Endoscopy Technician PRN

Endoscopy Technician PRN

The Gastroenterology/Endoscopy Technician works directly with the physician and the circulating registered nurse in each G.I. Lab procedure, understanding his/her scope of practice based upon training, and the facility policies outlined in the job description.

Duties:

• Cleaning of the Endo suites at the beginning of each day, using an antiviral solution and a lint free cloth on all horizontal surfaces.
• At the end of the day, removing all extra equipment, putting away supplies and general tidying of the Endo suites and the department in general.
• Re-stocking of warmers, and supply areas. Checking and removing outdates in the department, reporting same to the Charge Nurses of outdates
• The endoscopy/GI tech must comprehend age specific requirements for teens through geriatric patients
• Although the GI/Endoscopy tech is neither licensed or certified in his/her field, they must follow the hospital specific standards with regard to patient safety, and respond in a prudent manner when asked to perform extended practices normally limited to a registered nurse or physician.
• The Endoscopy/GI tech understand and adheres with policies/procedures and protocols
• Use of the chain of command and providing job related input in the work environment
• The Endoscopy/GI tech is expected to act in a professional manner and interact appropriately with patients & family, peers and physicians
• Maintaining a level of competence in all areas of endoscopy, including Bronchoscopy, TEE procedures, Cardio-versions, pain management, EGD's, Colonoscopies, ERCPs and/or any other procedures performed in the GI labs and Surgery suites
• The Endoscopy/GI tech is expected to participate in problem solving related to both patient care and operational issues, ensuring the effective and efficient communication and work flow patterns support the department
• The Endoscopy/GI tech is expected to care for the endoscopes in a careful manner, ensuring that cleaning processes do not damage the scopes.
• The Endoscopy/GI tech is expected to assist with managing the scope inventory, reporting damages, sending and monitoring repairs.
• The Endoscopy/GI tech is expected to manage Steris logs, recording and storing records, reporting "failed' loads, and ensuring all Infection control parameters are followed for deep disinfection, as used in the GI labs
• The Endoscopy/GI tech is expected to participate in bi-annual inventory.
• Cross training to various areas of the department, and floating to task, as necessary and as directed

Position Requirements:

• Surgical technology school or equivalent preferred
• Minimum two (2) years in Endoscopy with in–patient and out-patient
• BLS

Southern Hills Hospital and Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Southern Hills Hospital is a 260+ bed acute care hospital. We provide emergency and pediatric emergency services. Our facility also offers a behavioral health unit serving teens and adults, an accredited Chest Pain Center, a Certified Primary Stroke Center and a dedicated orthopedic and spine unit. In addition, Southern Hills Hospital and Medical Center provides women with top level care with our OB-GYN, Level III NICU, diagnostic imaging and surgical services. We are also certified by The Joint Commission, the leading accreditor of healthcare organizations in America, in disease-specific areas.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

Be a part of an organization that invests in you! We are reviewing applications for our Endoscopy Technician PRN opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your application and help us raise the bar in patient care!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.