Healthcare & Medical

Travel Endoscopy Technician - $2,362 per week

Kern Medical - 1700 Mount Vernon Ave.

California, Bakersfield · Bakersfield · United States

    Certification Details
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
    Job Details
  • The Endoscopy technician assists with delegated tasks of direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of an RN and/or physicians in Endoscopy Department.
  • Responsible for assisting with the assessment of patient needs and following through with the designated plan of action.
  • Care, handling, reprocessing and storage of endoscopy procedural equipment.
  • Safe and efficient turnover of the procedure rooms.
  • Assists with other minor procedures within the unit, as assigned.
  • Assists with clinical patient care related to ensuring optimal delivery of care under direct supervision of licensed nurses and physicians.
  • Sets up, maintains and protects the sterile field.
  • Assists with preparation, set up, assists provider, and performs cleanup post procedures of minor procedures as assigned.
  • Ensures only necessary equipment remains in patient areas/hallway/storage room, and procedure rooms.
  • Ensures full and correct preparation for all procedures (equipment and supplies).
  • Complies with correct use of appropriate PPE (gowns, gloves, masks, eye shields).
  • Gathers, checks, and opens all needed sterile and clean supplies for procedures.
  • Participates in pre-procedure Time Out process.
  • Follows correct room equipment cleaning processes post procedure.
  • Stocks procedure room supplies per unit routine.
  • Restocks department and procedure room equipment and supplies as needed.
  • Orders department supplies as assigned to maintain adequate supply stock on hand.
  • Checks for adequate linen supply daily.
  • Troubleshoots malfunctioning equipment as needed and follows up with biomedical department for assistance.
  • Performs surgical counts in compliance with department policy.
  • Assists with development of department supply PAR levels.
  • Assists RN with transfer of patients to endoscopy procedure room and recovery area as assigned.
  • Assists RN with positioning of patients using appropriate equipment in procedural room.
  • Assists endoscopy staff as needed within scope of practice.
  • Disposes of all sharps appropriately.
  • Performs correct specimen handling processes.
  • Notifies charge nurse of issues or concerns.
  • Adheres to appropriate infection prevention practices.
  • Performs and maintains correct hand hygiene practices.
  • Adheres to correct surgical attire requirements.
  • Other tasks as assigned.
    Job Requirements
  • One (1) year of experience as a GI Technician required.
  • Previous experience as Anesthesia Technician, Patient Care Technician, Perioperative Associate, Sterile Processing Technician, GI Technician, Medical Assistant, or Certified Nursing Aide in acute care or surgical setting required.
  • Possession and maintenance of current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) card required.
  • High school graduate or G.E.D. required.
  • Certification as an Endoscopy Technician from the GI/Endoscopy SGNA Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates preferred.
  • Must demonstrate understanding and knowledge of clinical procedures performed, sterile techniques, and infection prevention practices.
  • Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with staff, physicians, and ancillary personnel.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Ability to manage conflict appropriately and work as a team.
  • Compliance with Kern Medical policies, procedures and code of conduct.
  • Demonstrate positive attitude, ability to follow verbal and written instructions, and follow through on work-related commitments.
  • Ability to learn GI standards quickly.
    Schedule Information
  • 8 hour shift: Days Monday through Friday (9:00 AM to 5:30 PM).
  • Call required on weekends and weekdays (4:30 PM to 11:00 PM) rotating with all staff.
    Unit Specific Information
  • Endoscopy Department.
  • Involves handling and reprocessing of endoscopy procedural equipment.
  • Involves assisting with minor procedures within the unit.
  • Requires knowledge of sterile techniques and infection prevention practices.
  • Involves participation in pre-procedure Time Out process.
  • Involves surgical counts in compliance with department policy.
  • Involves specimen handling and patient transfer and positioning within the procedural room.
    Additional Details
  • Must demonstrate understanding and knowledge of clinical procedures, sterile techniques, and infection prevention practices.
  • Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with staff, physicians, and ancillary personnel.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Ability to manage conflict appropriately and work as a team.
  • Compliance with Kern Medical policies, procedures and code of conduct.
  • Demonstrate positive attitude, ability to follow verbal and written instructions, and follow through on work-related commitments.
  • Ability to learn GI standards quickly.

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