Endoscopy Tech - Variable Full Time - First Shift - Horizon West

Orlando Health, Inc.; Florida; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Orlando Health, Inc. seeks an Advanced Endoscopy Technician to perform and support advanced interventional GI procedures and ensure instrumentation readiness before, during, and after endoscopy.

You will work with physicians, RNs, and the Endoscopy Team, provide staff training, assist with fluoroscopy, scope handling, and specimen labeling, and maintain equipment according to policy. Candidates should have endoscopy experience, BLS certification, and relevant gastroenterology credentials; the

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Certification in BLS/Healthcare Provider required.
• Three years of endoscopy experience for certified team members or five years for non-certified team members.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates and oversees staff training in advanced endoscopic procedures and scope handling.
• Assists with advanced endoscopic interventions and fluoroscopy image capture.
• Maintains and reprocesses endoscopic equipment and supplies according to policy.
• Precepts new endoscopy technicians and supports multidisciplinary team procedures.
• Ensures proper specimen labeling and transport to the appropriate department.

Skills

Endoscopy knowledge

Fluoroscopy operation

Staff training

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

BLS/Healthcare Provider certification

Tools

EUS machine

Endoscopy processors

ERBE equipment

Fluoroscopy equipment

Job description

Position Summary

Company is committed to diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer including veterans and people with disabilities.

A Brief Overview

The Advanced Endoscopy Technician possesses advanced knowledge and skills necessary to perform advanced interventional endoscopic procedures that support and assist the work of the physician, RN and Endoscopy Team. Responsible for the care of instrumentation before, during and after endoscopy procedures.

What you will do

Utilizes knowledge of the anatomy, physiology and pathology of the organs related to the GI tract. Demonstrates a variety of advanced technical procedural skills including EUS machine, Endoscopy processors, ERBE , placement of esophageal, duodenal and colonic stents, Electrohydraulic lithotripsy, cyst gastrostomies, pancreatic necrosectomies, single balloon enteroscopy, radio-frequency ablation, and knowledge in the use of omega medical imaging equipment

• Facilitates and provides staff training and education in assisting with advanced endoscopic procedure as well as oversight of scope handling, preparation and care of the scopes.
• Demonstrates advanced knowledge in interventions used during endoscopy including wire manipulations, clips, assisting in performing of cyst gastrostomy and combined EUS/ERCP procedures.
• Assists the physician with capturing of fluoroscopic images and image transfers as well as trouble shooting of equipment and tools, utilizing proficiencies in the use of fluoroscopy equipment.
• Assists physician in multidisciplinary OR procedures in collaboration with other multidisciplinary teams
• Labels and sends specimens to proper department/location for analysis.
• Communicates appropriate information regarding patient status, technical equipment, or unit concerns to necessary healthcare workers.
• Prepares procedure area and equipment for procedure.
• Maintains, cleans, and stores endoscopic equipment and supplies.
• Reprocesses Flexible Endoscopes according to policy.
• Precepts new endoscopy technicians.
• Transports and delivers items, equipment, and medications (excluding controlled substances and IV chemotherapy drugs) throughout the facility.
• Labels and sends specimens to proper department/location for analysis.
• May have limited access to areas storing medications.
• Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Completes all Orlando Health mandatory education.
• Attends department staff meetings as required.
• Assumes the responsibility for professional development and continuing education.
• Participates in nursing Environments of Care activities as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Certified team members must have three (3) years of endoscopy experience.
• Non-certified team member must have five (5) years of endoscopy experience.
• Maintains current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification.
• Must meet one of the following: * The Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associate Program with the designation of Gastroenterology Technician Specialist (GTS), or * Certification Board of Sterile Processing (CBSPD) Flexible Scope Certification. * Two (2) additional years of endoscopy experience

Our people are passionate about what they do, the product they sell, and the customers they serve. If you're looking for an opportunity to be a part of a work family that values collaboration, innovation and dedication, we're the right company for you.

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