Endoscopy Technician

Job Description

Description

PeaceHealth is seeking a Endoscopy Technician for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Day position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $21.90 – $32.50. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.

This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. There may be more than one opening on this posting.

Job Summary

This position is responsible for providing direct patient care and technical support services during endoscopic procedures in working within their scope of certification and in compliance with hospital and departmental policies, procedures and guidelines.

Essential Functions

• Assist effectively and independently on all cases as assigned.

• Work collaboratively with RN, Charge Nurse, surgical techs and physicians to ensure delivery of exceptional patient care.

• Coordinate the set-up and turnover of the procedure room.

• Care for and trouble shoot equipment and accessories.

• Work with other healthcare team members to meet patient satisfaction and departmental targets.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• Accredited Program Required: Certified Nursing Assistant or

• Accredited Program Required: Medical Assistant.

Experience

• Minimum of 1 year Preferred: as a CNA in an acute care facility or as a Medical Assistant in an endoscopy unit and

• Required: Demonstrated competence in the role of assistant to nurses and physicians and

• Required: Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient’s needs

Credentials

• Required within 6 months: Certified Nurse Assistant - Oregon or

• Required within 6 months: National Certified Medical Assistant and

• Required Upon Hire: Basic Life Support

Skills

• Basic computer/keyboarding skills, including MS Office applications (Required)

• Well organized, flexible and able to function effectively and independently as assigned (Required)

Department / Location Specific Notes

Oregon West Network and Northwest Networks (including PHMG):

• Completion of CNA or Medical Assistant program preferred.
• Previous CNA or Medical Assistant experience preferred.
• Minimum of 6 months direct patient care required.
• Specialized training, education, and/or experience in endoscopic, surgical or applicable diagnostic/therapeutic procedural support including aseptic technique may be considered in lieu of other education or experience requirements listed.
• If CNA, obtaining a SGNA GI Technical Specialist certification is required within 1 year after hire date. If MA, SGNA GI Technical Specialist certification within 1 year of hire is preferred but not required.

Working Conditions

Lifting

• Patient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without the use of assistive equipment and/or devices (NIOSH).

• Fine motor skills to be able to grasp and control medical equipment and perform precise procedures.

• Ability to move around area with occasional sitting.

• Frequent reaching/ bending/ squatting/ kneeling/ grasping.

• Lift/Carry: Frequently up to 15 lbs. Occasionally up to 20 lbs.

• Push/Pull: Frequently up to 20 lbs. force. Occasional up to 30 lbs. force.

Environmental Conditions

• Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.

• Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals.

• Time spent on site in medical/hospital setting.

Mental/Visual

• Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).

• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

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For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state, or federal laws.

PeaceHealth requires a completed Primary Vaccine Series (e.g., 2 dose monovalent Pfizer, Moderna or Novavax series or 1 dose J&J vaccine series) or be Up to Date (receiving the most recent Pfizer/Moderna bivalent vaccine/booster) for COVID-19 vaccination prior to their start date. PeaceHealth has a medical and religious exemption request process for those that are unable to receive the COVID-19 primary vaccine series due to medical/religious reasons. For caregivers that will be working in Oregon there is a personal vaccine exemption form that may be requested.