Endoscopy Technician, GI Unit

Sanford Health the largest rural health system in the United States is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in Americas heartland.

Work Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Compensation:

Salary Range: $17.50 - $28.00

Union Position:

No

Department Details

Monday - Friday; 7:30 am - 6:00 pm; 8 or 10 hour shifts with a day off. Call is one day during the week and every 6th weekend once everyone is trained in. 1 hr response time for call.

We have a lot of longevity in the department with our technicians nurses and physicians. You will be well-supported and have adequate resources for training and orientation.

Summary

Supports activities in the care of the gastroenterology (GI) patients. Performs duties relative to procedures under the direct supervision of the physician and registered nurse.

Job Description

Assists in the orientation and education of personnel. Assists in the pre-procedure preparation of the patient including transporting the patient to the procedure room hooking up monitors and ensuring the patient is comfortable prior to the procedure. Responsible for the duties related to transportation of patients. Will be responsible to prepare procedure rooms assist the physician intra-procedure with biopsies polypectomies and assist with post-procedure patient care. Cleaning and turnover within the GI procedure room in a safe manner following established standards and practices. Cleans disinfects or calibrates scopes or other endoscopic instruments according to manufacturer recommendations and facility standards. Will perform various tasks related to the material/physical support of the department for example stocking procedure rooms refilling inventory within the unit routine housekeeping and supply management. May have access to medication storage areas in order to stock secured items.

Qualifications

High school diploma required.



Must obtain an Associates Program Certificate of Completion through Society of Gastrointestinal Nurses and Associates withineight months of hire. Basic Life Support (BLS) required within six months of hire. Must fulfill six Continuing Education Units (CEU) per year according to Sanford Health and unit requirements. Four of these CEUs will be GI specific.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

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