GI Endoscopy Technician I

Job summary

Provides direct patient care under RN supervision, including obtaining vital signs and preparing patients for diagnostic procedures. Responsible for the manual cleaning and high-level disinfection of endoscopy scopes and maintaining unit supplies.

Job details

Position Title GI Endoscopy Technician I Days - Full Time Olathe Medical Pavilion B Position Summary / Career Interest A GI Endoscopy Technician I, an unlicensed staff member, provides direct care to patients under the supervision of an RN including obtaining vital signs, point of care testing, stocking unit supplies, and maintaining a clean functional work environment. Exhibits excellent customer service skills at all times. Demonstrates competence in the areas of critical thinking, interpersonal relationships, and technical skills related to delegated tasks. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Is self-directed and proactive in performing a variety of tasks as indicated in his/her role and as assigned based on patient care and unit needs. Will complete competencies for all diagnostic procedures and High Level Disinfection (HLD). Responsibilities And Essential Job Functions Anticipates and prepares by obtaining supplies and specialty equipment, and sets up under clean technique prior to start of assigned procedures Assists physician during procedures and in cleaning procedure room after procedure Maintains scope cleaning equipment and accessories Maintains stock of supplies in procedure room during, between, and after procedures, and facilitates efficient turn-over of rooms to maintain room schedule May assist with transportation of patients to ancillary departments or inpatient units as directed by licensed staff Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and/or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department; will complete competencies for all diagnostic procedures Performs manual cleaning and high level disinfection of scopes Performs vital signs such as recording temperatures, pulse rate, blood pressure, applies leads, and monitors EKG and cardiac monitoring Prepares patients for procedures according to hospital and unit protocols Reports all observed patient concerns and changes in condition to a licensed staff member Actual call requirements not included in Job description will be addressed in the unit policies and procedures. Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department. These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required. Required Education And Experience High School Graduate Preferred Education And Experience Medical Assistant, CNA, EMT or LPN OR completion of 1-2 years nursing school 2 or more years of technical experience Required Licensure And Certification Basic Life Support Heartsaver (BLS HS) (Non-Clinical) - American Heart Association (AHA) Knowledge Requirements Basic typing and PC/software experience Time Type Full time Job Requisition ID R-57216 Important Information For You To Know As You Apply The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status. See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your disability as you navigate the recruitment process, please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link asktalentacquisition@kumc.edu. Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf and signing the agreement to the DRP. Need help finding the right job? We can recommend jobs specifically for you! Create a custom Job Alert by selecting criteria that suit your career interests.

What you’ll do

Provides direct patient care under RN supervision, including obtaining vital signs and preparing patients for diagnostic procedures. Responsible for the manual cleaning and high-level disinfection of endoscopy scopes and maintaining unit supplies.

Requirements

Requires a high school diploma and BLS certification, with a preference for candidates who are CNAs, EMTs, LPNs, or have nursing school experience. At least 2 years of technical experience is preferred.

Listed skills

• Customer service · Preferred
• Critical Thinking · Preferred
• Technical Support · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Vital Signs Monitoring
• Point Of Care Testing
• High Level Disinfection
• Scope Cleaning
• Patient Preparation
• EKG Monitoring
• Customer Service
• Critical Thinking
• Interpersonal Relationships
• Technical Support
• Medical Equipment Setup
• Patient Transportation

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Customer Service & Support