FT GI Technician

·       Function as an assistive person during endoscopy procedures by:

o   Protecting the patient from injury caused by extraneous objects and chemical, electrical, mechanical, and thermal sources.

o   Demonstrating safe operation of equipment and machinery and follows procedures for reporting and correcting an unsafe situation.

o   Speaking up with safety concerns acting as the patient’s advocate

o   Handling specimens according to facility policy and procedures.

o   Adhering to standard precautions including the use of personal protective equipment

o   Performing interventions to maintain the patient’s wound and tissue perfusion at or above baseline levels

o   Performing interventions to protect the patient from infection

o   Protecting the patient’s rights, dignity, and privacy

o   Providing age-specific, culturally competent, ethical care within legal standards of practice.

o   Complying with Universal Protocol and facility site validation and time-out policy

o   Assembling supplies and equipment required for the procedure.

o   Preparing and organizing sterile supplies and instruments for the procedure.

o   Providing instruments and supplies to the endoscopist during the procedure.

o   Maintaining an organized sterile field.

·       Evaluate the patient’s progress toward attaining outcomes

·       Provide hand-off report to other teammates that are accurate, concise and pertinent to the patient’s condition and response to care.

·       Maintain endoscopy instruments and accessories in working order. Troubleshoots and recognizes malfunctions

·       Clean and prepare equipment and instruments for processing and transport them to the decontamination areas.

·       Ensure scopes are prepared for use in accordance with policies and procedures and manufacturer’s instructions for use

·       Demonstrate effective communication and collaboration skills with members of the team and other stakeholders.

·       Serve as a member of a multidisciplinary team in planning patient care.

·       Assist with post procedure cleaning of the procedure room and preparation of room for subsequent patients.

·       Participate in quality review and performance improvement projects.

·       Participate in annual reviews

·       Use problem-solving and conflict resolution skills to foster effective work relationships.

·       Maintain required competencies.

·       Pursue professional growth

·       Act as a patient advocate and maintain privacy and confidentiality of individuals and health information.

·       Actively participate in team meetings, trainings, and daily safety huddles.

·       Demonstrate fiscal responsibility.

·       Perform other duties as assigned