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Beth Israel Lahey Health · 4 months ago

ENDOSCOPY TECHNICIAN - 32 hpw

Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital Plymouth

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

Beth Israel Lahey Health is a prominent healthcare organization committed to making a difference in people's lives. They are seeking an Endoscopy Technician to provide patient care and technological expertise during endoscopic procedures, ensuring the procedure area is prepared and safe, while assisting physicians and maintaining patient confidentiality.

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Responsibilities

Provides patient care and technological expertise during endoscopic procedures, as delegated and under the direction of physicians and other licensed department staff

Prepares the procedure area with all diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy supplies and equipment

Maintain the condition of all equipment. Determines that the procedure area is safe and that all preparations are acceptable and ready for the team to commence patient care

Assists physicians during endoscopy procedures with biopsy/polypectomy equipment

Follows department policy relating to collection and identification of patient specimens. Handles specimens obtained during procedures and hands off to RN into properly labeled specimen container

Maintains all patient information as confidential. Ensures patient privacy, respect and a professional environment for the patient

Assists with the transport and preparation of the patient, before and after the procedure

Assists with stocking and purchasing recommendations. Inspects and rotates sterile supplies monthly

Follows aseptic technique, separation of clean and contaminated, and infection control protocols for the proper care and handling of sterile and high-level disinfected equipment and supplies

Maintains daily documentation and processing records for cleaning and high-level disinfection of all endoscopes and associated equipment. Complies with industry standards and regulations for the handling, labeling and proper storage of endoscopes

Wears required personal protective equipment (PPE) during patient procedures and when processing endoscopes for cleaning and high-level disinfection

Actively participates in a positive manner as a team member in a team environment

Participates in continuous improvement initiatives, including education, department meetings, hospital programs, etc

Recognizes the commitment that BID-Plymouth has to the LEAN Process Improvement method as the designated path toward continuous improvement and excellence in patient safety and satisfaction

Qualification

Certified Nursing AssistantInfection control knowledgeBLS certificationCommunication etiquetteTeamwork

Required

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) responsibilities and knowledge

Able to pay attention to detail, follow instructions (written and verbal), retain information and apply knowledge learned through CNA responsibilities and experience

Knowledge of infection control, cleaning and disinfection protocols

Demonstrate the ability to work independently and as an effective, valuable member of a team

Ability to stand for prolonged periods, lift, carry and push heavy objects, carts, supplies and equipment weighing up to 50 lbs

Demonstrated understanding of and practice proper body mechanics

Ability to transport patients safely, without injury to self and others

Proven communication etiquette, excellent customer service experience and positive attitude

High School Diploma or equivalent required

Post High School education; community college or technology program

Current Certified Nursing Assistant License, Current EMT License or Graduate of accredited Medical Assistant Program required

BLS certification required