must be eligible to obtain CBSPD or IAHCSMM certification within 2 years of hire.
Desired Skills Knowledge of infection control procedures. Experience in Surgical Technology and Endoscopy. CPR certified.
Salary Range $18.97 - $23.00 Hourly
Additional Details
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Other
Job function: Health Care Provider
Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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