endoscopy technician - Keene, NH , USA, United States - Cheshire Medical Center

Description

Assists physicians during endoscopy procedures, handling specimens collected and sterilizing equipment.#Performs proper handling, cleaning, and decontamination of instruments and scopes used during GI procedures using approved infection control techniques.#Participates in weekend call rotation.# High school graduate with previous health care experience preferred.

• Maintains competency, performs tasks and assist with functions during endoscopic procedures according to prescribed standards.
• Selects routine supplies and equipment required for Endoscopic procedure; appropriately handles equipment and specimens, labeling as required.
• Assists with environmental asepsis. Maintains competency and follows all safety measures in equipment decontamination.
• Participates, as time allows, in procedure scheduling process assisting endoscopy schedulers with mailing of instructions or other letters to patients and placing reminder calls.
• Works within the structure of the Cheshire Medical Center and department policies, procedures, missions, philosophies and goals.
• Treats each patient, visitor and employee with compassion and courtesy, maintaining excellent customer relations.
• Demonstrates a positive attitude and an ability to work with others in a cooperative effort to ensure customer satisfaction and Continuous Quality Improvement.
• Complies with the department and Cheshire Medical Center Safety and infection control policies and procedures, and with relevant regulatory and legal standards.
• Participates in all meetings, in-service sessions and required self-development programs and activities.
• May be required to perform other duties of a lesser, equal or greater level of responsibility.