Endoscopy Assistant (SEIU) - Kenmore - Atrius Health

Endoscopy Assistant I

Explore opportunities at Atrius Health, part of the Optum family of businesses. We're an innovative health care leader and multi-specialty group practice, delivering an effective, connected system of care for adult and pediatric patients at 28 practice locations in eastern Massachusetts. Our entire team of providers (physicians, AP/NPs and ancillary clinicians) works collaboratively with a value-based philosophy within our group practice as well as with hospitals, rehab and nursing facilities. Be part of our vision to transform care and improve lives by building trust, understanding and shared decision-making with every patient. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

As the Endoscopy Assistant I, you will assist nursing staff and physicians with patient care for patients undergoing endoscopic procedures. As well as clean, disinfect and perform routine maintenance on endoscopic equipment.

Monday-Friday: Full time, 40 hours

Primary Responsibilities:

• Support patient flow in the Endoscopy unit, including escorting and assisting with gowning and mobility post-sedation
• Aid in patient admission, discharge, monitoring in recovery, and IV removal under RN supervision
• Clean and restock procedure rooms, manage linens, and assist with patient education before and after procedures
• Set up procedure rooms per physician preferences and perform rigorous cleaning and maintenance of endoscopic equipment
• Conduct equipment quality control checks and help orient new Endoscopy Assistants to departmental protocols

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• High School diploma
• 1+ years of experience in a clinical setting
• Demonstrated ability to communicate in a professional and appropriate manner.
• Proven solid interpersonal, customer service, time management, and organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task and prioritize activities

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associates degree in medical assisting or graduate of certificate program
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) may be required based on specialty
• CPR certification
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The hourly pay for this role will range from $18.91 to $29.88 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.