What are the responsibilities and job description for the Endoscopy Technician position at AMSURG?
Digestive Health Center of Bedford is currently searching for a Full Time Endoscopy Technician. Digestive Health Center of Bedford is an independent ambulatory surgery center that offers comfortable care for a variety of GI procedures, such as an upper endoscopy, flexible sigmoidoscopy, and colonoscopy.
AMSURG is a nationally recognized leader in the strategic and operational management of ambulatory surgery centers with medical specialties ranging from gastroenterology to ophthalmology and orthopedics. With more than 250 surgery centers across the U.S., we partner with physicians and health systems to deliver the highest standards of patient care and quality. Through AMSURG, our clinician-led organization is changing the face of healthcare by delivering high-quality care that puts the patient first. For more information, please access our website: www.amsurg.com
Benefits
At AMSURG, we offer benefits at the speed of your life. Our wide range of health and welfare benefits allow you to choose the right coverage for you and your family. Qualifying employees are eligible to enroll on the 1st of the month, following 30 days of employment. AMSURG offers a variety of health and welfare benefit options to help protect your health and promote your wellbeing. The benefits offered include but not limited to: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Healthcare FSA, Dependent Care FSA, HSAs, and a matching 401(K) Plan.
Paid Time Off
AMSURG offers paid time off, 8 observed holidays, and paid family leave. You accrue Paid Time Off (PTO) each pay period and depending on your position and can earn a minimum of 16 days and up to 25 days per calendar year.
Responsibilities
Assists in preparing patient for designated procedure as requested by physician
Assists physician during endoscopy procedure
Handles patient specimens per policy
Accurately completes laboratory slips and culture/path slips, as requested
Reports observed changes in patient condition to Endoscopy/Recovery Room nurse (if applicable)
After the procedure, restocks supplies as appropriate for the next procedure or end of the day
Works collaboratively with the healthcare team to prepare the endoscopy suite according to requirements of
patient, physician, and procedure, but not be limited to, assembling and providing properly functioning
equipment, supplies, and instruments
Works collaboratively with the endoscopy team to assure high level disinfection and/or sterility of instruments
and supplies according to policy and procedure
Follows manufacturer’s instructions for use for all steps of cleaning, high level disinfection or sterilization for
instruments and/or equipment
Following manufacturer’s instructions and centers policy and procedures, appropriately cleans endoscopy suite
between cases and daily terminal cleaning
Assists with maintaining adequate inventory of supplies
Proactively participates in QAPI and Safety Programs
Demonstrates knowledge of and adheres to the Code of Conduct
Complies with center policies and procedures
Demonstrates an attitude that is caring, respectful, sensitive, tactful, compassionate, empathetic, and tolerant
Provides a safe environment for the patient
Communicates safety concerns appropriately, following Chain of Command
Legibly documents when necessary in the performance of job
Promotes patient and physician satisfaction
Practices appropriate aseptic techniques and sterile processes as appropriate to the endoscopy suite
Wears appropriate Personal Protected Equipment (PPE)
Observes universal precautions
Refers situations beyond ability or function to proper person
Regular and predictable attendance
Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned
Attends all required education
Teamwork
Works collaboratively with healthcare team
Exhibits high level of integrity
Maintains Flexibility And Performs Other Duties As Required
Participates in staff meetings, in-services, and continuing education as required
AMSURG is a nationally recognized leader in the strategic and operational management of ambulatory surgery centers with medical specialties ranging from gastroenterology to ophthalmology and orthopedics. With more than 250 surgery centers across the U.S., we partner with physicians and health systems to deliver the highest standards of patient care and quality. Through AMSURG, our clinician-led organization is changing the face of healthcare by delivering high-quality care that puts the patient first. For more information, please access our website: www.amsurg.com
Benefits
At AMSURG, we offer benefits at the speed of your life. Our wide range of health and welfare benefits allow you to choose the right coverage for you and your family. Qualifying employees are eligible to enroll on the 1st of the month, following 30 days of employment. AMSURG offers a variety of health and welfare benefit options to help protect your health and promote your wellbeing. The benefits offered include but not limited to: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Healthcare FSA, Dependent Care FSA, HSAs, and a matching 401(K) Plan.
Paid Time Off
AMSURG offers paid time off, 8 observed holidays, and paid family leave. You accrue Paid Time Off (PTO) each pay period and depending on your position and can earn a minimum of 16 days and up to 25 days per calendar year.
Responsibilities
- Act as the first assist to doctors performing endoscopy/surgical procedures
- Exhibit qualities of a strong patient liaison in the procedure room
- Clean procedure rooms during turnover between cases
- Learn endoscopic/surgical equipment and technologies to assist the physicians during procedures
- Process scopes for reuse
- Restock and change over rooms
- Perform housekeeping duties in relation to room turnover between cases and at the end of the day
- Assist in maintenance of all supplies.
- We are willing to train new team members, but experience is certainly a plus
- High School diploma/GED
- BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
Assists in preparing patient for designated procedure as requested by physician
Assists physician during endoscopy procedure
Handles patient specimens per policy
Accurately completes laboratory slips and culture/path slips, as requested
Reports observed changes in patient condition to Endoscopy/Recovery Room nurse (if applicable)
After the procedure, restocks supplies as appropriate for the next procedure or end of the day
Works collaboratively with the healthcare team to prepare the endoscopy suite according to requirements of
patient, physician, and procedure, but not be limited to, assembling and providing properly functioning
equipment, supplies, and instruments
Works collaboratively with the endoscopy team to assure high level disinfection and/or sterility of instruments
and supplies according to policy and procedure
Follows manufacturer’s instructions for use for all steps of cleaning, high level disinfection or sterilization for
instruments and/or equipment
Following manufacturer’s instructions and centers policy and procedures, appropriately cleans endoscopy suite
between cases and daily terminal cleaning
Assists with maintaining adequate inventory of supplies
Proactively participates in QAPI and Safety Programs
Demonstrates knowledge of and adheres to the Code of Conduct
Complies with center policies and procedures
Demonstrates an attitude that is caring, respectful, sensitive, tactful, compassionate, empathetic, and tolerant
Provides a safe environment for the patient
Communicates safety concerns appropriately, following Chain of Command
Legibly documents when necessary in the performance of job
Promotes patient and physician satisfaction
Practices appropriate aseptic techniques and sterile processes as appropriate to the endoscopy suite
Wears appropriate Personal Protected Equipment (PPE)
Observes universal precautions
Refers situations beyond ability or function to proper person
Regular and predictable attendance
Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned
Attends all required education
Teamwork
Works collaboratively with healthcare team
Exhibits high level of integrity
Maintains Flexibility And Performs Other Duties As Required
Participates in staff meetings, in-services, and continuing education as required