Endoscopy Technician*

Memorial Physician Practices; Paris (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Physician Practices seeks a Surgical Technologist to facilitate endoscopic procedures in a supportive environment. This role requires critical thinking, proper preparation of the endoscopy suite, and collaboration with surgical teams. Qualified candidates must have a High School Diploma, complete a Surgical Technologist Program, and possess BLS certification.

Benefits

Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) Benefits

401K Benefits

Competitive Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a Surgical Technologist Program is required.
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) is mandatory.
• Must possess critical thinking skills and ability to work in a stressful environment.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates endoscopic procedures ensuring safe and efficient performance.
• Prepares Endoscopy suite and ensures equipment is in good working order.
• Assists physicians by passing scopes and supplies during procedures.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Ability to work under stress

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Surgical Technologist Program

Job description

Who We Are:

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Paris Regional Medical Center is a 154-bed general acute-care hospital with cutting edge equipment and robust service lines. Paris Regional is a Level III Trauma Facility, Accredited Chest Pain Center with Primary PCI, Advanced Primary Stroke Care certified, and our orthopedic outcomes are in the top 5% in the nation.

Where We Are:

A small town with views of a historic downtown community, Paris, Texas is the second largest Paris in the World. With something for everyone, you can picnic at the Eiffel Tower, find vintage treasures and unique boutiques downtown, experience delicious local cuisine, and explore historic venues and parks.

Why Choose Us:

Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees

Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees

Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance

Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants

And much more€¦

*PRN - Days/ with on call responsibilities

Facilitates the safe and efficient performance of endoscopic procedures.

Reports to: Director of Surgical Services

FLSA: Non-exempt

Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent Required; Surgical Technologist Program

Licenses: Surgical Tech

Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS)

Required Skills:
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Essential Functions:
Prepares Endoscopy suite with solutions, scopes, equipment and supplies. Ensures good working order of scopes and equipment. Validates that complete and current reprocessing of the scope has occurred for every procedure.

Assists with preparing, transporting, and positioning patients.

Passes scopes and supplies to assist the physician during endoscopy procedures. Continually accounts use of supplies during endoscopy procedures.

Receives and processes specimens for delivery to the laboratory.

Provides inspection, decontamination, assembly, and high level disinfection of scopes and other patient care equipment in accordance with processing guidelines, ASGE, AAMI, AORN, TJC, and OSHA requirements.

Operates departmental equipment daily according to manufacturer instructions with emphasis on safety.

Processes and documents all scopes and supplies using chemical, biological and mechanical indicators to verify sterility in accordance with manufacturer instructions and hospital policy.

Monitors and perform antimicrobial and disinfection solutions testing according to manufacturer instructions and documentation as required.

EEOC Statement:

Paris Regional Medical Center is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.