Facility:

Mercy Hospital of Buffalo Shift:

Shift 1

Status:

Part Time w/

Benefits FTE:

0.600000

Bargaining Unit:

CWA Local 1133 Exempt from

Overtime:

Exempt:

No Work Schedule:

Days Hours:

8:00am-4:00pm, 9:00am-5:00pm

Summary:

The Endoscopy Technician is knowledgeable of all instrumentation and scopes used during endoscopic procedures. Is responsible for the handling and processing of instruments/scopes. Maintains general unit supplies, ensures scopes are in working order. The endoscopy Technician will assist with the set up and tear down of procedure rooms before and after cases. The Endoscopy Technician will be required to transport patients, specimens, supplies and participate in patient care as delegated by the Registered Nurse.

Responsibilities:

Educational/Experience Requirements High school graduate Current and active New York State Central Service Technician Certification, or will obtain within 18 months BLS Previous OR/endoscopy scope and equipment experience required. If no applicants have OR/endoscopy and equipment experience, the applicants meeting the following criteria will be considered next: High school graduate Current and active New York State Central Service Technician Certification, or will obtain within 18 months BLS No previous experience Knowledge, Skills and Ability Requires knowledge of decontamination procedures Ability to independently transport patients pushing wheelchairs and one additional device (oxygen, IV pump) or to push a stretcher or a bed Ability to manage own time effectively and anticipate changes in work flow Must possess patience and maturity in dealing with patients, families, as well as medical staff and other hospital personnel Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet the demands of the hospital Requires prolonged standing, walking, and close machine/instrument work, lifting, pushing, and pulling supplies or equipment Ability and willingness to perform routine repetitive tasks, pushing wheelchairs, carts, and other heavy equipment Ability to work closely with ill patients

WORKING CONDITIONS

Requires working with contaminated equipment and decontamination solutions.