Endoscopy Tech - GI Lab / Endoscopy Full Time

Jupiter Med; Florida; On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Jupiter Medical Center in Palm Beach County seeks an Endoscopic Technician to join the nursing team under the RN direction. You will assist with biopsies, therapeutic techniques, and specimen collection during GI procedures and maintain reprocessing standards.

Responsibilities include cleaning/disinfecting endoscopes, monitoring disinfectant quality, documenting QA logs, and promoting a safe, infection-controlled work environment while mentoring new staff.

Qualifications

• Current Certified Nursing Assistant (C.N.A.) licensure in the state of Florida.
• American Heart Association BLS Certification, for Health Care Provider.
• Certified Endoscopic Tech through Society Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates preferred.
• Strong problem solving, critical thinking and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and strong time management skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Computer literate.
• Works effectively in a fast paced, collaborative environment.
• Ability to apply principles of evidenced-based, analytical thinking and service excellence in practice.

Responsibilities

• The GI Lab technician manually cleans and disinfects the endoscopes utilized in all the GI Lab and Pulmonary procedures.
• The GI Lab technician maintains the disinfectant solutions, assists with monitoring the quality of the solutions and the effectiveness of the reprocessing procedure.
• The GI Lab Technician will assist the physician during procedures (under the direction of the RN) with biopsies, therapeutics techniques, polypectomies, PEGs, ERCPs, specimen collection, EUS, bleeding therapeutics (clips, banders) etc..
• Demonstrates the ability of function as an assistant in GI procedures.
• Provides timely, accurate and complete documentation in decontamination room of all QI logs.
• Promotes a safe "error free" working environment by consistently performing thorough infection prevention measures.
• Assumes active role in orienting, coaching and mentoring of new staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

CNA licensure FL

BLS Certification

Endoscopic cert (preferred)

Problem solving

Time management

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Teamwork

Infection control

Education

High School graduate or equivalent

Job description

Ranked #1 for Safety, Quality and Patient Satisfaction, Jupiter Medical Center is the leading destination for world-class health care in Palm Beach County and the greater Treasure Coast.

Outstanding physicians, state-of-the-art facilities, innovative techniques and a commitment to serving the community enables Jupiter Medical Center to meet a broad range of patient needs. Jupiter Medical Center is the only hospital in Palm Beach, Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River counties to receive a 4-star quality and safety rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Education:

• High School graduate or equivalent

Experience / Qualifications:

• Current Certified Nursing Assistant (C.N.A.) licensure in the state of Florida
• American Heart Association BLS Certification, for Heath Care Provider.
• Certified Endoscopic Tech through Society Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates preferred.
• Strong problem solving, critical thinking and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and strong time management skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Computer literate.
• Works effectively in a fast paced, collaborative environment.
• Ability to apply principles of evidenced-based, analytical thinking and service excellence in practice.
• On-call assignment per department and hospital policy.

Position Summary

The Endoscopic Technician is a member of the nursing team who contributes to the comfort and wellbeing of the patients by performing specifically assigned tasks and works under the direction of the Registered Nurse.

• The GI Lab technician manually cleans and disinfects the endoscopes utilized in all the GI Lab and Pulmonary procedures.
• The GI Lab technician maintains the disinfectant solutions, assists with monitoring the quality of the solutions and the effectiveness of the reprocessing procedure.
• The GI Lab Technician will assist the physician during procedures (under the direction of the RN) with biopsies, therapeutics techniques, polypectomies, PEGs, ERCPs, specimen collection, EUS, bleeding therapeutics (clips, banders) etc..
• Demonstrates the ability of function as an assistant in GI procedures.
• Provides timely, accurate and complete documentation in decontamination room of all QI logs.
• Promotes a safe "error free" working environment by consistently performing thorough infection prevention measures.
• Assumes active role in orienting, coaching and mentoring of new staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Team Member Competencies

Establishing Relationships
Builds effective networks, working relationships, and alliances to collaborate effectively within department and organization. Can relate to all kinds of people regardless of background; find topics and common interests that can be used to build rapport with others.

Peer Support
Provides guidance and feedback to help others strengthen knowledge/skills needed to accomplish tasks, solve problems, and perform effectively within the team.

Inspiring and Motivating Others
Fosters commitment and cohesiveness by facilitating cooperation and working as a team within the organization toward goal accomplishments. Work well with others, build consensus, and ensure cooperation to complete tasks and positive workflow.

Demonstrating Emotional Intelligence
Exercises self-leadership, self-awareness, and self-regulation; manages emotions so that they are expressed appropriately; leads others by showcasing adaptability, empathy, and social skills.

Acting with Integrity
Interacts with others in a way that is seen as direct and truthful; ensures confidence in individual and organizational motives and representations. Acts in a way that is consistent with personal and organizational values by keeping confidence, promises, and commitments. Clearly states goals and beliefs; informs people of their true intentions, does what they say they will do; follows through on commitments.

Being a Champion for Change and Innovation
Supports people in their efforts to try new things. Generates novel and valuable ideas and uses these ideas to suggest new or improved processes.

Communicating Effectively

Speaks and writes clearly, conveys information in a concise, organized, and logical manner. Is adept at tailoring the message to fit the interests and needs of the audience. Listens attentively and exercises tact, discretion, and diplomacy when interacting with members of the department and organization.

Physical Requirements

Hand and Wrist (Test both left and right sides)
1. Grip a dynamometer for 10 seconds with a force > 25lbs.

2. Pinch together the thumb & forefinger for 10 seconds with a force > 5 lbs.

Supported Elbows (Test both left and right sides)

1. Rotate wrist from left to right while holding 10 lb. weight.

2. Fully flex and extend elbow while holding a 10 lb. weight.

Shoulders (Test both left and right sides)

1. Sustain shoulder flexion > 135 degrees for 10 seconds while holding 10 lb. weight.

2. Sustain a shoulder shrug for 10 seconds while holding 10 lb. weight in each hand.

Legs

1. Squat and hold position for 30 seconds. Kneel on a single knee, demonstrated on both left and right knee.

Push and Pull

1.Push a stationary loaded cart with a pushing force of 40 lbs.

2. Pull a stationary loaded cart with a pulling force of 40 lbs.

Carrying,

1. Carry a 30 lb. weight for a distance of 25 feet. Floor to Table/Table to Floor (35lbs. Female - 50lbs. Male requirement)

Threshold Requirements

These threshold requirements are required and completed yearly basis,

• Annual Joint Commission mandatory education requirements, in-service and health requirements including attendance at new employee orientation,
• TB/PPD, Surveillance Program.
• Maintenance of required professional licensing and/or certification(s).