- Assists clinical nurse with patient preparation including monitor placement, positioning, and emotional support. Maintains patient confidentiality and privacy at all times. Provides for patient comfort and skin integrity as needed.
- Assists nurse with orientation of new staff members. Completes daily evaluations in cooperation with nurse preceptor.
- Assists physician during Colonoscopy/Polypectomy procedures: Position patient left lateral. Abdominal support as needed to assist scope progression. Applying grounding pad and attaching power cord to snare under supervision of nursing staff or physician. Colon decompression: assists with placement of guide wire and decompression tube. Assembling equipment for tattooing of colonic lesions. Tissue biopsies with proper labeling of specimens. Cauterization of AVMs: equipment required and generator usage.
- Assists physician during EGD/PEG procedures:. Positions patient's head during procedure. Inserts bite block. Snaring of guide wires during PEG. Maintains knowledge of biopsy technique. Under supervision of nursing staff or physician, provides placement of grounding pad and demonstrates knowledge of generator function. Assists with Sclerotherapy by properly handling sclerosing agent and adhering to prescribed safety precautions. Assembles Esophageal Banding equipment and assists with esophageal dilatation techniques (Maloney, Savory, Balloon). Polypectomy: uses snare and cautery. Cauterization of gastric bleeding: proper grounding and use of generator.
- Assists physician during ERCP procedures: Demonstrates understanding of multiple pieces of equipment specific to diagnostic findings. Assists physician during procedures, i.e. injecting contrast dye, advancing guide wires, prepping patient for cautery, and manipulation of cut wire. Anticipates physician need and secures necessary equipment specific to task i.e. stone removal balloons; dilation balloon, cannulas, sphincterotomes, stents, stone retrieval basket/lithotripter.
- Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies, procedures, quality standards and safety standards. Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations.
- Demonstrates proper handling of tissue samples and proficiency in obtaining, labeling and documenting each sample properly.
- Enters patient data (name, social security number, DOB, procedure, date, time, physician) into GI-specific computer program. Maintains knowledge of computer shut down and future patient date procedures. Troubleshoots data errors.
- Independently prepares room for specific procedures as per schedule. This includes basic setup and specific equipment needed, such as proper scope and proper instruments and/or physician preference. Responsible for timely room turnover post procedure.
- Maintains cleanliness of washroom and restocks procedures. Under the direction of the charge nurse or designee, inventories stock and maintains par levels of supplies.
- Maintains knowledge of GI anatomy and precautions needed during insertion and advancement of scopes. Assists during emergencies such as cardiac arrest, respiratory arrest and bleeding.
- Participates in multidisciplinary quality and service improvement teams. Attends unit in-services. Successfully completes required annual education programs, mandatory competencies, CPR, etc. Participates in meetings and on committees and represents the department and hospital in community outreach efforts.
- Responsible for the care and simple maintenance of endoscopes. Demonstrates proper handling of scopes and cleaning of scopes and channels. Performs leakage testing as determined by unit protocol. Loads scopes and operates automatic scope washer as per operations manual. Adheres to unit documentation of scope number, wash load number, leakage test results and chemical testing.
- High School Diploma or GED required or
- equivalent; required and
- knowledge of GI anatomy. required
- GI technician experience preferred
- CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) certification by the Maryland Board of Nursing. required and
- CPR certification. required
- Basic computer skills.
- Verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong emphasis on teamwork - our associates feel connected to each other and our mission as an organization. In return, our effective team environment generates positive patient outcomes and high associate satisfaction ratings that exceed the national benchmark.
- Strategic focus on equity, inclusion, & diversity - we are committed to equity for all people and communities. We continue to build a diverse and inclusive workplace where people feel a sense of belonging and the ability to contribute to equitable care delivery and improved community health outcomes at all levels of the organization.
- Comprehensive total rewards package - including competitive pay, generous paid time off, great health and wellness benefits, retirement savings, education assistance, and so much more.
- More career opportunities closer to home - as the largest healthcare provider in the Baltimore-Washington, D.C. region, there are countless opportunities to grow your career and fulfill your aspirations.
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Endoscopy/Cysto Technician - Baltimore, United States - MEDSTAR HEALTH
Description
General Summary of Position
Assists physician and/or nurse during endoscopy procedures. Is responsible for maintaining endoscopes and accessories, and maintaining the general cleanliness of the entire unit.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications
Education
Experience
Licenses and Certifications
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Why MedStar Health?
At MedStar Health, we understand that our ability to treat others well begins with how we treat each other. We work hard to foster an inclusive and positive environment where our associates feel valued, connected, and empowered. We live up to this promise through:
About MedStar Health
MedStar Health is dedicated to providing the highest quality care for people in Maryland and the Washington, D.C., region, while advancing the practice of medicine through education, innovation, and research. Our team of 32,000 includes physicians, nurses, residents, fellows, and many other clinical and non-clinical associates working in a variety of settings across our health system, including 10 hospitals and more than 300 community-based locations, the largest home health provider in the region, and highly respected institutes dedicated to research and innovation. As the medical education and clinical partner of Georgetown University for more than 20 years, MedStar Health is dedicated not only to teaching the next generation of doctors, but also to the continuing education, professional development, and personal fulfillment of our whole team. Together, we use the best of our minds and the best of our hearts to serve our patients, those who care for them, and our communities. It's how we treat people.
MedStar Health is an Equal Opportunity (EO) Employer and assures equal opportunity for all applicants and employees. We hire people to work in different locations, and we comply with the federal, state and local laws governing each of those locations. MedStar Health makes all decisions regarding employment, including for example, hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, benefit eligibility, discipline, and discharge without regard to any protected status, including race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sex, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, political affiliations, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local EO laws. If you receive an offer of employment, it is MedStar Health's policy to hire its employees on an at-will basis, which means you or MedStar Health may terminate this relationship at any time, for any reason.
