Endoscopy Technician II - Per Diem - Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, NJ

PD Endoscopy Tech 027723008107

ENDOSCOPY SUITE Job Function:

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PROVIDES ASSISTANCE TO PHYSICIANS AND NURSES DURING PROCEDURES AS REQUESTED

Assists with all types of procedures utilizing equipment, scope accessories, and therapeutic interventions. Assists with obtaining and performing biopsy specimens and polyps as directed by the physician. Able to maintain sterile field and adhere to surgical standards. Maintains and assists with appropriate rail positions, positioning and airway care. Recognizes and reports changes in patient status to RN or charge nurse. Age Specific Competencies care of pediatric patient vs. adult.

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CLEANS AND PROVIDES HIGH LEVEL DISINFECTION OF EQUIPMENT, SCOPES, AND SCOPE ACCESSORIES

Able to operate and maintain Endoscopic washers in accordance with infection control standards, scope manufacturers, and disinfectant guidelines. Documents consistently in scope diary, all the necessary data required to track and trend the pathway of an Endoscope from patient procedure through to completion of high-level disinfection. Aids in the disposition and monitoring of scope repairs as well as other electronic equipment. Makes recommendations regarding new equipment. On call scope washing requirement.

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PROVIDES CUSTOMER INTERACTIVE SKILL

Verifies patient name and procedure type. Observes universal protocol. Prepares patient for exam, while providing emotional support for patient and family. Sets patient up on physiologic monitoring. Maintains patient privacy. Introduces self as a member of the healthcare team. Supports external customers i.e.: pediatric day hospital, operating room, and lab.

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PREPARES PROCEDURE ROOMS ACCORDING TO GUIDELINES AND PROCEDURESSPECIFIED

Possesses knowledge of oxygen, suction and the appropriate hardware used during procedures. Able to assist nurse and demonstrates how to assist at emergency procedures. Restocks rooms daily and assists with restocking of bulk storage areas. Prepares room for procedures by maintaining, cleaning and disinfecting all surfaces.

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TESTS AND TROUBLESHOOTS ALL EQUIPMENT UTILIZING KNOWLEDGE AND THE OPERATION OF ALL TYPES OF EQUIPMENT, INSTRUMENTS, SCOPES AND SPECIAL HANDLING

Demonstrates excellent knowledge of scopes, equipment and systems a) Olympus b) Pentax c) EUS d) Erbe, heater probe, cautery e) Motility and PH monitoring f) Capsule g) Endoscopic washers Expert in use of systems with scopes, processors, monitors, snares, biopsy forceps and cautery. Assist physicians with all types of procedures utilizing universal precautions. Turns over procedure rooms prior to next case.

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PROVIDE EFFECTIVE ORGANIZATION OF TIME ACCORDING TO PATIENT FLOW AND UNIT NEEDS

Voluntarily seeks out duties on own. Accepts additional assignments. Observes all departmental policies and procedures. Practice and utilize the Standards of Performance set forth by AHS. Initiates work, anticipates the need to help others and offers productive solutions to problems. Participates in staff meetings.

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DEMONSTRATES AND PURSUES PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL GROWTH TOANTICIPATE WHAT IS REQUIRED OF HEALTH PROFESSIONALS IN A CHANGING WORK ENVIORNMENT

Participates in Shared Governance process. Takes responsibility for learning. Maintains and promotes competency-based performance. Attends at least 75% of all in-service education lectures and upgrades personal and professional growth. Maintains BCLS Credentials. Takes personally accountable for activities performed and care rendered to patients.

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SAFETY:

Recognizes emergency situations and reacts appropriately. Maintains a safe clean patient care environment. Demonstrates knowledge and proper administration of medication. Maintains sterile field and adheres to standards for sterile procedures, if applicable. Assists with proper collection, labeling and processing of specimens as directed by physician. Maintains all equipment as per policy and procedure and recognizes and reports any hazardous situation to supervisor. Other Tasks Which May be

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Physical Requirements:

As defined by Occupation Safety/OMS High School Diploma Required or GED. Ability to read, write and speak English. 2+ years as an ENDO technician and or central sterile reprocessing preferred BLS Basic Knowledge of Medical Terminology