Endo Technician

Summary

This position performs tasks of varying complexity. These include : cleans, terminally disinfects / sterilizes all endoscopes and supporting equipment; maintains necessary documentation in compliance with regulatory agencies; assists the physician, anesthesiologist, and nurse in performing procedures as needed. Stocking of supply shelves; and maintaining departmental charge and tracking information.

Responsibilities

A Day in the Life of a Endo Tech / PCT at MyMichigan Health :

(60%)

• Assists the nurse and physician in the treatment room with patient care, i.e. patient positioning / support, application of monitoring devices, assisting with equipment, etc. Obtains and labels specimens.

(40%)

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Certifications and Licensures

BLS - Basic Life Support

Preferred Equivalent Experience - Required within 1 month of hire or transfer

Required Education

Requirements We Are Looking For :

Education : High School Diploma or GED

Equivalent Experience :

Other Information

Other Duties and Responsibilities :

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND SKILLS :

Interpersonal skills needed to communicate successfully with individuals and groups in the medical center, including peers, management, and customers. Knowledge of Universal Precautions and sterile techniques. Organizational skills needed to prioritize daily workload.

Concentrate and pay close attention to detail when setting up, cleaning, maintaining, and handling endoscopy equipment required. Demonstrated completion of yearly unit competency requirements.

MyMichigan Health is a technology driven organization and employees need to demonstrate competency in Microsoft® Windows.

An employee may be required to participate in further learning opportunities offered by MyMichigan Health. Medical knowledge obtained through job experience on a nursing unit or other related healthcare setting preferred.

Flexible scope reprocessing certification for full time Endoscopy Technicians preferred after 2 years of hire or transfer to position.

PHYSICAL / MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS : Exposure to stressful situations, including those involving public contact, as well as, trauma, grief and death.

Able to wear personal protective equipment that includes latex materials or appropriate substitute if required for your position.

Is able to move freely about facility with or without an assisted device and must be able to perform the functions of the job as outlined in the job description.

Overall vision and hearing is necessary with or without assisted device(s).

Frequently required to sit / stand / walk for long periods of time.

May require frequent postural changes such as stooping, kneeling or crouching. Some exposure to blood borne pathogens and other potentially infectious material.

Must follow MyMichigan Health bloodborne pathogen and TB testing as required. Ability to handle multiple tasks, get along with others, work independently, regular and predictable attendance and ability to stay awake.

Overall dexterity is required including handling, reaching, grasping, fingering and feeling.

May require repetition of these movements on a regular to frequent basis.

Physical Demand Level : Medium. Must be able to occasionally (0-33% of the workday) lift or carry 21-50 lbs., frequently 34-66% of the workday 20 lbs. and or Walk / Stand / Push / Pull of Arm / Leg controls and constantly (67-100% or the workday) 10 lbs.

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