Endoscopy Tech Syosset, NY

Optum; Syosset (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Optum NY in Syosset, NY is seeking an Endoscopy Tech to join our clinical team. You will provide high quality patient care and support procedures.

This role offers 37.5 hours weekly with shifts 6am-3pm or 6:30am-3:30pm, and exposure to EMR systems, equipment prep, and safety checks within a clinician-led care organization.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience working with patients.
• 1+ years of experience in a medical office.
• 1+ years of experience working with medical equipment.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality patient care as part of clinical team.
• Prepare rooms and equipment before and after procedures.
• Verify equipment functioning and perform safety checks.
• Maintain disinfection of equipment.
• Collect and deliver specimens collected during procedures.
• Assist in patient intake, transport, paperwork and recordkeeping of physician observations.
• Place devices to monitor vital signs on patient.
• Distribute information regarding equipment or instruments at in-service training sessions.
• Validate and refresh basic professional skills through active participation at in-service trainings.
• Provide pre and post visit planning and patient calls.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Detail oriented

Tools

EMR

Medical equipment

Job description

Improve the lives of others while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Optum NY, is seeking an Endoscopy Tech to join our team in Syosset, NY. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.

As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you’ll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.

At Optum, you’ll have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives. We believe you deserve an exceptional career, and will empower you to live your best life at work and at home. Experience the fulfillment of advancing the health of your community with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for millions of patients across the country. Because together, we have the power to make health care better for everyone. Join us and discover how rewarding medicine can be whileCaring. Connecting. Growing together.

Hours: 37.5 hours per week. Monday-Friday 6am - 3pm or 6:30am-3:30pm

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide high quality patient care as part of clinical team
• Prepare rooms and equipment before and after procedures
• Verify equipment functioning and perform safety checks
• Maintain disinfection of equipment
• Collect and deliver specimens collected during procedures
• Assist in patient intake, transport, paperwork and recordkeeping of physician observations
• Place devices to monitor vital signs on patient
• Distribute information regarding equipment or instruments at in-service training sessions
• Validate and refresh basic professional skills through active participation at in-service trainings
• Provide pre and post visit planning and patient calls
• Perform all other duties as assigned

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Years of post-high school education can be substituted/is equivalent to years of experience.

Required Qualifications:

• 1+ years of experience working with patients
• 1+ years of experience in a medical office

1+ years of experience working with medical equipment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated familiarity with medical terminology
• Proven knowledge of EMR

Soft Skills:

• Great verbal and written communication skills
• Detail oriented
• Ability to learn and adapt

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $16.00 to $25.00 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes — an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

UnitedHealth Group is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or accommodation for any part of the application process, please call 1-866-566-8715 to be connected to Recruitment Services. Recruitment Services hours of operation are 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday.

UnitedHealth Group is a registered service mark of UnitedHealth Group, Inc. The UnitedHealth Group name with the dimensional logo, as well as the dimensional logo alone, are both service marks for the UnitedHealth Group, Inc.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.