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Consultants In Gastroenterology lists this Endoscopy Technician - NE opportunity in columbia, South Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
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Job DetailsJob Location: SC ENDOSCOPY CENTER NE - COLUMBIA, SC 29203Position Type: Full TimeJob Shift: DayJob Category: Health CareJob Description
JOB TITLE: ENDOSCOPY TECHNICIAN
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: DIRECTOR OF NURSING
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Cooperative work attitude toward co-employees, management, patients, visitors, and physicians
2. Ability to make logical decisions and solve problems
3. Communicate clearly and proficiently
4. Ability to multi-task
5. Ability to stand for long periods and ability to walk
6. Physical strength for equipment needs and patient-care activities
7. Visual and auditory acuity for timely responsiveness and patient-care assessment activities
8. Ability to move quickly in response to patient needs
9. Ability to make frequent judgments and respond to routine problems
10. Ability to make occasional judgments and respond to disasters or emergencies, actual events, or drills
REQUIREMENTS:
1. High school diploma or GED certification
2. Good communication skills
3. CPR certification
4. Strong ethical and moral character references
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
I. Duties
Inspects and confirms that instruments work properly
Follows principles of aseptic technique and prescribed procedure room procedures
Mants availability of instruments and supplies to avoid delays
Correctly uses, cares for and cleans instruments, supplies and equipment, using high level disinfectants per policy and according to Manufacturer’s Instructions.
Handles equipment and instruments correctly to provide appropriate availability and safety
Responds in a timely manner to meet the needs of the patient and physician
Assists the physician in the procedure room according to established guidelines
Addresses patient needs during admission to the endoscopy room, with attention to requirements specific to the outpatient setting
Identifies the patient and correct procedure according to policy and procedure and communicates with all members of the medical team
Provides comfort, reassurance to patient and maintains patient’s privacy and dignity
L. Explains procedures and care to the patient
M. Provides continuity of patient care by communicating with other perioperative care personnel and documenting records accordingly
N. Performs with competence in emergency situations
O. Ability to check in patients if receptionist is absent
P. Performs specified functions to meet the requirements of each approved procedure
Q. Maintains up to date/accurate records for reprocessing equipment per regulatory guidelines
R. Participates in Quality Assurance, Performance Improvement and Infection Prevention Committee projects.
II. Job Quality Requirements
A. Accuracy
B. Attention to detail
C. Timeliness
D. Organization
E. Little supervision needed to accomplish tasks
III. Dependability
A. Attendance
B. Punctuality
C. Ability to follow instructions
D. Ability to meet deadlines
IV. Communication
A. Communicates effectively and professionally with patients, visitors, physicians, and co-workers
B. Interacts with others in a positive, respectful, and considerate manner
C. Conducts self as a positive role model and team member
D. Respects patients’ rights to privacy, dignity, and confidentiality
E. Documents completely and accurately in procedure room
V. Regulatory & Safety Compliance Abides by Accrediting Agency, CMS, OSHA and HIPAA regulationsQualificationsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Cooperative work attitude toward co-employees, management, patients, visitors, and physicians
2. Ability to make logical decisions and solve problems
3. Communicate clearly and proficiently
4. Ability to multi-task
5. Ability to stand for long periods and ability to walk
6. Physical strength for equipment needs and patient-care activities
7. Visual and auditory acuity for timely responsiveness and patient-care assessment activities
8. Ability to move quickly in response to patient needs
9. Ability to make frequent judgments and respond to routine problems
10. Ability to make occasional judgments and respond to disasters or emergencies, actual events, or drills
REQUIREMENTS:
1. High school diploma or GED certification
2. Good communication skills
3. CPR certification
4. Strong ethical and moral character references
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Worksite address
columbia, SC, 29228, US
Who can apply
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