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kansashealthsystem lists this GI Endoscopy Technician opportunity in olathe, Kansas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Position Title
GI Endoscopy TechnicianDays - Full TimeOlathe Medical Pavilion C
Position Summary / Career Interest:
A GI Endoscopy Technician I, an unlicensed staff member, provides direct care to patients under the supervision of an RN including obtaining vital signs, point of care testing, stocking unit supplies, and maintaining a clean functional work environment. Exhibits excellent customer service skills at all times. Demonstrates competence in the areas of critical thinking, interpersonal relationships, and technical skills related to delegated tasks. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Is self-directed and proactive in performing a variety of tasks as indicated in his/her role and as assigned based on patient care and unit needs. Will complete competencies for all diagnostic procedures and High Level Disinfection (HLD).
Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions
Anticipates and prepares by obtaining supplies and specialty equipment, and sets up under clean technique prior to start of assigned procedures
Assists physician during procedures and in cleaning procedure room after procedure
Maintains scope cleaning equipment and accessories
Maintains stock of supplies in procedure room during, between, and after procedures, and facilitates efficient turn-over of rooms to maintain room schedule
May assist with transportation of patients to ancillary departments or inpatient units as directed by licensed staff
Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and/or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department; will complete competencies for all diagnostic procedures
Performs manual cleaning and high level disinfection of scopes
Performs vital signs such as recording temperatures, pulse rate, blood pressure, applies leads, and monitors EKG and cardiac monitoring
Prepares patients for procedures according to hospital and unit protocols
Reports all observed patient concerns and changes in condition to a licensed staff member
Actual call requirements not included in Job description will be addressed in the unit policies and procedures.
Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.
Required Education and Experience
High School Graduate or GED.
Preferred Education and Experience
1 or more years Healthcare experience in a tech role
1 or more years Medical Assistant, CNA, EMT or LPN
Current or active nursing student
Experience with High Level Disfinfectants
Medical Terminology
Required Licensure and Certification
Basic Life Support Heartsaver (BLS HS) (Non-Clinical) - American Heart Association (AHA) within 14 days
Preferred Licensure and Certification
ASGE Certificate of Endoscopy Technician Training
Knowledge Requirements
Basic typing and PC/software experience.
Time Type:
Full time
Job Requisition ID:
R-57430
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Worksite address
olathe, KS, 66051, US
Who can apply
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