Endoscopy Technician: Full Time, Gastroenterology Unit

jeffersonhealth; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson Health is seeking an Endoscopy Technician to support a patient- and family-centered care team in the procedural area. You will assist in diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures, anticipate needs, and help maintain safety and equipment standards.

Responsibilities include aiding the endoscopist, preparing specimens, and upholding infection control practices. On-call coverage may be required outside normal hours.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Knowledge of patient- and family-centered practice and communication.
• Cultural awareness and ability to work with diverse patients.
• Effective communication and collaboration with patients and teams.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in procedures and documentation.
• Knowledge of clinical policies, infection control, and safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with Jefferson Health values.
• Recognizes patients and families in providing safe, compassionate care respecting preferences and beliefs.
• Provides expert assistance to the endoscopist with anatomy and procedural understanding.
• Assists with endoscopic procedures, including advanced therapies.
• Assists with collection and preparation of specimens.
• Maintains and troubleshoots endoscopy equipment; complies with infection control standards; on-call may be required.

Skills

Patient-centered care

Cultural awareness

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Clinical policies and standards

Patient safety

Infection control

BLS certification

CER certification

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Endoscopy equipment

Endoscope reprocessing

Medical instruments

Job description

Number of Positions In Requisition

1

Job Details

With a commitment to patient and family centered care, the Endoscopy Technician functions as a member of the procedural area health care team. Performs specific tasks to assist the team in ways that values the uniqueness of each individual and addresses the physical, psychological, emotional, and social needs of the diversity of patients served by Jefferson Health. The Endoscopy Technician may assist in both diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures by accurately and efficiently anticipates needs of the patient and team members by applying comprehensive knowledge of standard operative procedures, equipment, anatomy and providers preferences. The Endoscopy Technician works closely with all team members during the pre-procedural, intra procedural and post procedural phased of care and serves as a technical expert in both advanced therapeutic and standard diagnostic Endoscopic procedures.

Full-Time Monday - Friday 7-3:30 on call required

Job Description

Summary

With a commitment to patient and family centered care, the Endoscopy Technician functions as a member of the procedural area health care team. Performs specific tasks to assist the team in ways that values the uniqueness of each individual and addresses the physical, psychological, emotional, and social needs of the diversity of patients served by Jefferson Health. The Endoscopy Technician may assist in both diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures by accurately and efficiently anticipates needs of the patient and team members by applying comprehensive knowledge of standard operative procedures, equipment, anatomy and providers preferences. The Endoscopy Technician works closely with all team members during the pre-procedural, intra procedural and post procedural phased of care and serves as a technical expert in both advanced therapeutic and standard diagnostic Endoscopic procedures.

Job Duties

• Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.(Do not delete, move or over-write this statement)
• Recognizes the patients, their family/designated care partner(s) in providing safe, compassionate and coordinated care based on respect for patient's personal preferences, priorities, needs, and cultural beliefs and values.
• Provides expert assistance to endoscopist with understanding of patient's anatomy and the procedure being performed
• Assists endoscopist in the performance of endoscopic procedures including advanced therapeutic procedures
• Assists with collection and preparation of specimens
• Assists with emergent procedures in the endoscopy suite, OR or ICU setting
• Responsible for set up, use, troubleshooting and maintenance of highly complex equipment
• Responsible for quality assurance guidelines in the high-level disinfection reprocessing room
• Responsible for adhering to sanitary policies and procedures and infection control guidelinesMay be required to be on call to support urgent/emergent procedures performed outside of normal business hours.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• Patient-and Family-Centered Practice- Knowledge of how to convey respect and collaborate with each patient, family and/or designated care partner in care.
• Cultural Awareness- Knowledge of people with diverse backgrounds and the ability to convey respect and connect effectively.
• Effective Communication- Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques, ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors. Uses the language of partnership with patients and families, engaging them in their health and health care.
• Accuracy and Attention to Detail Understanding of the necessity and value of accuracy and attention to detail, ability to process information with high levels of accuracy.
• Clinical Policies and Standards Knowledge of and ability to use industry standards, policies and procedures relevant to function and organization.
• Healthcare Facilities Management Knowledge of the physical environment and full spectrum of activities in developing and maintaining physical facilities.
• Patient Safety Knowledge of the risks faced by patients in a healthcare environment, and the ability to take steps to reduce these risks.
• Medical Safety Knowledge of the common types of equipment or devices used in the healthcare industry, and the ability to use these in patient care.
• BLS - Basic Life Support AHA - American Heart Association
• CER - Certified Endoscope Reprocessor - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association

Additional Qualifications

• SGNA Advanced Associates Program Certification preferred
• IAHCAMM certification perferred
• Einstein employees have 2 years from the date of hire to obtain their IAHCAMM certification specifically for GI techs
• Completion of an endoscopy certification program required within 6 months of hire except as noted