Endoscopy Technician

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Primary Location

Rapid City, SD USA

Department

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Starting Pay Rate Range

$18.44 - $21.20

(Determined by the knowledge, skills, and experience of the applicant.)

Job Summary

Assist the Physician and RN in providing efficient, effective and safe patient care appropriate to the GI procedure, based on the Standards of Practice of SGNA, ASGE and Infection Control.

Monument Health offers competitive wages and benefits on qualifying positions. Some of those benefits can include:

*Supportive work culture

*Medical, Vision and Dental Coverage

*Retirement Plans, Health Savings Account, and Flexible Spending Account

*Instant pay is available for qualifying positions

*Paid Time Off Accrual Bank

*Opportunities for growth and advancement

*Tuition assistance/reimbursement

*Excellent pay differentials on qualifying positions (extra pay for working evening, nights or weekends)

*Flexible scheduling

Job Description

Essential Functions:

• Responsible and accountable for the cleaning, disinfection and maintenance of all equipment with safety of the patient being the number one priority according to the SGNA Standards of Practice.
• Equipment and supplies are available at all times as needed to provide safe, cost effective care for patients.
• Performs the technical procedures necessary for job responsibilities in a safe, effective and professional manner. Takes timely action and appropriately anticipates RN and Physician needs for each procedure.
• A computer inventory of all supplies is established and kept current, utilizing the Bar Coding process for Endoscopy supply areas.
• Initiates the appropriate checks when setting up equipment for GI procedure(s).
• Keeping BCLS current and be able to assist if needed in an emergency as evidenced by observation and feedback.
• Reports actual/potential problems to the appropriate individual(s) as evidenced by observation and feedback.
• Setup selected equipment and supplies for Endoscopy procedures as evidenced by observation and has basic problem-solving knowledge of all Endoscopy equipment and is able to troubleshoot during malfunction as evidenced by observation and feedback. Assists with the workflow of the unit, cleaning and restocking of procedure room after each patient, and assists with patient data records and charges.
• All other duties as assigned.

Additional Requirements

Required:
Education - High School Diploma/GED Equivalent in General Studies

Preferred:
Experience - 1+ years of Computer/Information Technology Experience
Certification - Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associations, Inc. (SGNA) Certification - Accredited University or accredited training professionals

Physical Requirements: Heavy work - exerting up to 25 pounds of force constantly (67-100% of the time), and/or up to 50 pounds frequently (34-66% of the time), and/or up to 100 pounds of force occassionally (up to 33% of the time), and or up to 100 pounds of force seldomly to move objects. Possible exposure to radiation and frequent exposure to contaminated needles and infectious body substances. Requires the ability to work designated shift lengths (including 8 and 12 hours), which may include night shifts or occasional irregular hours.

Job Category

Clinical Care

Job Family

Clinical Support

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Monument Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

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