Endoscopy Technician/Peri-Operative Aide - Minneapolis, United States - UMPhysicians

Description

University of Minnesota Physicians (M Physicians) is a non-profit organization seeking driven individuals in both clinical and non-clinical areas to help transform health and medicine.

Headquartered in Minneapolis, our organization employs more than 1,200 physicians, 300 advanced practice providers and 2,200 health professionals and staff throughout Minnesota and beyond.

Join us on a mission to advance medicine.

Why M Physicians? Regardless of role, we recognize that every member of our team is vital The Endoscopy Technician/Peri-Operative Aide will complete direct patient care duties to ensure optimal patient outcomes and an exceptional patient experience during the admission and discharge process.

They will assist patients with nutrition, ambulation, clothing, and toileting before and after procedures.

They will also be under the guidance and direction of the nursing team to accomplish a variety of delegated nursing assistive tasks such as equipment and supply set-up, collection of specimens, cleaning and disinfecting of equipment and scopes, including the documentation of cleaning and disinfection processes.

Monitors patients during local procedures.

Endoscopy Technician/Perioperative Aide Overview Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Assist with preparing patients for procedures including vital signs and screening questions Transport patients within the department Obtains necessary equipment and supplies prior to the start of the procedure Uses proper aseptic technique to open sterile supplies Turns over rooms between patients/procedures Restocks supplies following standard work

Minimum Qualifications:
Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification required within three months of hire 1+ year of clinical experience in an accredited hospital or surgical center Ability to perform routine duties accurately with minimal supervision, prompt and dependable

Preferred Qualifications:
Graduate of an accredited surgical tech, endoscopy tech or instrument tech program Specialized training/education in gastroenterology Endoscopy and/or Operating Room experience and knowledge of equipment and maintenance Location: 909 Fulton St SE, Minneapolis, MN 55455 Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday through

Friday Benefits:

This is a fully benefit eligible position: Competitive wages, Healthcare (including vision & dental), 401K, parking & tuition assistance and more M Physicians offers competitive salary and excellent benefits and provides you with the opportunity to enhance your career in the exciting field of health care through rewarding and challenging assignments and the opportunities for advancement.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

UMPhysicians is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Military Friendly employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, or status as a protected veteran.