Senior Endoscopy Technician

Primary City/State:
San Tan Valley, Arizona

Department Name:
Endoscopy-Hosp

Work Shift:
Day

Job Category:
Clinical Care

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Baywood's Endoscopy Unit maintains 10 procedural rooms, along with utilization of the OR, as needed. The Operating Room (OR) has 10 suites. We care for a wide range of adult patients that require both elective and add-on emergent surgical procedures. We also provide surgical services to meet our level 3 trauma designation at BBMC. Our surgical service lines consist of the following specialties; heavy focus in orthopedics, general surgery and urology. We also provide services for plastics, GYN, robotics, spines, and dentistry. We staff 24 hours Monday-Friday and have a 12 hour shift on Saturday and Sunday. Staff are required to take call in addition to regular scheduled shifts to meet the demands of our patient load.

SHIFT DETAILS

Employment Type: Full-time

Hours per Week: 2-10s | 40hrs

Shift: Days, 0700-1730

Schedule: Monday and Tuesday

On Call: 4 weekdays and 1 weekend per month.

Enjoy a flat rate $1/hour weekend shift differential and an 18%-night shift differential when applicable.

Banner Ironwood Medical Center is committed to meeting the ever-changing needs of the southeast communities of metropolitan Phoenix. Our first patient tower has 47 beds, including eight LDR rooms and can accommodate up to 89 beds when fully equipped. We also feature a full service emergency department, four surgical suites and medical imaging services. With our 80-acre campus, more than 500 beds and supporting health services could be built on our site. This means an exceptional opportunity for you to establish a career where the potential for growth is limitless.

POSITION SUMMARY
This position coordinates the services of the department and assists with prescribed endoscopic procedures in accordance with department/facility policies, procedures and protocols. Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to organize and provide care appropriate to patient population.

CORE FUNCTIONS
1. Oversees the daily workflow of the technician staff. Plans ahead, makes appropriate assignments and adjustments based on procedural needs. Responsible for maintaining efficient operations within the department.

2. Participates in the interviewing, hiring, termination and performance assessment processes Assists with the orientation and the evaluation of clinical competencies.

3. Performs all duties and responsibilities of a Technician by assisting in performing endoscopic procedures in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. Demonstrates the principles of aseptic technique and universal precautions throughout the procedure.

4. Coordinates all activities related to the cleaning, disinfection, sterilization and storage of scopes and reusable devices according to departmental policies and guidelines.

5. Collaborates with various departments to assure adequate resources and the proper coordination of safe, efficient patient care management. Responsible for maintaining adequate levels of supplies. Serves as the liaison with outside vendors.

6. Assists in the development of monitoring processes and implements IOP/QA activities within the department.

7. Serves as a resource to patients, families, and other members of the health care team. Supports the operations of the department by assisting with various activities as needed.

8. This position works under direct supervision and follows pre-established procedures and protocols. Assists with the efficient operation of the department. Internal customers are patients and all levels of staff. External customers may include practicing physicians, patient families and outside vendors.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge.

Certification for BLS is requried.

This position requires clinical knowledge normally associated with 1 - 2 years of experience as an Endoscopy Technician. Must demonstrate excellent organizational, communication and human relations skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Certification preferred. Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

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