Sr. Endoscopy Technician - FT Day

Overview

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Centered in the heart of Boyle Heights, Adventist Health White Memorial is one of the area's leading healthcare providers since 1913. We are comprised of a 353-bed hospital, three medical office buildings, residency programs, comprehensive cancer care and a vast scope of services located in the Los Angeles area. In 2019, Adventist Health White Memorial was recognized with the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, the nation's highest presidential honor for performance excellence. We promote wellness in the community at the local farmers market and through our community resource center with services for seniors and Spanish-speakers. Los Angeles is known for its art, rich culture, numerous sports teams and world-renowned dining.

Job Summary

Works in the gastroenterology (GI) lab, under the direction of registered nurses. Assists gastroenterologists with various GI procedures and related work, as required. Responsible for the care of adult and geriatric patients. Works under minimal supervision. Mentors and trains staff on technical skills.

Job Requirements

Education and Work Experience:

• High School Education/GED or equivalent: Preferred
• Associates/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred
• Two years' gastroenterology/operating room experience: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications:

• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS or HS-BLS or RQIBLS) certification: Required

Facility Specific License/Certifications:

• Hospital Fire and Life Safety (HLFS): Required

Essential Functions

• Demonstrates and practices competencies related to endoscopic procedures, including disinfection, care and handling of endoscopes. Assists physicians with procedures, endoscopy room set-up and cleaning, specimen collection and supervision of sterilization processes. Maintains quality control of each sterilization and terminal cleaning process, including biological monitoring.
• Understands and practices principles of universal precautions and hazardous materials management to process equipment and supplies through decontamination. Cleans, tests, processes and stores endoscopes and other clinical equipment, according to established policies and procedures. Complies with Universal Protocol and National Patient Safety Goals. Demonstrates competence and understanding when scope washing, disinfecting, storing, quality testing and documenting.
• Transports patients between departments. Provides direct care to endoscopy patients while collaborating with registered nurses. Contributes to the organization's customer service program.
• Inventories supplies and communicates inventory needs to inventory clerks. Obtains equipment, supplies and linen for endoscopy cases, as needed.
• Collects data for performance improvement.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

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About Us

Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 440 sites of care, including 27 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of more than 38,000 includes employees, physicians, Medical Staff, and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope.

Job details

• Seniority level : Mid-Senior level
• Employment type : Full-time
• Job function : Health Care Provider
• Industries : Hospitals and Health Care

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