GI Endoscopy Instrument Tech (Independent Role)

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Temple (TX); Presencial; USD 50.000 - 66.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Parental Leave

Child Care Subsidy

Traditional federal pension

Federal health/vision/dental/term life

Descripción de la vacante

Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs, seeks a Medical Instrument Technician (MIT) for the Gastroenterology (GI) Endoscopy Team in Temple, TX. The MIT assists physicians, RNs, and team members during diagnostic endoscopy examinations and related treatments, handling instruments, supplies, and complex GI equipment.

The role involves setting up and operating endoscopy equipment, maintaining sterile technique, and ensuring safety.

Formación

• Education recognized by the U.S. Department of Education for federal employment.
• If using foreign education, you must provide a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript.

Responsabilidades

• Functions independently on all GI Endoscopy procedures, handling instruments, supplies and equipment during procedures such as Colonoscopy, EGD, EUS, ERCP, and other complex GI procedures.
• Assist with GI endoscopy procedures and manage supplies and equipment; communicate technical data to RN and physician.
• Assist gastroenterologist by obtaining specimens, cytology, injecting contrast solutions, dye, and suctioning; prepare procedure room.
• Set up and ensure proper functioning of equipment prior to procedures and maintain sterile technique; observe and correct safety hazards.
• Identify and implement input into new GI Endoscopy policies; work with SPS staff and seniors to set up equipment for new procedures.
• Participate in competency education and cost containment/risk management programs; promote patient and staff safety.
• Take responsibility for unit preventive maintenance; document patient care and responses.
• Coordinate patient calls for appointment confirmation, bowel preparation, and post-procedure instructions.

Educación

Education recognized by the U.S. Department of Education

Descripción del empleo

Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs, seeks a Medical Instrument Technician (MIT) for the Gastroenterology (GI) Endoscopy Team in Temple, TX. The MIT assists physicians, RNs, and team members during diagnostic endoscopy examinations and related treatments, handling instruments, supplies, and complex GI equipment.

The role involves setting up and operating endoscopy equipment, maintaining sterile technique, and ensuring safety.