Endoscopy Technician $3,000 Sign-on Incentive

Job Description : Job Description

Job Description

Endoscopy

The position description is a guide to the critical duties and essential functions of the job, not an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, qualifications, physical demands and work environment conditions.

Position descriptions are reviewed and revised to meet the changing needs of the organization.

TITLE : Endoscopy Technician

OVERVIEW : TheEndoscopy Technician worksunder the direct supervision of the Endoscopy Nurses and Endoscopy Providers, to provide direct patient care and positive outcomes.

Coordinating the clinic schedule, providing patient care, gathering data from referrals, cleaning and maintaining equipment and environment, ordering / stocking supplies in assigned areas and some patient transport are components of the position.

The position requires an understanding of multiple endoscopy procedures such as sigmoidoscopy, colonoscopy, EGD, ERCP, EUS and excision of lesions.

AREA OF ASSIGNMENT : Endoscopy Center

HOURS OF WORK : Variable

RESPONSIBLE TO : Endoscopy Manager

PREREQUISITES :

Medical Assistant Certified required.

1 year of endoscopy experience preferred.

BLS required.

SGNA Associates Program or SGNA Advanced Associates Program Certification preferred.

Good to excellent computer skills including the ability to successfully navigate between multiple applications.

Able to communicate effectively in oral and written form in English language.

QUALIFICATIONS :

Perform within legal and ethical boundaries.

Document patient communication and clinical treatments accurately and appropriately.

Assist RN and MD during Endo procedures.

Comply with State, Federal and regulatory agencies.

Demonstrated ability for proper utilization / functioning in multiple roles of a MA within a fast-pace endoscopy department.

Demonstrated ability to comprehend, execute and act within the limits of MA scope. of practice while under the direction of a health care practitioner.

Demonstrated ability to function effectively in an environment where it is necessary to perform several tasks simultaneously, and where interruptions are frequent.

Demonstrate clear understanding of department structure and design.

UNIQUE PHYSICAL / MENTAL DEMANDS, ENVIRONMENT, AND WORKING CONDITIONS : Exposure to virus, disease and infection from patients and specimens in the work environment.

Siting for extended periods of time, keyboarding at a computer terminal approximately 50% of the time. Work with standard office equipment including computers, copiers, printers, fax machine, scanners and telephones.

Standing and walking for extended periods of time. Speaking, close vision, hearing, standing, walking, sitting, handling objects or controls, reaching, lifting.

Daily standing, squatting, walking, bending and maneuvering. May require lifting to 50LB to transfer / turn patient with / without assistive devices.

Occasional pushing and pulling of patients in wheelchairs, stretchers or other transport devices and assisting to sit and stand.

Communication

Neat and well-groomed appearance, business professional

Recognize and respect cultural diversity

Demonstrated ability to maintain a calm demeanor at all times

Employ professional telephone and interpersonal techniques

Recognize and respond effectively to verbal, nonverbal and written communications

Receive, organize, prioritize, store and maintain transmittable information utilizing electronic technology

Serve as a "communication liaison" between the physician and patient

Demonstrated ability to speak, spell and utilize appropriate grammar, sentence structure and hospital and network approved abbreviations

Ability to communicate and work effectively with the physical and emotional development of all age groups

Possess excellent customer service and patient care skills

Interacts in a friendly, professional manner with a wide range of patients, operations staff, physicians, and other departments in Valley Medical Center

Patient Care

Anticipate and facilitate provider work flow

Assist providers with patient flow time management

Perform initial intake screening by "verifying" reason for patient visit

Obtain, evaluate, and record patient information employing critical thinking skills

Prepare and maintain examination and treatment areas

Prepare patient for examinations procedure and treatments

Assist with examination, procedures and treatments

Complete all forms and data sets for patient care to the maximum limit of scope

Schedule, coordinate and monitor appointments

Operational Functions

Apply principles of aseptic techniques and infection control

Practice standard precautions, including hand hygiene and disposal of biohazards

Comply with quality assurance practices

Perform inventory of supplies and equipment

Perform routine maintenance of administrative and clinical equipment

Apply computer and other electronic equipment techniques to support office operations

Perform methods of quality control

Practice Finances

Assist with ordering of supplies, checking for outdates, rotating stock and maintaining equipment.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Generic Job Functions : See Generic Job Description for Clinical Support Partner

Essential Responsibilities and Competencies : (performed in accordance with supervision requirements established by statute and administrative code.)

Assists with multiple procedures such as, but not limited to : sigmoidoscopy, colonoscopy, EGD, ERCP, EUS, excision of lesions as needed.

Performs venous and capillary invasive procedures for blood withdrawal.

Performs intradermal, subcutaneous and intramuscular injections.

Administers medications as ordered by the provider and per scope of practice.

Administers immunizations.

Applies, or assists with application of, durable medical equipment.

Administers medications as ordered by the provider and per scope of practice.

Performs immediate post procedural cleaning for all scopes per manufacture recommendations, as needed.

Performs waived Laboratory Tests.

Perform room setup and turnovers.

Gives approved instructions and patient education to patients.

Patient flows.

Assist with patient positioning under the director supervision of the RN. M

Manages messaging and order workflow.

Organizes and allocates orders in a timely fashion.

Researches and responds to messages in a timely fashion.

Acts as liaison between the PSR, MA and Provider.

Revised : 7 / 19

Grade : SEIUSVC8H

FLSA : NE

CC : 7025

Job Qualifications : PREREQUISITES :

PREREQUISITES :

Medical Assistant Certified required.

1 year of endoscopy experience preferred.

BLS required.

SGNA Associates Program or SGNA Advanced Associates Program Certification preferred.

Good to excellent computer skills including the ability to successfully navigate between multiple applications.

Able to communicate effectively in oral and written form in English language.

QUALIFICATIONS :

Perform within legal and ethical boundaries.

Document patient communication and clinical treatments accurately and appropriately.

Assist RN and MD during Endo procedures.

Comply with State, Federal and regulatory agencies.

Demonstrated ability for proper utilization / functioning in multiple roles of a MA within a fast-pace endoscopy department.

Demonstrated ability to comprehend, execute and act within the limits of MA scope. of practice while under the direction of a health care practitioner.

Demonstrated ability to function effectively in an environment where it is necessary to perform several tasks simultaneously, and where interruptions are frequent.

Demonstrate clear understanding of department structure and design.