What are the responsibilities and job description for the Endoscopy Technician position at Cleveland Clinic?

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Job Title

Endoscopy Technician

Location

Weston

Facility

CC Florida Hospital Weston

Department

Endoscopy-Weston Hospital

Job Code

000920

Shift

Days

Schedule

7 : 00am-5 : 30pm

Job Summary

Job Details

Endoscopy Technician

Join Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital's team of caregivers that remain on the leading edge of technology and education all while consistently providing patient-centered healthcare. As part of Cleveland Clinic's Florida region, Weston Hospital is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale metro area and Florida. Here, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

Endoscopy is a minimally invasive procedure used to help physicians more thoroughly explore internal areas of the body, such as the colon, esophagus and small bowel.

A caregiver in this position works 7 : 00am - 5 : 30pm.

A caregiver who excels in this role will :

Assist physicians with all endoscopic procedures, including colonoscopies, esophagogastroduodenoscopies (EGD), ERCP, flexible sigmoidoscopies, and EUS.
Ensure proper cleaning and maintenance of all endoscopes and completion of all documentation logs and records.
Assist the RN with patient care, including admission of patients, setting up rooms, transporting patients, patient recovery and final cleaning of rooms.
Assist nurses and physicians in all aspects of GI procedures. This includes assisting with stocking rooms with equipment and supplies and maintaining proper procedures for cleaning and storing endoscopes.
Change chemical sterilants and clean scope washers.
Assess endoscopes daily, report any damage to the director and prepare and send out scopes for repair.
Transport specimens.
Make pre-op calls to patient to obtain preliminary information

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include :

High school diploma or GED.

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA).

One year of experience in a hospital setting.

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include :

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Certified Medical Assistant (CMT).

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Physical Requirements :

All employees are expected to meet the standards of performance outlined in the organizational-wide competencies listed below as applied to the position :

World Class Service Orientation : Includes attitude, behavior, interpersonal skill, and problem solving that enable an employee to respond to internal and external customer needs and expectations in a positive manner.

Adaptability : Includes teamwork and flexibility needed to fulfill job responsibilities including adapting to changes in work environment and accepting supervisory feedback.

Efficiency and Effectiveness : Includes quantity and quality of desired work, as well as organization skills necessary to perform successfully.

Essential Job Requirements : Includes adherence to all relevant policies, procedures, and guidelines affecting the work environment, including maintenance of required competencies and communication skills.

Supervisory Responsibilities (if applicable) : Includes overall accountability for assigned work group relative to operational goals, personnel requirements, and budgetary constraints.

Note : The above stated duties are intended to outline those functions typically performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This description of duties is not intended to be all-inclusive or to limit the discretionary authority of supervisors to assign other tasks of similar nature or level of responsibility.

Personal Protective Equipment :

Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our tobacco free and drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substance and nicotine. All offers of employment are follwed by testing for controlled substances and nicotine. All new caregivers must clear a nicotine test within their 90-day new hire period. Candidates for employment who are impacted by Cleveland Clinic Health System's Smoking Policy will be permitted to reapply for open positions after one year.

Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.

Decisions concerning employment, transfers and promotions are made upon the basis of the best qualified candidate without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran or any other characteristic protected by law. Information provided on this application may be shared with any Cleveland Clinic Health System facility.

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Cleveland Clinic Health System is pleased to be an equal employment employer : Women / Minorities / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

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