The Endoscopy Technician must have exceptional communication, organizational and customer service skills. The ideal candidate will have hospital or related experience and assist the Endoscopy clinical care team with quality care for elective/emergent procedural patients. The Endoscopy technician will efficiently assist the Endoscopy clinical care team in a fast-paced setting, while placing a high priority on safety, customer service and infection prevention.
On-call coverage rotation for off hours, weekends, and holidays is expected.
- Demonstrates responsibilities as an endoscopy technician by providing assistance to the nurses and physicians during procedures. Assists with all types if endoscopic procedures, including emergencies, utilizing endoscopes, accessories, and any therapeutic equipment needed for the procedure. Assist in obtaining biopsy specimens and polyps as directed by the physician and under the direct supervision of an RN.
- Maintains a good professional working relationship with all member of the unit as w ell as the physicians. Promotes positive public relations for the hospital by establishing a good working relationship with external sources and departments. Seeks guidance from peers and management whenever needed. Receptive to change and constructive feedback. Maintains accurate records and logs related to the reprocessing scopes and QA monitoring. Properly labels specimens and records them in the specimen logbook.
- Observes and maintains isolation precautions; maintains standard precautions on all patients. Follows hand washing guidelines. Utilizes two patient identifiers when caring for patients. Provides and maintains safety and comfort measures for the patients- making sure the bed is in the lowest possible position, side rails up and stretchers locked. Appropriately labels and bags specimens for transport to the lab. Properly handles all dirty equipment to prevent any cross-contamination. Helps to maintain a neat and safe environment by making sure the hallways are free from clutter, the linen and endoscope storage closet is w ell maintained.
- Initiates and maintains a friendly, professional, courteous and respectful rapport with the patients. Responds to patients/family needs in a timely manner. Follows HIPPA guidelines to ensure patient confidentiality. Consistently respects the patients right for privacy and dignity, is aware of and participates in the endoscopy unit initiative to improve the Pres-Ganey scores.
- Enhances the attitude and teamwork of the unit to help to facilitate a positive work environment. Works as a team member by accepting assignments without hesitation and demonstrating flexibility in response to the needs of the unit. Helps to facilitate the normal working of the unit during periods of emergencies. Seeks approval of reprioritization of more complex events before deviating from the original assignment.
- Professional Practice Responsibilities- Maintains the skill level needed for an Endoscopy technician by completing all the yearly unit and hospital-based competencies and annual mandatory training. Maintains BLS. Demonstrates and pursues personal and professional growth to anticipate the changes in the unit by seeking out and attending in services/seminars to promote continual learning and growth. Attends staff meetings regularly. Follows HR policies, such as reporting to work on time, wears identification badge, respects the time allotted for lunch and breaks. Participates in the orientation and training of new employees. Adheres to PRIDE values.
- Demonstrates responsibility as an Endoscopy Tech by following the daily schedule to ensure the proper type of endoscope is available for the Physician. Sets up the procedure room prior to the case, properly tests the scope before the case. Can troubleshoot equipment and is aware of the procedure in reporting malfunctioning equipment. Efficiently turns the room over between cases, including the proper pre-cleaning of the scopes. Performs endoscope and equipment High Level Disinfectant reprocessing per multiple society guidelines.
- High School Diploma Required and/or GED. Ability to read, write and speak English
- 2+ years in ENDO technician and or central sterile reprocessing
- Scope reprocessing certification preferred
- Basic Life Support (BLS) required
CentraState Healthcare System, a partner of Atlantic Health System, is a fully accredited, not-for-profit, community-based health system that provides comprehensive health services in the central New Jersey region. In addition to offering a full range of leading-edge diagnostic and treatment options, CentraState serves as a valuable health partner focused on the latest ways to prevent disease, promote healthy behaviors, and help people of all ages live life well. Based in Freehold, CentraState is comprised of a 284-bed acute-care hospital, a vibrant health and wellness campus, three award-winning senior living communities, a charitable foundation, and convenient satellite health pavilions offering primary care and specialty physician practices, along with access to outpatient services, such as lab and physical therapy. The system also offers a family medicine residency and geriatric fellowship training program in affiliation with Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. Among its many honors and accreditations, CentraState is one of less than two percent of hospitals nationwide to earn Magnet® designation for nursing excellence four times and was designated a Great Place to Work-Certified™ Company by Great Place to Work® for the second consecutive year.
When you bring your talent to CentraState, you are joining a trailblazing healthcare facility, committed to providing high-quality, patient-focused care. Join us in making incredible strides in health care, and making a difference in our community. We believe in enriching the lives of our employees through work/life balance initiatives, tuition assistance, career advancement opportunities and much more.
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What We Offer:
- Highly competitive compensation
- Excellent benefits package and rewards program
- 403(b) retirement plan with company match
- 401(a) retirement plan with employer contribution
- Life Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Profit Sharing Program
- Growth Opportunity and Workforce Development Initiatives
- Continuing Education / Onsite Training
- A warm, welcoming company culture based upon mutual respect and a collaborative goal of providing excellent patient care
- Concierge Services with Work & Family Benefits
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