Endoscopy Technician

At Snoqualmie Valley Health,#we#re#not just in the business of healthcare;#we#re#in the business of empowering our community to live boldly and live well. Our commitment to excellence and innovation calls for team members who will#build trust,#obsess over excellence, lead innovation,#and#deepen connections#within our community. We are guided by our core values, and#we#re#looking for someone who can embody those principles as part of our dynamic and growing team.# # Located in a trailblazing, adventure-loving town at the base of the Cascades, Snoqualmie Valley Health is an independent public hospital district serving a vibrant community that thrives on both adventure and connection. This is more than a job#it#s#an opportunity to be part of something bigger.# # JOB TITLE:#Endoscopy Technician# SCHEDULE: 32 hours a week (.8fte)# COMPENSATION:#$27.10 # $41.35# POSITION SUMMARY:# Under the direction of a Charge RN, prepares all equipment for endoscopic procedures, cleans equipment#properly using#appropriate protocols#and procedures, prepares equipment for repair and tracks repairs, and#assists#in all Endoscopic procedures for the proper operation Gastroenterology Endoscopic unit.# Build Trust# The Endoscopy Technician#demonstrates#integrity, transparency, and compassion in all interactions by:# Maintaining confidentiality of patient records.# Assisting with Quality Assurance activities related to equipment, physical#environment,#and patient care.# Obsess Over Excellence# The Endoscopy Technician supports continuous improvement and#high standards#by:# Assisting#physician with endoscopy procedures.# Assuring patient has a signed consent before start of procedure if delegated.# Clerical responsibilities include answering telephones and correctly relaying messages, processing charges if needed, preparing patient chart before procedure if directed.# Knowing and#supporting#District mission, policies, procedures,#protocols#and standards.# Assisting#in procedure room for inter-procedure Gastroenterology#assistance#during biopsy and other testing.# Lead Innovation# The Endoscopy Technician encourages creativity and forward-thinking approaches by:# Participant in#unit-based Quality Improvement Program in an effort toward improving patient care.# Deepen Connections# The Endoscopy Technician strengthens relationships with patients, staff, and care team partners by:# Preparing#endoscopy#room, including physical environment and#equipment;#informs RN of equipment that needs to be replaced or repaired.# Monitoring#appropriate stock#levels in Endoscopy and#notifies RN#of any needed supplies. Incorporates positive guest relations with#patient,#family#and healthcare#team.# Key Responsibilities# Prepares endoscopy room, including physical environment and equipment; informs RN of equipment that needs to be replaced or repaired.# Assures equipment is in good working order;#maintains#records of equipment sent for repair or ordered as replacement equipment.# Cleans and disinfects equipment; processes and sterilizes equipment according to SVH/SGNA protocol.# Assists#physician with endoscopy procedures.# Assures#patient#has a signed consent before#start#of#procedure#if delegated.# Appropriately handles all tissue/specimens:# Prepares cytology slides and pathology specimens assuring the correct fixation and orientation, and delivers to proper area in Lab.# Assists#with transportation of patients to and from the Endo suite under#the direction#of the RN.# Documents appropriately on the treatment record and charge form.# Maintains endoscopy#unit#in a clean, organized manner.# Monitors#appropriate stock#levels in Endoscopy and#notifies RN#of any needed supplies. Incorporates positive guest relations with patients,#family,#and healthcare#team.# Maintains confidentiality of patient records.# Attends department meetings and in-service programs:# Clerical responsibilities include answering telephones and correctly relaying messages, processing charges if needed, preparing patient chart before procedure if directed.# Knows and supports District mission, policies, procedures,#protocols#and standards.# Has a working knowledge of BLS and the District#s/hospital#s#fire and disaster plans.# Assists with Quality Assurance activities related to equipment, physical#environment#and patient care.# Assists#in procedure room for inter-procedure Gastroenterology#assistance#during biopsy and other testing.# Participant in#the unit-based Quality Improvement Program in an effort toward improving patient care.# Performs any other related duties as directed by the RN.# QUALIFICATIONS:# Required Education:## High school or GED Current, unencumbered,## Nursing Assistant Certification (NAC) or Medical Assistant (MA) license or Surgical Technologist certification in Washington State. National Endoscopy Technician Certification preferred.## Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.## Qualified candidates must be able to successfully complete the GI Scope Certification Exam upon meeting eligibility requirements within one year of assuming position.# Required Experience:#2 years of experience in healthcare with certification in either CNA,#MA#or other Tech position.# # WORK ENVIRONMENT:#Requires#some exposure#to communicable diseases or bodily fluids and other conditions common to a clinical environment.# PHYSICAL DEMANDS:#Requires full range of motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finer#dexterity#and hand-eye coordination. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Requires ability in emergency situations to lift and carry items weighing up to 40 pounds. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range. Requires working under changing conditions or working irregular hours.# # OTHER DUTIES:# Please#note#this job description is not designed to cover or#contain#a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are#required of#the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.# BENEFITS:# We believe in taking care of those who take care of our community.#We#re#proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package that puts your health and well-being first. With our flexible medical plan,#you#ll#have access to multiple in-network tiers, including top-quality care from Snoqualmie Valley Health, Eastside Health, and First Choice/First Health providers.#The best part? Anyone covered under our plan can receive care at SVH at no cost!#It#s#all about giving you the options and support you need to experience life#s great adventures.# Medical# Dental# Vision# Pharmacy# Life and AD#D# Retirement Plan# Employee Assistance Program (EAP)# Flexible Spending Account (FSA)# Travel Assistance # ID Theft Protection# Pet Insurance# Other Voluntary Benefits# Benefit#Eligibility Requirements ##Employees regularly scheduled at least 20 hours per week.# Employee Dependents ##Your legal spouse or domestic partner; dependent children until age 26.# Waiting Period ##1st of the month from the date of hire.# PLEASE NOTE:# The flu shot (during flu season) is#required#for employment, with exemptions available for valid medical or religious reasons.# Snoqualmie Valley Health is a drug-free workplace. We complete drug screenings as part of our onboarding process.#

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