Job Description

PURPOSE OF JOB :

The duties and responsibilities of this position involve assisting RN's and physicians with

Procedures. It also is responsible stocking supplies, performing routine cleaning and

Maintaining departmental scopes and equipment necessary for patient care in the Endoscopy

suite.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

Assists with selected therapeutic interventions and diagnostic procedures according to department standards.
Assesses, plans, and implements under the direction of an RN, patient care according

to unit and hospital standards

Demonstrates knowledge and technical skills in decontamination and processing of

endoscopy specialty equipment, instruments functions and special handling.

Promotes patient safety through adherence to protocols, policies, procedures, evidence-based guidelines and Joint Commission National Patient Safety Goals.
Actively participates in and supports departmental and organizational quality initiatives and goals.

Job Qualifications

V. QUALIFICATIONS :

Education : High school diploma or equivalent. Completion of nursing assistant/medical technician/PCT program preferred.

If Hired Or Transferred Into Position After 12/28/20, Must Pass An Accredited Program Through National Commission For Certifying Agency, Which Is Administered By One Of The Following Agencies And Must Maintain Or Obtain (within 18 Months Of Hire)

Certified Endoscope Reprocessor - HSPA (IAHCSMM)

OR

Certified Flexible Endoscope Reprocessor - CBSPD

Experience : One year clinical related experience preferred, (i.e., nursing assistant, medical technician, PCT). Endoscopy experience and/or respiratory experience preferred.

Job Knowledge : Must have sufficient understanding of medical terminology and anatomy and physiology as well as familiarity with basic clinical skills, ability to acquire and maintain technical skills, ability to maintain endoscopes and other equipment. Must have sufficient knowledge and skills to operate the hospital information system and computer systems.
Other Skills:
Interpersonal Skills
Ability to work in a group and independently
Computer skills
CPR

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