TECH - ENDOSCOPY (Certified)

Responsibilities Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center GW Health is the first new full-service hospital in Washington, DC in more than 20 years, integrating clinical care with existing community providers, Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC’s), The George Washington University Hospital, and our Urgent Care Center in Ward 8. This integrated delivery system is a robust network of care for all District residents, but more importantly, it ensures that residents of Wards 7 and 8 have access to high quality care in their community. This full-service hospital includes 136 beds (with the ability to expand to 184 beds), a verified trauma center, adult and pediatric emergency departments, maternal health and newborn delivery, an ambulatory pavilion for clinic visits and other outpatient services, a 500-car garage, and a helipad for emergency transport. Our ideal candidate readies rooms and gear for endoscopy work. The Endoscopy Technician will gather all needed tools, like endoscopes, light sources, and video monitors. The Endoscopy Technician will check to confirm that all equipment works right. They help doctors and nurses during procedures, handing them tools or samples. They watch patients to note any problems. After each procedure, the person cleans and sterilizes all gear. The incumbent will use special cleaners and machines to kill germs. This work follows strict rules to stop infections from spreading. The goal is to keep patients and staff safe. Job Duties/Responsibilities: Periodically check patients, take vital signs, monitor pulse oximetry, observe condition of the patient and patient care equipment or devices, and report changes from baseline patient status to appropriate patient care team member. Deliver care to the patient in a competent, capable, caring, and efficient manner. Assess, observe, report, and record signs and symptoms indicative of changes in the general condition of the patient and monitor patient vital signs during procedures and in the recovery area. Assess, observe, and report pertinent and significant patient responses to treatments and/or procedures. Perform routine analysis and studies as requested. Demonstrate ability to prioritize and adjust plan of care or adapt to changing priorities and plan of care as delegated. Apply knowledge of growth and development over the lifespan. Apply the knowledge and sills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his/her assigned unit relative to his/her age specific healthcare needs. Assess data reflective of each patient’s status and interpret information needed to identify each patient’s age requirement relative to his/her age specific healthcare needs. Communicate and collaborate with other care providers to ensure comprehensive care. Document provided according to established guidelines i.e., blood sugars, EKG. Perform a variety of medical record activities to maintain an orderly and complete record. Participate in appropriate patient/family teaching as designated per individual role. Perform other job duties/assignments as assigned. As a Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center employee, you will be part of an exceptional team with the following benefit offerings: Challenging and rewarding work environment Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries! More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com. About Universal Health Services One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. 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Qualifications Requirements: High School diploma or equivalency Completion of Certified Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant Course, two years of nursing school, or other recent comparable education At least one year, preferably more, experience as an Endoscopy tech/assistant EEO Statement All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 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