Endoscopy Technician (CGA)

Sante Health System is looking for a full time Endoscopy Technician, to join our medical office team at California Gastroenterology Associates (CGA) in the Fresno, CA area. This position is responsible for the quality of service the physician provides to patients. The endoscopy technician utilizes a safe and secure process of disinfecting techniques, assumes responsibility for planning, implementing, direction and evaluating patient care for assigned patients in the gastroenterology/endoscopy setting. The specific patient population to whom direct care is provided includes adults and adolescents with gastrointestinal disorders/diseases.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Associates degree in Medical Assisting or Surgical Technology preferred
• Basic Life Support Certification for Healthcare Providers through the Red Cross or a similar agency required

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must be able to stand throughout procedures and visually inspect and monitor equipment. Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination. Requires standing and walking for long periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 50-100 pounds. Requires corrected vision and hearing to within normal range. Requires working under stressful conditions and occasional long hours. Requires frequent exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, medicinal preparations, and other conditions common to a physician office environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The Role of the Endo Technician includes but is not limited to:

Under direct supervision of the Physician

• Maintenance and sterilization of Endoscopy scopes.
• Attends education meets on infection control and processing of scopes.
• Clean and Sterilize Endoscopy equipment and room.
• Under direct supervision of the physician during the scoping of procedures.
• Follows ASC policy when disposing of biohazardous material labeling and handling of all materials.
• Sets up equipment.
• Restocks suites according to need.
• Efficiently turns over endoscopic exam rooms.
• Assist with basic patient care, including confirming patient appointments, providing patient education and preop screening scheduling.
• Take and assist Endoscopy related calls.
• Confirms patient name and date of birth.
• Keeps equipment operating.
• Maintains safe, secure and a healthy work environment, while following all state guidelines.
• Respectful and kind with patients and colleagues.
• Enters data in procedure software system ensuring all documentation guidelines are met.
• Comply with all facility policy and procedures.
• Forwards proper info to billing department.
• Maintain patient confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Current CPR certified.

LEAD ENDOSCOPY TECHNICIAN

• Sends scopes for repairs.
• Sends equipment for repairs.
• Order supplies.
• May assist in Weekly generator testing.
• In charge of training new tech.
• Compares prices for savings coordinating with QA.
• Orders oxygen, as needed.
• Enters procedures for MIRCAL if applicable.
• Schedules machine calibration as indicated by policy and procedure.

ABOUT SANTE HEALTH SYSTEM

Sante Health System is a Management Services Organization that serves multiple clients. "Sante" is the French word for health. Our name symbolizes our commitment to good health, progressive care, and leadership in our community.

Sante is one of the largest healthcare claims and billing management companies in Central California. The strength of Sante is the extraordinary network of physicians, health plans, and other health service providers it offers the people of our valley. Sante coordinates with physicians, health plans, hospitals, and ancillary providers to ultimately benefit the patient in a managed care environment. Sante Health System provides numerous client services such as billing, claims processing, contracting, credentialing, finance, human resources, information services, marketing/communications, physician services, practice management, provider relations, quality improvement, and utilization management.

Sante is celebrating over 25 years of service to the community. We deeply understand that we would not be successful in enhancing the quality of life of our patients without our incredible team. Therefore, we have created a work culture that is comprised of talented, driven, dedicated, innovative, and service-driven professionals. We provide competitive pay, excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401k retirement plan, paid time off, and opportunities for advancement. Being part of our team is like being part of a big family. Join our team and make Sante Health System your home away from home.

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

If you feel you are the right fit for our position, we want to meet you! Apply now with our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application! We look forward to meeting you!

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