What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Technician I 100% (Endoscopy)- Downtown Campus position at University of Iowa Health Care Health System?
The University of Iowa Health Care Downtown Campus is seeking a 100% Clinical Technician I to work in the Endoscopy Department.
GENERAL CLASS DESCRIPTION:
Under direct supervision, operates and maintains specialized equipment for use in tests and studies related to patient treatment and staff teaching.
CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Prepares area and materials for patient testing, requiring knowledge of medical equipment and its proper usage.
- Performs routine technical measurements using specialized medical equipment to determine changing conditions of a patient.
- Records and maintains information obtained during equipment tests to facilitate interpretation of the data and meet established equipment review guidelines/protocols.
- Distributes information to appropriate areas and personnel.
- Performs routine maintenance of equipment to ensure operational condition at all times.
- Assists in training new personnel to operate and maintain equipment.
- Assembles emergency trays and accessory equipment.
- Escorts patients to examination rooms.
- Assists higher-level staff in performance of their duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Ability to communicate effectively with staff, students, patients, and the public.
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
- Ability to collect data and maintain accurate records.
- Ability to operate and perform routine maintenance on various types of medical equipment.
Monday -Friday 0700-1530, no weekends or Holidays. This position will be required to take call.
MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
- One year of health care experience involving direct patient care.
Application Process:
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 10 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check. This position is not eligible for university sponsorship for employment authorization.
For questions, contact Emilio Villagrana at emilio-villagrana@uiowa.edu.
Additional Information- Classification Title: Clinical Technician I
- Appointment Type: Merit
- Schedule: Full-time
- Work Modality Options: On Campus
- Pay Level: 5
- Organization: Healthcare
- Contact Name: Emilio Villagrana
- Contact Email: emilio-villagrana@uiowa.edu
