Digestive Health Centers(DHC)is the collective name for five independentendoscopy centers serving the North Texascommunity. With locations throughout theDFWMetroplex we are able to provide highquality patientcentriccare in a comfortable and convenient environment. This is level of service is something that everyone looks for during a colonoscopy or endoscopy.
As an Endoscopy/GI Tech at Digestive Health Centers(DHC) you will utilize your skills and expertise to provide care to patients. You will demonstrate proficiency in the endoscopic procedure space.
The primary role is to work scope room cleaning scopes processing scopes setting up and breaking down the room processing specimens on manifest. Helping with stocking and deliveries of department supplies including specialty supplies.
Benefits:
To ensure we retain and invest in great people AMSURG provides its employees with the benefits recognition training and opportunities needed for professional growth. Our wide range of health and welfare benefits allow you to choose the right coverage for you and your family. AMSURG offers a variety of health and welfare benefit options to help protect your health and promote your wellbeing. Benefits offered include but are not limited to: Paid Time Off Medical Dental Vision Life Disability Healthcare FSA Dependent Care FSA Limited Healthcare FSA FSAs for Transportation and Parking & HSAs and a matching 401(K) Plan.
Paid Time Off:
AMSURG offers paid time off 8 observed holidays and paid family leave. You accrue Paid Time Off (PTO) each pay period and depending on your position and can earn a minimum of 20 days and up to 25 days per calendar year.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Responsible for rendering professional care to patients undergoing surgical procedures within the Center in
accordance with established procedures. Functions cooperatively with physicians and team members exhibiting
teamwork characteristics. May be responsible for ensuring proper care and use of instruments and equipment.
May transport patients to and from procedure room. Assists with cleanliness of procedure room area and
assists with room turnover.
QUALIFICATIONS:
High school Diploma or equivalent
BLS certification
One (1) year experience as a endoscopy technologist (preferred)
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assists physician during endoscopy procedure if needed
Handles patient specimens per policy
Accurately completes laboratory slips and culture/path slips as requested
Reports observed changes in patient condition to Endoscopy/Recovery Room nurse (if applicable)
After the procedure restocks supplies as appropriate for the next procedure or end of the day
Works collaboratively with the healthcare team to prepare the endoscopy suite according to requirements of
patient physician and procedure but not be limited to assembling and providing properly functioning
equipment supplies and instruments
Works collaboratively with the endoscopy team to assure high level disinfection and/or sterility of instruments
and supplies according to policy and procedure
Follows manufacturers instructions for use for all steps of cleaning high level disinfection or sterilization for
instruments and/or equipment
Following manufacturers instructions and centers policy and procedures appropriately cleans endoscopy suite
between cases and daily terminal cleaning
Assists with maintaining adequate inventory of supplies
Proactively participates in QAPI and Safety Programs
Demonstrates knowledge of and adheres to the Code of Conduct
Complies with center policies and procedures
Demonstrates an attitude that is caring respectful sensitive tactful compassionate empathetic and tolerant
Provides a safe environment for the patient
Communicates safety concerns appropriately following Chain of Command
Legibly documents when necessary in the performance of job
Promotes patient and physician satisfaction
Practices appropriate aseptic techniques and sterile processes as appropriate to the endoscopy suite
Wears appropriate Personal Protected Equipment (PPE)
Observes universal precautions
Refers situations beyond ability or function to proper person
Regular and predictable attendance
Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned
Attends all required education
We do not discriminate in practices or employment opportunities on the basis of an individuals race color national or ethnic origin religion age sex gender sexual orientation marital status veteran status disability or any other prohibited category set forth in federal or state regulations.
We are an equal opportunity employer.
Required Experience:
IC