On-Call Endoscopy Technician

ASC Endoscopy Technician

At The Portland Clinic our mission is to be a trusted community collaborating to improve the health and well-being of those we serve. Join our team and let us work together to offer a welcoming, inclusive environment for our patients and the communities we serve.

Seeking experienced admit/PACU RN for busy multispecialty ambulatory surgery center.

Primary Function

Responsible for assisting as an endoscopy tech. Also responsible for assisting decontamination of scopes, room turnover.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Respond appropriately to emergency codes.
• Assist with endoscopy procedures as requested by the physician or registered nurse.
• Work with GI physicians in professional and courteous manner.
• Provide support to Anesthesia department in preparation for daily cases. Check carts, outdates, assure supply levels, plug in equipment.
• Set-up, assist and clean-up of rooms and equipment for endoscopy service. Take appropriate precautions when assisting.
• Follow appropriate methods, IFUs and policy for cleaning and disinfection of endoscopes.
• Help to turnover rooms in timely fashion.
• Restock and clean designated areas.
• Uses appropriate use of PPE for patient care and other settings where required.
• Be an active participant in committees (i.e. Safety Committee, Infection Control).
• Participate in orienting new staff.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings.
• Understand hazard risk and demonstrate complete understating of established emergency procedures for the Surgery Center.
• Reports incidences or issues through chain of command and maintains confidentiality. Complete all employee/patient incident documentation in a thorough and timely manner.
• Assist/floats to other departments as needed.
• Employees will not be discourteous or disrespectful to a customer or any member of the public while in the course and scope of company business.
• Work in a cooperative manner with management/supervision, coworkers, patients and vendors.
• Abid by company policies.
• Maintain regular, in person, work attendance and punctuality, as scheduled.

Requirements: High School diploma or equivalent One (1) year of experience in similar role Current CPR certification

Education/Licenses Preferred: Medical Assistant Certification, Certified Nursing Assistant

Experience/Qualifications Preferred: Basic understanding of Medical Terminology Basic understanding of infection control Organizational skills and ability to prioritize work flow Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations and to work under pressure Proficiency and legalities of charting and telephone conversations Compassionate, patient and tactful Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients and staff Proactive, independent, and accountable Proficient computer skills Values team success