Endoscopy Technician - Full Time Assists gastroenterologists in the performance of general GI procedures, including but not limited to Esophogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) and Colonoscopy. Assists with anesthesia personnel, registered nurses, and other professionals in the procedure or operating room, as necessary. Minimum Education Scholastic achievement equal to high school education preferred Completion of a Vocational/Specialized Training preferred Certificate requirementsBLS (AHA)SGNA Associates Program Certification preferred Minimum Work Experience Prior relevant work experience preferred Effective written and verbal communication skills Demonstrated initiative and effectiveness with interpersonal communication.
Position Essential Functions
Knowledge:
Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of gastro-endoscopic procedures and equipment.
Demonstrates an understanding of the principles of asepsis and consistently maintains aseptic technique.
Demonstrates knowledge of anatomy related to procedure.
Demonstrates knowledge of techniques used by various gastroenterologists for various procedures.
Able to assemble and trouble shoot all equipment as necessary for procedure.
Ensures all necessary equipment is in the room prior to the start of a case.
Able to safely operate all electro-surgical equipment, video equipment, disposable equipment, and re-processing equipment.
Updates and re-writes preference cards as indicated. Communicates changes/needs to staff members and Manager of Surgical Services.
Responsibilities:
Performs all responsibilities/duties required to assure that the unique nature of the client is addressed.
Demonstrates knowledge of sterilization and disinfection as evidenced by practice.
Demonstrates an understanding of procedure/operating room sanitation and assists in its maintenance.
Prepares for procedures using appropriate physician preference cards.
Handles all pathology specimens appropriately.
Accurately communicates with procedure team pertinent information pertaining to medications and specimen.
Responsible for the supplies and care of instrumentation before, during, and after endoscopy procedures.
Monitor skin integrity and communicate to RN and/or physician.
Demonstrates willingness to identify and/or assume activities relative to the developmental needs of the department.
Demonstrates dependability/flexibility in meeting scheduling needs of the department and hospital.
Accepts assignment as preceptor for new staff.
Completes work assignments on time/readily accepts assignments as observed by manager.
Reports to work on time and is at work as scheduled, as observed by manager.
Assumes other duties as required.
Benefits:
If you are scheduled to work part-time at least 20 hours per week and full-time at least 32 hours per week, you are eligible for benefits on the first day of the month following 30 days of employment.
NO STATE INCOME TAXHometown Health Medical, EyeMed Vision, Guardian Dental and Flexible Spending Account.
Vanguard 401(k) with match.
Employer paid Care Flight Membership for your household (full-time employees) (A Division of REMSA).Employer Paid Basic Life and AD&D insurance.
Unum Supplemental Insurance (Critical Illness, Accident, Short Term & Long Term Disability).Earned Time Off, Sick Leave and Paid Holidays.
Nevada 529 College Fund.
Unum Employee Assistance Program.
Employer paid Credit monitoring and Identity Theft Program through CyberScout.
Tuition Reimbursement, Clinical Ladder* & HRSA Loan Repayment Program* (*for qualifying positions).Priority Childcare Enrollment with the Boys and Girls Club of Western NV for ages 9 months+.Paid Volunteer Hours for staff to help in the community.and More...Carson Valley Health is proud to be recognized as a finalist in the"Best Places to Work" - Northern Nevada, 2021, 2022, 2024, 2025 & 2026!We look forward to welcoming you to our team!3 days per week (30 hours)/days vary Mon-Fri; 0630 to 1700
