Endoscopy Technician

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The Coral Springs Family Health and Surgery Center provides patients with convenient access to the same world-class care provided at Cleveland Clinics regional hospitals. This state-of-the-art facility specializes in primary care outpatient surgery imaging and more. As a caregiver on our team you will experience endless support and appreciation while building a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

The Endoscopy department offers upper gastrointestinal endoscopy for esophageal stomach and duodenal disorders wireless capsule endoscopy and balloon-assisted enteroscopy for intestinal disorders colonoscopy for diagnostic and therapeutic interventions for colonic disease and ERCP and endoscopic ultrasound for pancreatic and biliary disorders. As an Endoscopy Technician on the team you will perform standard endoscopic procedures with exceptional attention to detail. Our experience from treating a high number of patients leads to accurate testing and treatments that improve patients quality of life.

A caregiver in this role works days from 7:00 a.m. 3:30 p.m.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Assist the physician with all endoscopic procedures including colonoscopies esophagogastroduodenoscopies (EGD) ERCP flexible sigmoidoscopies and EUS.

• Complete all documentation logs and records.

• Assist the RN with patient care including admission of patients setting up rooms transporting patients patient recovery and final cleaning of rooms.

• Stock all rooms with equipment and supplies and maintain proper procedures for the cleaning and storage of endoscopes.

• Change chemical sterilant and clean scope washer according to policy.

• Prepare and send out scopes for repair after notifying director.

• Assist in the orientation of new personnel to all in room procedures and to the process for cleaning and disinfection of scopes.

• Perform clerical duties if needed in the absence of the scheduler.

• Transport specimens according to policy using universal precautions.

• Make pre-op calls to patients to obtain preliminary information.

• Identify opportunities for cost savings and make full use of existing resources.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• High School Diploma or GED

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross

• One year of experience in a hospital setting

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Certified Medical Assistant (CMT)

Physical Requirements:

• All employees are expected to meet the standards of performance outlined in the organizational-wide competencies listed below as applied to the position:

• World Class Service Orientation: Includes attitude behavior interpersonal skill and problem solving that enable an employee to respond to internal and external customer needs and expectations in a positive manner.

• Adaptability: Includes teamwork and flexibility needed to fulfill job responsibilities including adapting to changes in work environment and accepting supervisory feedback.

• Efficiency and Effectiveness: Includes quantity and quality of desired work as well as organization skills necessary to perform successfully.

• Essential Job Requirements: Includes adherence to all relevant policies procedures and guidelines affecting the work environment including maintenance of required competencies and communication skills.

• Supervisory Responsibilities (if applicable): Includes overall accountability for assigned work group relative to operational goals personnel requirements and budgetary constraints.

• Note: The above stated duties are intended to outline those functions typically performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This description of duties is not intended to be all-inclusive or to limit the discretionary authority of supervisors to assign other tasks of similar nature or level of responsibility.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances.

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