Endoscopy Procedures Specialist (Offsite)

Mount Sinai; United States; On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

The Mount Sinai Health System is seeking an Offsite Endoscopy Specialist to assist physicians and RNs with GI procedures. You will perform and record vital signs, document intake/output, and help prepare equipment for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, including endoscopies and related techniques.

Responsibilities also include equipment checks, cleaning and sterilization per Infection Control guidelines, troubleshooting scope issues, and handling specimen labeling and data entry in the

Qualifications

• HS/GED and completion of an approved medical assistant training program.
• Some experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Certification as a Medical Assistant from an approved school or equivalent training and experience.

Responsibilities

• The Offsite Endoscopy Specialist assists physicians and RNs with procedures Gastrointestinal procedures.
• Performs and records patients vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse, temperature and respirations.
• Documents intake and output and other data as assigned.
• Sets up equipment and assists physician and RN with diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, including but not limited to Upper Endoscopy, colonoscopy, ERCP, manometry.
• Checks equipment function for use during diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Cleans, disinfects and/or sterilizes equipment and accessories according to Infection Control guidelines. Documents all processing activities to appropriate logs.
• Maintains processing machines with scheduled filter changes.
• Troubleshoots equipment and scope problems. Prepares and arranges for repairs with manufacturer.
• Performs clinical procedures such as specimen collection, EKG, application of post-mortem care and maintenance of skin integrity.
• Prepares specimens by carefully labeling and entering proper information in applicable systems.

Education

HS/GED and completion of an approved medical assistant training program

Certification as a Medical Assistant from an approved school or equivalent training and experience

Job description

The Mount Sinai Health System is seeking an Offsite Endoscopy Specialist to assist physicians and RNs with GI procedures. You will perform and record vital signs, document intake/output, and help prepare equipment for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, including endoscopies and related techniques.

Responsibilities also include equipment checks, cleaning and sterilization per Infection Control guidelines, troubleshooting scope issues, and handling specimen labeling and data entry in the