Endoscopy Technician - Endoscopy

Description

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UNC Johnston Endoscopy is a fast-paced procedural unit located in Smithfield. It is a hospital-based endoscopy department. There is an enormous number of opportunities for medical professionals to grow, learn and develop into GI experts. Currently we operate up to 2 procedural rooms daily: with an average case load of 12 cases per day. We have cultivated an environment where team camaraderie and peer support translate to a healthy and strong work culture. Our hours of operation are Monday- Friday from 7:30 - 4pm with some rotating on call time Monday - Friday after hours of operation.

We also have a phenomenal team of doctors. You will have the opportunity to learn from some of the best and become part of the team that delivers exceptional services for patients undergoing endoscopic procedures such as, colonoscopies, upper endoscopy, esophageal and colon stents, manometries, the capsule, ERCPs and bronchoscopies. Our nurses are trained to work in each of the patient care areas (pre, intra and post procedure). Rest assured, you will receive excellent training and will be well equipped to perform these various roles. We are a passionate group who takes great pride in delivering quality services.

The team is dedicated and committed, but most of all, patients are our top priority. Once you are trained and become proficient, opportunities to cross train to other perioperative areas may be an option.

Summary:
This position performs basic Nursing Assistant activities. This position also provides assistance to the physician during operative and invasive procedures. This position functions to assure endoscopy suite is adequately prepared for procedure and monitors PAR level of all surgical instruments and supplies. Reprocess and maintain of endoscopes and other endoscopy equipment.

Responsibilities:
1. Clerical--Uses computer scheduling system to schedule endoscopy procedures at mutually acceptable times. Performs receptionist/ clerical duties as needed. Orders and stocks supply inventory, prepares rooms and equipments to accommodate patient load. Runs errands as necessary to lab, pharmacy, CD. Understands operation, function and handling of equipment, supplies.
2. Clinical--Assists MD and RN with endoscopic procedures under supervision registered nurse. Utilizes instruments during procedures. Assists with the delivery of direct nursing care. Assists with admission and discharge of patients. Assists with patient identification and vital signs. Documents/ charts on forms as required. Assists with positioning of patient. Assists with collection and preparation of endoscopy specimens. Demonstrates a cooperative nature with physicians and nurses while responding to needs and requires of patients/ families.
3. Professional Development-- Maintains BLS and competencies as prescribed by department annual Endoscopy Technician checklist. Attends inservices and organizational meetings.
4. Technical-- Attends all required training and completes all required competencies for high-level disinfection (HLD) processes - initially and yearly as required by UNC Medical Center policy. Demonstrates proficiency in reprocessing and maintenance of endoscopes and other endoscopic equipment per UNC Infection Prevention endoscope policy and manufacturer instructions for use (IFUs) for specific equipment in use, including specific endoscopes. Maintains automated endoscope reprocessors (AERs) and/or vapor management hoods (if relevant). Ensures the correct hookups and adapters are in use for channeled scopes reprocessed in AERs. Checks all chemical levels in reservoirs and basins to ensure adequacy. Checks minimum effective concentrations as appropriate and per manufacturer's IFUs for HLD chemicals. Effectively communicates information regarding scope repairs, loaners, supplies and QI information by maintaining documentation of all actions. Has knowledge of and appropriately dons and doffs personal protective equipment (PPE) in the reprocessing room per policy and OSHA regulations. Maintains supplies needed for cleaning and reprocessing, and communicates effectively equipment failures and needed repairs. Accurately records all necessary data in appropriate logs according to UNC Medical Center policies.

Other information:
Education Requirements:
* Graduation from an accredited Surgical Technology program or High School diploma or General Education Development (GED)
Licensure/Certification Requirements:
* If a High School diploma or GED either a) listed as NC Nursing Assistant I by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Listed as NC Nursing Assistant I will be required if performing pre/post patient care OR b) one (1) year of endoscopy technician experience.
* If graduation from an accredited Surgical Technology program, then no listing NC NA I or ST certification required
Professional Experience Requirements:
* Prefer one (1) year of relevant health care experience.
Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements:

Legal Employer: NCHEALTH

Entity: Johnston Health

Organization Unit: Endoscopy -

Work Type: Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00

Salary Range:$18.84 - $26.77 per hour (Hiring Range)

Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: Day Job

Location of Job: US:NC:Smithfield

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No

This position is employed by NC Health (Rex Healthcare, Inc., d/b/a NC Health), a private, fully-owned subsidiary of UNC Heath Care System. This is not a State employed position.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.

UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities. All interested applicants are invited to apply for career opportunities. Please email applicant.accommodations@unchealth.unc.edu if you need a reasonable accommodation to search and/or to apply for a career opportunity.