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Oklahoma Citytime type:
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Posted Todayjob requisition id:
R0047501## **Position Title:**Endoscopy Tech - Adult Endoscopy## **Department:**Advanced Endoscopy## **Job Description:****Location: University of Oklahoma Medical Center****Shift Available: Full time (40 hours/weekly)**\* Shift typically start around 7am has staggered shifts. (10 hour shifts)On-Call starts at 3:30 or end of shift if later and goes to 0700 on weekdays. Weekends are 0700 Saturday morning to 0700 Monday morning. Usually 1 weekend in an 8-week rotation and maybe 5-6 weekdays in that same rotation.## ## *OU Health’s Adult Endoscopy unit has recently relocated to a newly renovated space at OUMC! This unit boasts a fast-paced environment providing care to patients in need of gastrointestinal and pulmonary endoscopic care. Some of the advanced endoscopic procedures being done at OU are at the only location in the state to have them performed! RNs on this unit have large support from Advanced Provider Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, Surgical Technicians, Care Team Associates, and a Health Unit Coordinator. Care areas specific to this unit include patient prep, procedural rooms, and phase one and two recovery.** Procedures include EGD, colonoscopy, ERCP, endoscopic ultrasound, PEG tube placement, bronchoscopy, thoracentesis, and pleural tube placement and removal. Required skills include time management and flexibility. Required nursing skills include BLS and ACLS. Experience in PACU/procedural circulating preferred but not required.* The position is very hands on and includes some variety in working shifts. Nurses are able to self-schedule and choose from pre/post and circulating options. Some call is required.* Nurses who like a lot of flexibility in their day love this position. Every day, the patient load is different and nurses get to be a part of new, cutting edge procedures. Nurses are able to use their critical thinking skills and gain technical knowledge in working with the surgical technicians to assist during procedures.****General Description:****Under immediate to general supervision, performs duties in the capacity of an Endoscopic Technician to assist with the endoscopic procedures performed in an operating or procedure room. Responsible for receiving, and distributing endoscopes for procedures.****Essential Responsibilities:******Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position.
Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position.*** Delivers
audio-visual equipment in designated room/location* Performs pre-cleaning of endoscopes at bedside or point of use/procedure room* Maintains appropriate records
for inventory reprocessed* Monitor expirations dates of processed/disinfected scopes and reprocess expired scopes accordingly* Performs equipment troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and more complex repairs* Ensures timely reprocessing of scopes to meet the needs of procedures* Moves lights and flat panels to correct locations* Operate Medivators Automated Endoscope Reprocessors
Advantage Plus* Perform duties in accordance to manufacturer’s Instructions for use* Sends in repairs for all equipment and obtains loaners* Responsible for cleaning, decontamination, assembly, packaging and High level disinfecting of all endoscopes and bronchoscopes.* Manipulates such instruments to aid in the efficiency of the endoscopist and avoid hazard to patient.
Observes progress of endoscopy and provides additional instruments, supplies or other items as needed.
\*Recognizes and corrects breaks in sterile technique.* Cleans and disinfects contaminated instruments, equipment and supplies.* Cleans procedure room areas and disposes of soiled linen.* May assist in the training of GI Technicians.****General Responsibilities:***** Performs other duties as assigned****Minimum Qualifications:******Education:**
HS Diploma or GED. Associate’s degree preferred.**Experience:** 0 - 3 years of relevant healthcare experience or sterile processing experience or experience as a surgical technologists preferred.**License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required:** Technician certification from the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) as a Certified Endoscopic Reprocessor (CER) or Certified Flexible Endoscope Reprocessor (CFER) within 12 months of hire date.****Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:***** Ability to write clearly and understand written and oral instructions.* Ability to operate computer and other equipment required for the job.* Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.* Ability to operate, maintain, troubleshoot and perform minor repairs to audio and video equipment.* Ability to use audio/video equipment to record surgical procedures.* Ability to operate Steris and autoclave equipment and to wrap instruments.## **Current OU Health Employees - Please click** **to login.**## **OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.**### **OU Health is the state’s only comprehensive academic health system of hospitals, clinics and centers of excellence. With 11,000 employees and more than 1,300 physicians and advanced practice providers, OU Health is home to Oklahoma’s largest doctor network with a complete range of specialty care. OU Health serves Oklahoma and the region with the state’s only freestanding children’s hospital, the only National Cancer Institute-Designated OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center, Oklahoma’s flagship hospital, which serves as the state’s only Level 1 trauma center and Edmond Medical Center in the heart of the Edmond Community. Becker’s Hospital Review named University of Oklahoma Medical Center one of the 100 Great Hospitals in America for 2020. OU Health’s oncology program at OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center was named Oklahoma’s top facility for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report in its 2020-21 rankings. OU Health also was ranked by U.S. News & World Report as high performing in these specialties: Colon Surgery, COPD and Congestive Heart Failure. OU Health’s mission is to lead healthcare in patient care, education and research.**### **Experts in prevention, treatment and cures, our team works to improve lives through innovation in medical care, education and research, while investing in the people, technologies and facilities that will enable us to achieve our goals. We are seeking individuals who have a passion and talent for caring for others. By joining our team, you will provide quality health care to our community through the work you do every day. We provide clinical and non-clinical opportunities to further your career and we invite you to explore our available positions.***Equal employment opportunities are provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or protected veteran status in accordance with applicable federal laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Reasonable accommodations are made to the known physical and mental limitations of qualified individuals with disabilities.* #J-18808-Ljbffr
