Endoscopy Technician

Compensation: $20.
40 - $25.
50 per hour (based on years of experience): Summary: The Corvallis Clinic Surgical Center Endoscopy Technician works with the endoscopy team to treat patients with gastrointestinal problems.
Endoscopy techs will interact with patients, physicians, and nurses to perform duties and other related procedures including preparing the room and equipment, assisting with procedures and specimen collection, cleaning, and disinfection of equipment, and maintaining stock supplies.
The endoscopy tech is accountable for the quality and reliability in completing assigned tasks and in the delivery of patient care.
The endoscopy tech follows established standards and guidelines in accordance with Corvallis Clinic Surgical Center Policies and Procedures.
Principal Responsibilities: 1.
Will participate and maintain a culture within The Corvallis Clinic that is consistent with the content outlined in the Service and Behavioral Standards document.
To this end, employee will be expected to read, have familiarity, and embrace the principles contained within.
2.
Works within scope of practice to assist the RN in implementing the plan of patient care.
Assists to place patient monitoring devices including, blood pressure cuffs, surgical cautery pads, cardiac monitoring electrodes, pulse oximeter sensors, and nasal cannulas as directed.
3.
Knowledge and ability to prepare set-ups, materials, and equipment for cases as needed and assists gastroenterologists and Registered Nurses with endoscopic procedures as directed to provide efficient flow and completion of the schedule.
4.
Understands concepts of cleaning, high level disinfection, and sterilization.
5.
Follows manufacturer’s instructions for use of endoscopes, electronic imaging equipment and troubleshoots equipment to ensure proper function and maintains a safe environment for personnel and patient safety.
Notifies appropriate personal promptly of equipment problems/repair needs.
6.
Assists to place patient monitoring devices including, blood pressure cuffs, surgical cautery pads, cardiac monitoring electrodes, pulse oximeter sensors, and nasal cannulas as directed by the Registered Nurse.
7.
Assists in collection and complete labeling of specimens, documentation in specimen log.
Communicates with the lab as necessary.
8.
Validates/refreshes knowledge and skills regularly and attends/participates in assigned in-service and performance improvement opportunities.
9.
Participates in supplies ordering and storage, and resources management.
10.
Performs all additional duties as assigned.
Education, Licensure and Experience: 1.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
2.
Experience may include unencumbered license as CNA1 or CNA2; one (1) year experience as an endoscopy tech preferred.
3.
Experience in medical terminology preferred.
4.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or ability to complete BLS certification within 90 days of hire required.
Knowledge and Skills: 1.
Knowledge of technical requirements for most endoscopy procedures, time management to organize, plan, and complete work in the required timeframe.
2.
Ability to work compatibly with physicians, patients, and other staff.
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Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and cope with the hazards of a busy, fast paced work environment.
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Good verbal and written communication skills.
5.
Experience in computer applications.
Perks and Benefits: * Work-life balance is a top priority at The Corvallis Clinic * 7 holidays + 2 floating holidays = 9 Paid Holidays! Early release on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve * Generous Personal Leave Accrual * Benefits: Medical w/ HSA or HRA, Dental, Flexible Spending Acct (FSA) * Employer contribution to HSA and HRA (when enrolled in Medical Plan) * Employer paid Long Term Disability (LTD), Basic Life/ADD, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) * Voluntary Benefits (Vision, Life Insurance and ADD, Pet Insurance, Aflac, Legal Shield) * Retirement - 401k eligible and auto enrolled after 90 days, 100% vested from day 1, with clinic match after 1 year (w/hours requirement) and Discretionary Profit Share after 2 years (w/hours requirement) * Pay on Demand (up to 2x per month) * Casual Fridays (with clinic approved attire) * Year-round employee engagement events and festivities * Team centered culture, delivering exceptional medical care with compassion and a commitment to service