What are the responsibilities and job description for the Endoscopy Technician position at AMSURG?
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Assists in preparing patient for designated procedure as requested by physician |
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Assists physician during endoscopy procedure |
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Handles patient specimens per policy |
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Accurately completes laboratory slips and culture/path slips, as requested |
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Reports observed changes in patient condition to Endoscopy/Recovery Room nurse (if applicable) |
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After the procedure, restocks supplies as appropriate for the next procedure or end of the day |
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Works collaboratively with the healthcare team to prepare the endoscopy suite according to requirements of |
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patient, physician, and procedure, but not be limited to, assembling and providing properly functioning |
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equipment, supplies, and instruments |
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Works collaboratively with the endoscopy team to assure high level disinfection and/or sterility of instruments |
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and supplies according to policy and procedure |
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Follows manufacturer’s instructions for use for all steps of cleaning, high level disinfection or sterilization for |
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instruments and/or equipment |
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Following manufacturer’s instructions and centers policy and procedures, appropriately cleans endoscopy suite |
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between cases and daily terminal cleaning |
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Assists with maintaining adequate inventory of supplies |
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Proactively participates in QAPI and Safety Programs |
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Demonstrates knowledge of and adheres to the Code of Conduct |
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Complies with center policies and procedures |
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Demonstrates an attitude that is caring, respectful, sensitive, tactful, compassionate, empathetic, and tolerant |
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Provides a safe environment for the patient |
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Communicates safety concerns appropriately, following Chain of Command |
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Legibly documents when necessary in the performance of job |
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Promotes patient and physician satisfaction |
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Practices appropriate aseptic techniques and sterile processes as appropriate to the endoscopy suite |
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Wears appropriate Personal Protected Equipment (PPE) |
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Observes universal precautions |
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Refers situations beyond ability or function to proper person |
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Regular and predictable attendance |
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Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned |
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Attends all required education |
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Teamwork |
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Works collaboratively with healthcare team |
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Exhibits high level of integrity |
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Maintains flexibility and performs other duties as required |
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Participates in staff meetings, in-services, and continuing education as required |