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U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs · 1 day ago

Med Instrument Tech (GI)

Garner, NC

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$53K/yr - $69K/yr

1+ years exp

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Medical Instrument Technologist (Gastroenterology) for their Community Based Outpatient Clinic in Durham, NC. The role involves assisting in diagnostic examinations, coordinating procedures, and ensuring the proper performance of endoscopic equipment in the gastrointestinal area.

GovernmentMedicalNational SecurityPublic Safety

Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Performs and assists in diagnostic examinations

Coordinates MIT GS-related procedures and operation and maintenance of bio-medial equipment, including video endoscopes, laser and other specialty equipment

Serves as liaison to hospital bio-medical equipment repair section as well as outside repair vendors in the absence of the Lead Technician

Responsible for ensuring proper performance of endoscopic equipment and keeping current on all area SOPs

Ability to collaborate, communicate and demonstrate customer service skills and interpersonal skills with all healthcare professionals to ensure quality and continuity of care

Inventory and maintain par levels of specialty equipment for the endoscopy unit

Prepares procedural rooms for the performance of endoscopic procedures

Assist the Endoscopist and Nurse during procedures by preparing the procedure rooms, calling patients for procedures, showing patients to the dressing rooms, and assisting patients with undressing and putting on gowns when needed

Assist during the procedure by assisting with obtaining diagnostic specimens by having the appropriate equipment and specimen containers

Prepare diagnostic biopsy specimens, assessing the adequacy of various types of specimens, proper orienting of biopsy specimens, and placing specimens in proper containers with appropriate labeling for precise lab processing

Qualification

Endoscopic equipmentBLS certificationGI anatomyProficient computer skillsSterile processing backgroundCustomer service skillsCommunication skillsTeamwork skills

Required

United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy

Education: There are no specific educational requirements for this occupation

Licensure or Certification: No certification is required; however, it is desirable that employees at this level have BLS certification

English Language Proficiency: Medical Instrument Technicians must be proficient in spoken and written English

No person will be appointed under authority of 38 U.S.C. chapter 73 or 74 - to serve in a direct patient-care capacity in VHA who is not proficient in written and spoken English

Experience: At least 1 year of experience comparable to the next lower grade level which demonstrates the knowledge - skills - abilities - and other characteristics related to the duties of the positions to be filled

Knowledge of proper performance of endoscopic equipment and procedures

Demonstrated Knowledge - Skills - and Abilities: Knowledge of endoscopic equipment and use in basic and complex endoscopic procedures

Knowledge of anatomy and physiology related to the GI system - with ability to recognize and report obvious abnormalities during procedures

Ability to assist physician with specialized - complex procedures

Knowledge of universal precautions and disinfection techniques and ability to follow SOP's to clean reusable medical equipment (RME)

Ability to collaborate - communicate - and demonstrate customer service skills and interpersonal skills with all healthcare professionals to ensure quality and continuity of care

Ability to use basic computer systems and programs to record patient and endoscopic data - adhering to patient privacy and information security policies

Ability to deliver patient care - including vital sign measurements and medication administration

Certification: No certification or registration is required

Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications are also desirable for employees at this level

Physical Requirements: The MIT (Gastroenterology) must meet the physical requirements

This position requires visual acuity - keen hearing - clear distinctive speech - and manual dexterity

This position requires potentially long periods of continued walking - standing - stooping - sitting - bending - pulling - and pushing

Transferring patients and objects may be required

The incumbent may be exposed to infected patients and contaminated materials and may be required to don protective clothing in isolation situations or operative/invasive procedures

For safety from radiation exposure the incumbent is expected to wear lead protective aprons when dealing with exposure

The incumbent may occasionally be exposed to patients who are combative secondary to delirium - dementia - or psychiatric disorders

The incumbent must be a mature - flexible - sensible individual capable of working effectively in stressful situations - able to shift priorities based on patient needs

The MIT must complete annual Employee Health requirements - such as annual TB screening or testing - as a condition of employment