JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE
Responsible for assisting the physicians who are performing diagnostic or therapeutic endoscopic procedures for patients of all ages.
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
Ambulatory Surgery provides pre, intra and post op care to surgical and procedural sedation patients.
We provide service for the patient population of pediatrics, adolescents, adult and elderly patients.
We work with a variety of provider specialties in caring for people going home that day or are being admitted to the hospital.
EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Current unencumbered Oregon CNA Level 2 - Acute Care designation certification required.
Healthcare Provider BLS required.
Previous hospital experience preferred.
Endoscopy experience preferred.
Experience or training in medical terminology preferred.
Experience or training in computer applications preferred.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
Time Management: Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work to complete within required time frames and to follow-up on pending issues.
Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in dynamic fast-paced environments and under pressure.
Social Perceptiveness: Ability to work with a diverse population from pediatrics to geriatrics.
Basic understanding of age-related differences in caring for and/or communicating with patients and caregivers.
Possess personal sensitivity to the needs and experiences of others and a non-judgmental attitude towards persons of differing standards, values, lifestyles, and ages.
Communication: Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss issues.
Knowledge of the diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures performed in the facility.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Rarely
(1 - 10% of the time)
Occasionally
(11 - 33% of the time)
Frequently
(34 - 66% of the time)
Continually
(67 – 100% of the time)
WALK - INCLINE
CLIMB - STAIRS
SIT
LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 40 - 60 Lbs
CARRY 1-handed, 40 - 60 pounds
CARRY 2-handed, 20 - 40 pounds
SQUAT Repetitive
WALK - LEVEL SURFACE
LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 20 - 40 Lbs
CARRY 1-handed, 20 - 40 pounds
CARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
BEND FORWARD at waist
ROTATE TRUNK Sitting
ROTATE TRUNK Standing
REACH - Upward
REACH - Forward
PUSH (0-20 pounds force)
PULL (0-20 pounds force)
STAND
FINGER DEXTERITY
MANUAL DEXTERITY Hands/wrists
Location: Samaritan Health Services · AGH Surgery Ambulatory
Schedule: .
9 (72 hrs/pp), Day
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