Endoscopy Technician

UNAVAILABLE; Midway Park (NY); On-site; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

GHMC Main Campus is seeking an Endoscopy Technician to perform patient care tasks under the direction of a Registered Nurse and maintain a safe, efficient Endoscopy unit. You will help with daily care plans, assist with procedures, and support equipment cleaning and maintenance.

The role is regular part-time (0.6 FTE) with days 8-hour shifts beginning between 6am-7am and on-call as needed. Prior CNA/NA or medical assistant training plus BLS is preferred; ability to stand long hours and lift up

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of a recognized Nursing assistant (NA), CNA or Medical Assistant program required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform assigned patient care tasks under RN supervision.
• Maintain a safe patient area and assist with daily care plan.
• Assist with endoscopy procedures and preparation.
• Clean and maintain endoscopy equipment; support unit operations.

Skills

Patient care

Teamwork

Medical terminology

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

CNA/NA or Medical Assistant program

Job description

Posting Job Title

Endoscopy Technician

Responsibilities

The Endoscopy Technician performs assigned patient care tasks and other related unit duties defined and delegated under the direction of a Registered Professional Nurse and maintains a safe patient area to deliver quality and efficient health care. The Endoscopy Technician participates in the daily plan of care for the patients in accordance with established policies and procedures. Functions as a team member in the Endoscopy Department and performs a variety of duties related to Endoscopy Patients and the daily operations of the unit, to include cleaning and maintenance of equipment, preparation and assisting with procedures.

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

High School diploma or equivalent requiredSuccessful completion of a recognized Nursing assistant (NA), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Medical assistant Program required.Knowledge of medical terminology preferred

Minimum Experience:

One (1) year experience in a healthcare facility working in a clinical area requiredOne (1) year of prior Endoscopy Technician or Central Sterile experience within the last two (2) years preferred.

Required Certification/Registration:

Basic Life Support (BLS) requiredCER or CFER certifications preferred. If not certified upon hire must obtain CER or CFER certification within two (2) years from date of hire.

Physical Requirements:

Prolonged, extensive, or considerable standing/walking. Lifts, positions, pushes and/or transfers patients. Considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching.

Working Conditions:

Environmental Demands and Exposure to Hazards: Works in a clean, well-lighted, heated or ventilated facility. No routine exposure to hazards.Physical Demands: Demonstrates physical and functional ability to perform full anatomical range of motion to accomplish tasks. Evidence of visual and aural acuity and finger and hand dexterity to operate computer and office equipment. Can withstand long periods of sitting, standing and/or constant walking. Ability to lift 10 lbs.Mental Demands: Ability to foster collaborative relationships, to work well under pressure, to organize and synthesize new information, and prioritize tasks. Possesses critical thinking, analytical skills and flexibility. Ability to multi-task. Required detailed attention to work in an environment where interruptions cannot be controlled. Demonstrates sensitivity to customer needs and expectations. May be subject to irregular hours including evenings or potentially weekends to participate in operational and community events as necessary.

Normal Working Schedule

Days (8hrs with flex start between 6a-7a). On-call required

Physical Location

GHMC MAIN CAMPUS

FTE

0.6

Type of Position

Regular Part-Time