Digestive Disease Tech I Non-Certified

Digestive Diseases Technician I Acute Care

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The Digestive Diseases Technician I Acute Care, under general supervision of the Endoscopy Nurse Manager, while working closely with the Team Leader of Endoscopy Nursing is responsible for maintaining and overseeing the cleaning and sterilizing of all scopes. Assists with procedures in the GI Lab, OR, Emergency Department and Inpatient Units Works closely with other Digestive Diseases staff to maintain supplies and equipment. The Digestive Disease Technician I and II may participate in on-call rotation nights, weekends and holidays.

Works collaboratively with all clinical staff in assuring timeliness of endoscopic procedures including room turnover and scope availability

Cleans procedure room within 5 minutes of patient departure from room with no more than 3-4 exceptions per year as measured by supervisory observation

Ensure equipment is stocked with appropriately, supplies and linen at the end of each procedure day with no more than 2-3 exceptions per year as measured by supervisory observation and peer feedback

(GI Tech II) Will provide support to surgeons in the OR needing assistance with GI cases

Cleans, sterilizes and dries all scopes on a daily basis as assigned

Part 1. Identifies need for scope repair and initiates repair process within 1-2 hours of identification of need for repair as measured by supervisory observation

Ensures that all logs are kept up to date as measured by weekly DSD log printouts

Performs manual portion of scope cleaning in 6-10 minutes as measured by supervisory observation

Independently manages all aspects of scope cleaning on low and moderate volume days as measured by supervisory observation

(GI Tech II) Will become an expert in scope processing. They will be the resource person for new staff learning the reprocessing procedures

Cleans, sterilizes and dries all scopes on a daily basis as assigned

Part 2. Cleans and disinfects endoscopes with 100% cleanliness rate according to department policy as measured by quarterly quality assurance checks.

Follows department policy on high level disinfectant as measured by supervisory observation

(GI Tech II) Will perform scope reprocessing audits on GI Tech I's

Assists with procedures in the GI Lab, OR, Emergency Department and Inpatient Units

(GI Tech II) Assists MD with polyp removal using cautery in combination with other equipment under direct supervision of physician

Assists in daily operational and patient flow activities as required

(GI Tech II) Can assist in obtaining specimens under direct supervision of MD

(GI Tech II) Can assist MD with balloon dilations of the esophagus and colon

(GI Tech II) Can assist MD with control of hemorrhage using equipment such as clips and cautery

(GI Tech II) Can assist with set-up of ERCP procedures

Makes effective use of downtime by identifying necessary tasks

Maintenance of unit equipment and appropriate documentation

Identifies need to order equipment and works with supervisor to process order promptly as measured by supervisory observation

May participate in on-call rotation for nights, weekends and holiday coverage

(GI Tech II) Acts as a mentor to new Digestive Disease Techs, assisting with orientation to equipment and procedures

Demonstrates financial accountability including efficient use of resources and understanding of appropriate and compliant billing

Demonstrates understanding of value of equipment and takes appropriate care when handling sensitive equipment 100% of the time with no more than 1-2 exceptions per year as observed by supervisor and physicians

Minimizes waste of costly med/surg supplies by ensuring that older supplies are used in advance of newer supplies as observed by supervisor

Maintains competent level of knowledge by participating in relevant educational and training programs

Attends 85-90% of all offered continuing education programs pertinent to the maintenance and development of expertise related to area of practice as observed by supervisor

Attends 80-85% of all department meetings and reviews and documents that they have reviewed the minutes of missed meetings as observed by supervisor

Attends all mandatory in-service programs or documents review of required material as documented on annual in-service record

(GI Tech II) Maintains advanced associate certification through SGNA

Performs other duties as requested and observed by supervisor or manager

Education:

High School or GED, preferred

Experience:

Previous technical experience in the healthcare field, preferred

Licensure/Certifications:

BLS Certification within 6 months of hire, required

Must complete required CE and any other education requests as directed

Skills:

Communication

Assembling Equipment

Attention to Detail

Computer Skills

Maintain Confidentiality

Multi-Tasking

Technical Skills

Quality Assurance

Physical Requirements:

Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 lbs. for force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects

Occasional crouching, kneeling, lifting

Frequent typing/clerical/dexterity, grasping, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, stooping, talking, visual acuity (color, depth, perception), walking

Constant hearing, fit testing

Hazards:

Occasional electrical, radiation/radiant energy

Frequent bodily fluids/bloodborne exposure, chemical

Working Conditions:

Frequent wet and/or humid, fumes, gases, odors

Travel:

No travel required

Bassett Healthcare Network's commitment to our employees includes benefit programs carefully designed with the needs and values of all our employees in mind. Many of the benefits we offer are paid fully or in large part by Bassett. Our generous benefits offerings include:

Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Life insurance and disability protection

Retirement benefits including an employer match

And more!

Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position.

Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. The above compensation range represents a good faith belief of the compensation range by Bassett Healthcare Network, and its entities and affiliates, at the time of this posting or advertisement.

USD $21.11/Hr. USD $31.67/Hr.

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.