Ambulatory Procedure Tech

University of Rochester; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Rochester seeks a Procedure Technician to prepare instruments, assist with procedures, and maintain new technology in the department. You will work with physicians and nurses to ensure readiness and safety.

The role requires an Associate's degree with 3 years of medical or customer service experience; a Bachelor's is preferred. You will help schedule procedures and support quality checks, with training on competency checklists.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree and 3 years of related medical or customer service experience required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1 year of progressively responsible professional work experience as a procedure technician required.

Responsibilities

• Provides technical knowledge in preparing instruments, equipment and supplies for procedures and assists with the technical portion of procedures.
• Assists with the most advanced procedures and maintains new technology in the department.
• Establishes and maintains competency checklists for each new procedure.
• Selects required equipment and supplies for procedures and prepares room for procedures.
• Assembles, tests and ensures correct working order of all supplies and equipment during procedures.
• Performs pre-cleaning and high-level disinfection per regulatory standards and checks for repairs as needed.
• Supports scheduling procedures and appointments and coordinates with office staff.

Skills

Medical terminology

Computer skills

Vital signs

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.

Job Location (Full Address):

601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642

Opening:

Worker Subtype: Regular

Time Type: Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Department: 500077 Peds Gastro/Hepatology/Nutrit

Work Shift: UR - Day (United States of America)

Range: UR URCA 207 H

Compensation Range: $23.51 - $31.74

The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities:

Provides technical knowledge in preparing instruments, equipment and supplies for procedures and/or assists team with the technical portion of the procedure. Assists with the most advanced procedures. Establishes and maintains the new technology machines and equipment that are brought into the department. Works closely to establish training and competency checklist for each new procedure.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Selects required equipment and supplies for procedures based on provider's preferences adapted for specific procedures and individual patients. Prepares room for procedures.
• Assembles, tests and ensures correct working order of all supplies and equipment prior to and during procedures.
• Disassembles, identifies defective or malfunctioning parts, and provides preventive maintenance for all procedures supplies and equipment. Performs all pre-cleaning requirements per regulatory standards of all endoscopes, including inspection, leak testing, cleaning, high level disinfecting and identifying needed repairs.
• Follows established protocols for reprocessing endoscopes and accessories and for storing equipment.
• Provides technical assistance to provider with technical requirements of procedure, collection of specimen using anatomical landmarks and knowledge of disease process. Manages specimen labeling and processing.
• Applies principles of aseptic technique theories to equipment preparation and maintenance and assisting with procedures. Identifies any potential compromise to sterile/High Level Disinfectant integrity of items throughout the procedure.
• Based on material and/or manufacturer's instruction, determines methods of High-Level Disinfection mode for products. Checks and calibrates equipment according to equipment protocol
• Works with physicians and nurses in the selection of new inventory. Maintains professional relationships and communicates with vendors and internal purchasing department. Updates protocols and equipment/supply preference list of physicians.
• Assists office staff with scheduling procedures and appointments.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Associate's degree and 3 years of related medical or customer service experience required
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 1 year of progressively responsible professional work experience as a procedure technician required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to performs ambulatory technician duties as assigned, such as, but not limited to obtaining and documenting vital signs required
• Knowledge of medical terminology, procedures and computer experience preferred

The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University's Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create - and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.