Endoscopy Tech

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia; Warrenton (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Virginia's UVA Community Health is hiring an Endoscopy Tech to support endoscopy services under physicians and registered nurses. You will help with patient care across pre-, intra-, and post-procedure phases, assemble and clean equipment, label specimens, and ensure sterile technique and safety throughout the patient experience.

Responsibilities include room turnover, equipment prep, and assisting during procedures, with physical demands and occasional lead apron use.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 2 years of endoscopy experience preferred; certification within one year of hire.
• Endoscopy Technician Certification preferred; Registered Medication Aid licensure in applicable state required.

Responsibilities

• Assists with patient care throughout pre-, intra-, and post-procedure.
• Assembles required endoscopy equipment and supplies; maintains sterile technique.
• Performs specimen collection, labeling and transportation as needed.
• Assists with room turnover and high-level disinfection of endoscopes and equipment.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Nursing expertise

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

We are ushering in a new era of healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning. At UVA Community Health, part of the world-class UVA Health academic health system, we are committed to caring for the whole person by building meaningful connections with our patients i n the local setting of UVA Health's community hospitals, outpatient locations, and provider offices. By combining our team's talent and expertise, the breadth of capabilities across the entire UVA Health system, and our dedication to community wellness, we are bringing expert care close to home.

As a member of the UVA Community Health team, individuals contribute to patient care decisions, support advanced medical technologies, and experience the satisfaction of making a difference in people's lives every day.

Endoscopy Tech Job Code: NU5424

JOB TYPE

Classification: Non Exempt

Supervises Positions:

JOB SUMMARY

An Endoscopy Technologist, under the direction of Physicians and Registered Nurses, assists with patient care and related services. The technologist must have the ability to assist with care of the adult and pediatric population.Must be capable of performing tasks that require dexterity, coordination, strength, flexibility, endurance, as inherent in normal assignment. Organizes the supplies and equipment in the endoscopy suites/operating room. Under the direct supervision of the physician and/or the registered nurse, the Endoscopy Tech will assist/provide direct patient care throughout the entire patient experience including pre-procedure, intra-procedure, and post-procedure for the patient in undergoing and endoscopy procedure. The individual is responsible for assembling required equipment and supplies, assisting the physician during the procedure, performing specimen collection, labeling and transportation. The individual will assist in room turn-around including appropriate cleaning of equipment, supplies, environment including high level disinfection of endoscopes and equipment. Understands concepts of Sterile and Non-Sterile Techniques. Stands for long periods of time and occasionally wearing a lead apron.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: High School Diploma or GED required.

Experience: Minimum of 2 years of endoscopy experience preferred. Refer to the Life Support Training Policy for additional details.

Licensure: Endoscopy Technician Certification preferred. Endoscopy Technician Certification required within one year of hire. Registered Medication Aid licensure in applicable state required.

Additional Skills/Requirements Required

Has knowledge and skills necessary to modify care according to patient (s) age. Has the ability to interpret information to identify each patient's requirements for care relative to his/her age specific needs.

Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred

Knowledge of medical terminology.

Competencies

• Patient Care:
  • Assists/provides patient care throughout the entire patient experience under the direct supervision of the physician and/or the registered nurse.
  • Assists in room turnaround, including appropriate cleaning of equipment, supplies, and environment.
  • Organizes supplies and equipment as needed.
• Communication:
  • Obtains and documents vital signs as prescribed.
  • Develops and maintains positive relationships with team members.
  • Resolves conflicts independently as appropriate.
• Nursing Expertise:
  • Understands concepts of sterile and non-sterile techniques.
  • Administers medication as prescribed by the physician appropriately and in a timely manner.
  • Adheres to safety measures.

The incumbent may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned.

Physical Demands

• Medium to Heavy Physical Demand: The job requires constant standing, frequently walking, and bending/stooping.
• Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to write legibly.
• Ability to lift/push/pull 100 lbs.
• For any weight over 35 lbs., use Safe Handling Equipment.
• This job description may not include all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described. It may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of UVA Community Health.

Other

• May require the use of safety equipment, such as HEPA mask, for infection prevention:
• On call responsibilities as directed:
• Ability to travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed:
• Yes
• Yes
• Yes

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