Procedure Tech Endoscopy - Silver Stream - Full-Time

About Wilmington Health Since 1971, Wilmington Health has been committed to the care and health of our community in Wilmington as well as all of Southeastern North Carolina. Wilmington Health is structured as a multi-specialty medical practice with primary care providers integrated into the system. In this way, Wilmington Health is able to provide a comprehensive and coordinated approach to the care of all our patients.

Wilmington Health is committed to using collaborative, evidence-based medicine in providing the highest quality of care to the patients we serve. Purpose Responsible for the equipment and instrumentation in the endoscopy room. Responsible for assisting the physician during endoscopic procedures Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

1. Philosophy Supports the facility's ideology, mission, goals and objectives Performs in accordance with the facility's policies and procedures Follows the facility's Standards for Ethical Business Conduct Conducts oneself as a positive role model and team member Cognizant of patient's rights and responsibilities and supports them in performance of job duties Participates in facility committees, meetings, in-services, and activities
2. Communication Communicates effectively and professionally with patients, visitors, physicians, and co-workers Interactions with others are positive, respectful, and considerate Displays the ability to comprehend and interpret verbal orders and direction Displays skill in oral and written communication techniques
3. Financial Practices Utilizes facility resources appropriately avoiding wasteful practices Reports wasteful practices Analyzes work area and makes recommendations for potential cost-effective improvements
4. Compliance Program Contributes to the progress and development of the organization's adopted Compliance Program Performs according to established compliance policies and procedures
5. Performance Improvement Program Contributes to the progress and development of the organization's adopted Performance Improvement Program Performs according to established performance Improvement policies and procedures
6. Safety/Risk Management Program Adheres to safety policies and procedures in performing job duties and responsibilities Reports observed or suspected safety violations, hazards, and policy and procedure noncompliance to the Safety Officer or other designated person
7. Professional Competence Maintains professional competence by participating in continuing education and other learning experiences Contributes to growth and education of staff by sharing knowledge gained in continuing education Maintains membership in relevant professional organization Seeks new learning experiences by accepting challenging opportunities and responsibilities Open to suggestions and recommendations
8. Duties Performs specified functions to meet the requirements of each approved procedure Assembles supplies and equipment for scheduled procedures according to physicians' preference cards Inspects equipment and instruments for proper working condition Arranges equipment and instruments according to routine for given procedure Maintains availability of instruments and supplies to avoid delays Correctly utilizes, cares for instruments, supplies and equipment as directed Assists the physician during procedure according to SGNA standards Handles specimens appropriately and labels correctly Cleans equipment according to infection control guidelines and manufactures guidelines Handles equipment and instruments correctly to provide appropriate availability and safety Assists in maintaining adequate supplies in the endoscopy room for immediate access during procedure Assists in work area by cleaning and storing equipment and instruments according to manufacturer guidelines Assists in storing and stocking of supplies as directed Responds in a timely manner to meet the needs of the patient and the physician Documents patient care records and other forms according to facility policies and procedures Reprocesses Endoscopes according to IC and Manufacturers guidelines Surgical Technologist: Assists other members of the OR team in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating patient care duties. Practices aseptic technique while assisting with all surgical procedures. Ensures the readiness of the surgical suite. Maintains professional standards and accountability by participating in in-services, committees, staffing needs. Participates in performance improvement initiatives. May perform moderate or waived point of care testing per CLIA guidelines. Demonstrates standards of performance (ownership, teamwork, communication, compassion) that support patient satisfaction and principles of service excellence.

QUALIFICATIONS

Cooperative work attitude toward and with co-employees, management, patients, visitors, and physicians Ability to promote favorable facility image with physicians, patients, insurance companies, and general public Ability to make decisions and solve problems REQUIREMENTS Required High school graduate or GED Certification GI Technician experience Strong ethical and moral character references Preferred Two years previous Endoscopy Room experience Surgical Tech license/certification ASC Experience Previous medical experience ADA Physical Demands: Rarely (Less than .

5 hrs/day) Occasionally (0.6 – 2.5 hrs/day) Frequently (2.6 – 5.5 hrs/day) Continuously (5.6 – 8.0 hrs/day) Physical Demand Required? Frequency Standing Occasionally Sitting Continuously Walking Frequently Kneeling/Crouching Rarely Lifting Rarely I understand by signing this job description I am agreeing to all duties and responsibilities explained here.

If I need assistance or accommodations I understand it is my responsibility to notify Human Resources. Surgical Technician Competencies General Customer Service Professionalism/Integrity/Responsibility Teamwork/Process Focus Dependability/Punctuality Interpersonal Relationships/Communication Judgment/Decision Making/Problem Solving Quality/Quantity Initiative Safety/Housekeeping Organizational Skills/Time Management Sterile Procedures