What are the responsibilities and job description for the GI/Endoscopy Assist (4870) position at REGIONAL ONE HEALTH?
JOB SUMMARY
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Performs patient care activities and assists with various GI and endoscopy procedures in caring for the needs and comfort of patients. Maintains lab equipment and supplies. |
Key Job Responsibilities
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Essential Function |
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Assists medical/nursing staff with GI/Endoscopy procedures within established standards and practices.
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Provides patient care by performing assigned tasks and procedures as delegated and after observation by the RN according to unit policy. Work performed evidences completion of tasks as shown in documentation and/or completed work.
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Transports patient, equipment and supplies as required to procedure rooms/hospital areas utilizing proper lifting and positioning techniques. Transports charts and specimens as required. |
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Maintains endoscopy equipment and instruments through proper cleaning, troubleshooting and servicing and preventative maintenance.
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Interacts and communicates with health care team, patient and visitors in a customer responsive and courteous manner, in compliance with iRESPECT standards and promoting patient/customer satisfaction. Works effectively with staff to coordinate and implement activities. |
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Maintains confidentiality of patient, department and hospital information. Adheres to established department and organization policies in processing and releasing patient information (i.e. HIPPA, Confidentiality and Compliance Policies). |
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Assists in general office procedures as needed. Maintains required department records, reports and files for operational administrative and compliance purposes. Utilizes computer to enter and retrieve information. |
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Adheres to established department policies, procedures, objectives, compliance and quality improvement with consideration given to risk management, infection control and patient safety practices |
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Completes required continuous training and education, including department specific requirements. Responds to problems/opportunities to improve work environment and participates in unit-based performance improvement activities which includes committees, monitoring and follow up. |
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Utilizes supplies in a cost-effective manner. |
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Assists in the orientation of new staff members and students when they provide patient care, treatment and services as part of their training. |
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Provides coverage for relief and absences as required. |
Physical Demands
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A thorough completion of this section is needed for compliance with legal standards such as the Americans with Disabilities Act. The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. |
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Standing |
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Walking |
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Sitting |
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Lifting |
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Carrying |
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Pushing |
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Pulling |
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Climbing |
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Balancing |
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Stooping |
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Kneeling |
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Crouching |
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Crawling |
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Reaching |
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Handling |
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Grasping |
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Feeling |
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Talking |
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Hearing |
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Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination |
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Education |
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Education Level |
Education Details |
Required/ Preferred |
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High School Diploma |
Or equivalent |
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Completion of a nursing/medical assistant, endoscopy technician or related training program |
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Qualified by education, training or experience to work with the adolescent, adult and/or geriatric patient population as specialty assignment dictates. |
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Work Experience
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Experience |
Experience Details |
Required/ Preferred |
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At least 1 year experience |
Of patient care or equipment maintenance experience. |
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