What are the responsibilities and job description for the Endoscopy Technician position at Geisinger?
- Prepares patients and sets up appropriate equipment for endoscopic procedures.
- Assists the physicians and anticipates their needs to facilitate an efficient and safe procedure.
- Provides support to the patient in a service-oriented manner.
- Assists with set up monitoring devices and attaches to patients.
- Prepares, identifies, and verifies all specimens obtained during the endoscopic procedures.
- Restocks endoscopy and monitors inventory and supplies.
- Serves as preceptor for new Endoscopy personnel.
- Cleans and processes all equipment, instruments, and related items received for the Endoscopy suites according to established procedures for each category.
- Operates high-level disinfectors ensuring each cycle is correct and completed.
- Maintains extensive records for all items processed.
- Maintains compliance with safety and preventative maintenance activities for all equipment to minimize failures and unsafe conditions.
- Adheres to all policies, protocols and standards of care to include all licensing and regulatory agency requirements.
- Follows written procedures for sterilization and disinfection.
- Knows responsibilities and the necessary chemical and biological monitoring.
- Organization and management of activities reflects due consideration of the needs of the department.
- Cross trains to assist with workflow as needed.
Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.
Qualifications:
Hiring Incentive: This position qualifies for a $1,500 recruitment sign-on bonus paid over one year. Certain stipulations do apply.
Hours: Rotating
Travel: None
On Call: Limited weekends and Holidays
Geisinger cares about not only its patients and members but also about you and your family. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package to ensure that you and your loved ones can maintain good health, achieve financial stability, and excel both personally and professionally. We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive environment where all employees can be their authentic selves. To learn more: https://jobs.geisinger.org/diversity
Benefits of working at Geisinger:
Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day one
Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents
Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA)
Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly
Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive
Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care. Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more.
Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance.
