GI Procedure Technician – Old Irving Park Endoscopy, Full-Time, Days
- Chicago, IL
- Permanent
- Full-time
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- Healthcare Professionals/Techs, Chicago, Illinois, United States
- Career Areas
- Growth and Expansion
- $10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part-time)
- $10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part-time)
- $1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part-time)
- $250 Wellbeing Fund per year ($125 for part-time)
- Matching 401(k)
- Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage
- Life insurance
- Annual Employee Salary Increase and Incentive Bonus
- Paid time off and Holiday pay
- Cares for the patient throughout the treatment/procedure according to department and hospital standards of nursing care, age-specific sensitivities, and “patients' first” guidelines.
- Provides systems support by preparing procedure rooms for patients prior to their arrival in the department and work area
- Assists in preparing patient for exam/procedure (department specific)
- Participates in lifting and escorting patient throughout the department prior to and after the procedure.
- Utilizes initiative, strives to maintain steady level of productivity.
- Assists in the discharge of patients as needed.
- Assists the physician and nurse during procedures as necessary with collecting specimens,
- Prepares all necessary paperwork and information so treatment/procedure may be performed.
- Assists in clarification of patient demographic information
- Verifies patient information for accuracy and completeness
- Monitors schedule to ensure effective patient flow throughout the diagnostic areas.
- Identifies and obtains paperwork required to start exam
- Handles and maintains department equipment and supplies to ensure effective operational flow throughout the department.
- Cleans and disinfects Endoscopic equipment according to protocol.
- Cleans and disinfects/sterilizes accessories used throughout the department.
- Reports equipment malfunctions to the appropriate supervisor(s).
- Recognizes and reports problems to appropriate supervisor(s).
- Monitors stock of supplies in procedure/recovery rooms to assure their regular availability by timely reordering, rotation of dated items, and by maintenance of a clean and orderly environment.
- Participates in the continuous quality improvement activities regarding endoscopes.
- Demonstrates knowledge/awareness of Infection Control's role in a hospital setting.
- AA/EOE.
- Able to use necessary departmental/hospital software applications.
- Uses designated equipment effectively, skillfully and efficiently.
- Maintains equipment and work area as directed.
- Restocks linen in recovery room, changing rooms, cleans and changes linen on patient carts and disposes of soiled linen when needed.
- Follows policies and procedures to contribute to the efficiency of department.
- Organizes and prioritizes assigned work, and schedules time to accommodate work demands, turnaround-time and commitments.
- Applies comfort measures and safety measures (side rails, call lights)
- Provides clerical/technical support as needed and as assigned by Manager.
- May be responsible for defined administrative/clerical duties to ensure patient throughput and report turnaround.
- Assists the physician during endoscopy procedures
- Follows directions of nurse to assist in performing exam/procedure on patients
- Following orientation and depending on your department, procedure technicians must have the ability to provide on-call coverage for endoscopy procedures and respond to be on duty within 30 or 60 minutes, depending on your specific department.
- Performs services requiring technical and manual skills under the direction of a physician and/or nurse.
- Demonstrates knowledge of endotherapy supplies and equipment.
- Demonstrates support and awareness of daily schedule by expediting on time starts and efficient turnover between procedures.
- Maintains competencies in the reprocessing of endoscopes and operating the scope washers.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- BLS through American Heart Association.
- Ability to communicate clearly and medical-professionally both verbally and written with physician, nurse, and patient.
- Strong problem solving and organizational skills
- Able to push, pull and lift 50 lbs.
- Computer skills
- Epic software experience.
- Previous experience in a patient care environment
- 1 to 2 years of specialized or technical training, or equivalent.
- Bilingual language skills
- Completion of an accredited CNA program and listed on the state of Illinois CNA Registry or Certified Medical Assistant with AAMA or AMT certification.
- Completed course with SGNA Associates Program - part I.
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences