Endoscopy Technician- Full Time- Days\n
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Cayuga Health and its affiliates are the region's leading healthcare system and most trusted providers of integrated health services, empowering our people in our mission to equitably improve the well-being of the communities we serve. Our commitment to providing extraordinary healthcare begins with our team of extraordinary professionals who are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhancing access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies, and research protocols. Cayuga Health's commitment to our employees includes competitive compensation, comprehensive employee benefits programs, and the opportunity to explore and build a career in healthcare through our many professional development programs.\u202f\n

The Endoscopy Technician is responsible for the preparation of instruments, set-up of procedure with all equipment necessary to perform any endoscopy procedure, and post procedure turn-over of equipment, room, and patient care assistance. These responsibilities include set up of correct equipment, procedural assistance under the supervision of the physician, proper cleaning and maintenance of endoscopes, and assistance with care of patient. Independent judgement is exercised under the direction of a Registered Professional Nurse.\n
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Roles and Responsibilities:\n
\n\nPlanning\n\nMaintains standards for the endoscopy patient following SGNA\/ASGE and CMC standards\/recommendations\nResponds appropriately to changes in patient needs during the procedure.\nAnticipates patient needs for each procedure depending on physician preferences.\nParticipates on care and maintenance of all scopes.\nKnowledge of equipment, cost, PAR levels, expiration dates.\nAssists department in maintaining appropriate supply levels.\n\n\n\n
\n\nImplementation\n\nAdministers optimal patient care by providing physician with appropriate equipment and supplies for each procedure.\nKnowledge and ability to apply proper handling of supplies and equipment necessary for all endoscopic procedures.\nAssist the nurse with completion of procedure.\nAbility to handle any variation in the plan of care in a calm, efficient manner.\nAssist with positioning of the patient.\nHelps out on other units of the hospital as the need arises.\nMaintains patient environment by stocking rooms and\/or cleaning of equipment as assigned.\nObserves and anticipates any changes in patient needs during the procedure.\nFollows plan of care in an efficient manner under the direction of a Registered Professional Nurse.\nPlans for care directly related to each procedure.\nDemonstrates efficiency assisting with patient care such as lifting, transporting, and holding for treatment.\nCompletes a minimum of 4 hours of approved education in the field of endoscopy annually.\n\n\n\n
\n\nEvaluation\/Planning\n\nAnticipates needs for procedure.\nKnowledge of anatomy and physiology in relation to all performed procedures.\nKnowledge of role\/responsibility and expectations for procedure being done.\nParticipates with team in making sure that a Time Out was called before procedure begins.\nPlans and organizes to meet patient and unit needs within shift and beyond as necessary.\nAssist circulating nurse with surgical procedure set up.\n\n\n\n
\n\nPerformance Improvement\n\nParticipates with team in identifying specific unit problems and seeks resolution.\nCommunicates and promotes unit specific improvements.\nCompletes assignments as directed.\nParticipates in performance improvement activities.\nDemonstrates an understanding of quality data collection.\nPromotes TEAM work with all co-workers.\n\n\n\n
\n\nRisk Management\/Safety\n\nAnticipates potential and actual safety hazards and removes equipment from patient care area and initiates a computer generated work order.\nPractices universal precautions and infection control techniques in daily patient care activities.\nKnowledge of cleaning, reprocessing, and infection control for all equipment.\nMaintains a safe and clean environment for our patients, visitors, and staff.\n\n\n\n
\n\nInformation Management\n\nAccurately uses the hospital information system to enter and retrieve patient data.\nCommunicates messages promptly.\nCollaborates with Director and Team Leader on all equipment, inventory, and supply issues.\nAbility to input data into PACS.\nAssists with completing supply orders and maintaining supply levels for both store room and special order items.\n\n\n\n
\n\nJudgement\n\nAppropriately reports any incidents on the unit.\nDemonstrates positive attitude towards cross training.\nMaintains accountability for actions and following guidelines.\nTreats the people we serve as our guests.\nRespects the privacy and confidentiality of patients, visitors, and staff.\nPresent a professional image.\nUses the telephone professionally.\nListens to patients, visitors, and staff then acts promptly to address concerns.\nAnticipates what services and information people needs and takes action to provide it.\n\n\n\n
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Required Skills and Experience:\n\nEducation - High School Diploma or GED\nExperience - Preferred; Willing to Train\nLicensure - Successful completion and maintenance of the GI Technical Specialist certification through the SGNA within 6 months of starting position.\n\n
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Preferred Skills and Experience:\n\n1-2 Years Experience Preferred\nExperience in the Healthcare Fields a Plus\n\n
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Physical Requirements:\n\nGood dexterity and ability to stand in place for extended periods of time.\nAbility to lift up to 20lbs\n\n
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Location and Travel Requirements:\n\nOnsite at Cayuga Medical Center: 101 Dates Drive, Ithaca, NY 14850\nShift: Shift hours to fall between 0630 - 1800 Monday - Friday. There is a call component that goes with this position - call is rotated among staff and covers overnights, weekends and holidays.\n25% Travel can be expected in this role if coverage is needed at other locations\n\n
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Pay Range Disclosure:\n\n$20.42 - $25.23 per hour plus benefits\n\n
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Cayuga Health System and its affiliates are committed to treating all patients, providers, staff and volunteers equitably and with dignity, ensuring the highest levels of safety, care and respect, and striving to recognize and overcome biases and policies that contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care and positive health outcomes for all.\n
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We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, supporting the growth and health of our employees and community by embracing the rich diversity, needs and circumstances of all peoples and prioritizing opportunities to build a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable protected characteristics.\n
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If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact the Cayuga Health Talent Acquisition team at talentacquisition@cayugahealth.org.\n

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