Atlantic Health · 5 months ago
Endoscopy Technician II - Per Diem, 4 Summit, NJ
99 Beauvoir Ave, Summit, NJ, 07901, US
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$26.80/hr - $26.80/hrAtlantic Health is a healthcare organization that is seeking an Endoscopy Technician II. The role involves assisting nurses and physicians during endoscopic procedures, ensuring proper preparation and reprocessing of endoscopes, and maintaining safety and comfort measures for patients.
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Responsibilities
Is a crucial member of the healthcare team responsible for the infection prevention of endoscope preparation critical for patient safety. By reprocessing of endoscopes, they must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to preclean, leak test, decontaminate, inspect, disinfect, transport and store endoscopes in accordance with industry standards, guidelines and regulations and manufacturer's instructions for use
Demonstrates responsibilities as an endoscopy technician by providing assistance to the nurses and physicians during procedures. Assists with all types of endoscopic procedures, including emergencies, utilizing endoscopes, accessories, and any therapeutic equipment needed for the procedure. Assist in obtaining biopsy specimens and polyps as directed by the physician and under the direct supervision of an RN. N/A for endoscope reprocessing only technicians
Maintains a professional working relationship with all members of the unit as well as the physicians. Promotes positive public relations for the hospital by establishing a good working relationship with external sources and departments. Seeks guidance from peers and management whenever needed. Receptive to change and constructive feedback. Maintains accurate records and logs related to the reprocessing scopes and QA monitoring. Properly labels specimens and records them in the specimen logbook. Specimen handling N/A for reprocessing only technicians
Observes and maintains isolation precautions; maintains standard precautions on all patients. Follows hand washing guidelines. Utilizes two patient identifiers when caring for patients. Provides and maintains safety and comfort measures for the patients- making sure the bed is in the lowest possible position, side rails up and stretchers locked. Appropriately labels and bags specimens for transport to the lab. Properly handles all dirty equipment to prevent any cross-contamination. Helps to maintain a neat and safe environment by making sure the hallways are free from clutter, the linen and endoscope storage closet is well maintained. N/A for endoscope reprocessing only technicians
Initiates and maintains a friendly, professional, courteous and respectful rapport with the patients. Responds to patients/family needs in a timely manner. Follows HIPPA guidelines to ensure patient confidentiality. Consistently respects the patients right for privacy and dignity, is aware of and participates in the endoscopy unit initiative to improve the Pres-Ganey scores
Enhances the attitude and teamwork of the unit to help to facilitate a positive work environment. Works as a team member by accepting assignments without hesitation and demonstrating flexibility in response to the needs of the unit. Helps to facilitate the normal working of the unit during periods of emergencies. Seeks approval of reprioritization of more complex events before deviating from the original assignment
Professional Practice Responsibilities- Maintains the skill level needed for an Endoscopy technician by completing all the yearly unit and hospital-based competencies and annual mandatory training. Demonstrates and pursues personal and professional growth to anticipate the changes in the unit by seeking out and attending in services/seminars to promote continual learning and growth. Attends staff meetings regularly. Follows HR policies, such as reporting to work on time, wears identification badge, respects the time allotted for lunch and breaks. Participates in the orientation and training of new employees. Adheres to PRIDE values
Demonstrates responsibility as an Endoscopy Tech by following the daily schedule to ensure the proper type of endoscope is available for the Physician. Sets up the procedure room prior to the case, properly tests the scope before the case. Can troubleshoot equipment and is aware of the procedure in reporting malfunctioning equipment. Efficiently turns the room over between cases, including the proper pre-cleaning of the scopes. N/A for endoscope reprocessing only technicians. Stocking of rooms with necessary supplies at the end of the day and prepares procedure rooms for the following day
Qualification
Required
Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to preclean, leak test, decontaminate, inspect, disinfect, transport and store endoscopes in accordance with industry standards, guidelines and regulations and manufacturer's instructions for use
Provide assistance to the nurses and physicians during procedures
Assist with all types of endoscopic procedures, including emergencies, utilizing endoscopes, accessories, and any therapeutic equipment needed for the procedure
Assist in obtaining biopsy specimens and polyps as directed by the physician and under the direct supervision of an RN
Maintain a professional working relationship with all members of the unit as well as the physicians
Promote positive public relations for the hospital by establishing a good working relationship with external sources and departments
Maintain accurate records and logs related to the reprocessing scopes and QA monitoring
Properly label specimens and record them in the specimen logbook
Observe and maintain isolation precautions; maintain standard precautions on all patients
Follow hand washing guidelines
Utilize two patient identifiers when caring for patients
Provide and maintain safety and comfort measures for the patients
Initiate and maintain a friendly, professional, courteous and respectful rapport with the patients
Respond to patients/family needs in a timely manner
Follow HIPPA guidelines to ensure patient confidentiality
Enhance the attitude and teamwork of the unit to help facilitate a positive work environment
Maintain the skill level needed for an Endoscopy technician by completing all the yearly unit and hospital-based competencies and annual mandatory training
Demonstrate and pursue personal and professional growth to anticipate the changes in the unit by seeking out and attending in services/seminars to promote continual learning and growth
Attend staff meetings regularly
Follow HR policies, such as reporting to work on time, wearing identification badge, respecting the time allotted for lunch and breaks
Participate in the orientation and training of new employees
Adhere to PRIDE values
Follow the daily schedule to ensure the proper type of endoscope is available for the Physician
Set up the procedure room prior to the case, properly test the scope before the case
Troubleshoot equipment and report malfunctioning equipment
Efficiently turn the room over between cases, including the proper pre-cleaning of the scopes
Stock rooms with necessary supplies at the end of the day and prepare procedure rooms for the following day
Company
Atlantic Health
Atlantic Health is at the forefront of medicine, setting standards for quality health care in New Jersey, Pennsylvania and the New York metropolitan area.
Founded in 1996
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