Oklahoma Citytime type:
Full timeposted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition id:
R0047501## **Position Title:**Endoscopy Tech - Adult Endoscopy## **Department:**Advanced Endoscopy## **Job Description:****Location: University of Oklahoma Medical Center****Shift Available: Full time (40 hours/weekly)**\* Shift typically start around 7am has staggered shifts. (10 hour shifts)On-Call starts at 3:30 or end of shift if later and goes to 0700 on weekdays. Weekends are 0700 Saturday morning to 0700 Monday morning. Usually 1 weekend in an 8-week rotation and maybe 5-6 weekdays in that same rotation.## ## *OU Health’s Adult Endoscopy unit has recently relocated to a newly renovated space at OUMC! This unit boasts a fast-paced environment providing care to patients in need of gastrointestinal and pulmonary endoscopic care. Some of the advanced endoscopic procedures being done at OU are at the only location in the state to have them performed! RNs on this unit have large support from Advanced Provider Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, Surgical Technicians, Care Team Associates, and a Health Unit Coordinator. Care areas specific to this unit include patient prep, procedural rooms, and phase one and two recovery.** Procedures include EGD, colonoscopy, ERCP, endoscopic ultrasound, PEG tube placement, bronchoscopy, thoracentesis, and pleural tube placement and removal. Required skills include time management and flexibility. Required nursing skills include BLS and ACLS. Experience in PACU/procedural circulating preferred but not required.* The position is very hands on and includes some variety in working shifts. Nurses are able to self-schedule and choose from pre/post and circulating options. Some call is required.* Nurses who like a lot of flexibility in their day love this position. Every day, the patient load is different and nurses get to be a part of new, cutting edge procedures. Nurses are able to use their critical thinking skills and gain technical knowledge in working with the surgical technicians to assist during procedures.****General Description:****Under immediate to general supervision, performs duties in the capacity of an Endoscopic Technician to assist with the endoscopic procedures performed in an operating or procedure room. Responsible for receiving, and distributing endoscopes for procedures.****Essential Responsibilities:******Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position.
Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position.*** Delivers
audio-visual equipment in designated room/location* Performs pre-cleaning of endoscopes at bedside or point of use/procedure room* Maintains appropriate records
for inventory reprocessed* Monitor expirations dates of processed/disinfected scopes and reprocess expired scopes accordingly* Performs equipment troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and more complex repairs* Ensures timely reprocessing of scopes to meet the needs of procedures* Moves lights and flat panels to correct locations* Operate Medivators Automated Endoscope Reprocessors
Advantage Plus* Perform duties in accordance to manufacturer’s Instructions for use* Sends in repairs for all equipment and obtains loaners* Responsible for cleaning, decontamination, assembly, packaging and High level disinfecting of all endoscopes and bronchoscopes.* Manipulates such instruments to aid in the efficiency of the endoscopist and avoid hazard to patient.
Observes progress of endoscopy and provides additional instruments, supplies or other items as needed.
\*Recognizes and corrects breaks in sterile technique.* Cleans and disinfects contaminated instruments, equipment and supplies.* Cleans procedure room areas and disposes of soiled linen.* May assist in the training of GI Technicians.****General Responsibilities:***** Performs other duties as assigned****Minimum Qualifications:******Education:**
HS Diploma or GED. Associate’s degree preferred.**Experience:** 0 - 3 years of relevant healthcare experience or sterile processing experience or experience as a surgical technologists preferred.**License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required:** Technician certification from the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) as a Certified Endoscopic Reprocessor (CER) or Certified Flexible Endoscope Reprocessor (CFER) within 12 months of hire date.****Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:***** Ability to write clearly and understand written and oral instructions.* Ability to operate computer and other equipment required for the job.* Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.* Ability to operate, maintain, troubleshoot and perform minor repairs to audio and video equipment.* Ability to use audio/video equipment to record surgical procedures.* Ability to operate Steris and autoclave equipment and to wrap instruments.## **Current OU Health Employees - Please click** **to login.**## **OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.**### **OU Health is the state’s only comprehensive academic health system of hospitals, clinics and centers of excellence. With 11,000 employees and more than 1,300 physicians and advanced practice providers, OU Health is home to Oklahoma’s largest doctor network with a complete range of specialty care. OU Health serves Oklahoma and the region with the state’s only freestanding children’s hospital, the only National Cancer Institute-Designated OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center, Oklahoma’s flagship hospital, which serves as the state’s only Level 1 trauma center and Edmond Medical Center in the heart of the Edmond Community. Becker’s Hospital Review named University of Oklahoma Medical Center one of the 100 Great Hospitals in America for 2020. OU Health’s oncology program at OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center was named Oklahoma’s top facility for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report in its 2020-21 rankings. OU Health also was ranked by U.S. News & World Report as high performing in these specialties: Colon Surgery, COPD and Congestive Heart Failure. OU Health’s mission is to lead healthcare in patient care, education and research.**### **Experts in prevention, treatment and cures, our team works to improve lives through innovation in medical care, education and research, while investing in the people, technologies and facilities that will enable us to achieve our goals. We are seeking individuals who have a passion and talent for caring for others. By joining our team, you will provide quality health care to our community through the work you do every day. We provide clinical and non-clinical opportunities to further your career and we invite you to explore our available positions.***Equal employment opportunities are provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or protected veteran status in accordance with applicable federal laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Reasonable accommodations are made to the known physical and mental limitations of qualified individuals with disabilities.* #J-18808-Ljbffr