Endoscopy Technician - Endo/GI Center
Company: Cambridge Health Alliance
Location: Somerville
Posted on: November 19, 2023
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Job Description:
Location: CHA Somerville Campus Work Days: Variable Category:
Clinical Support Department: CHA GI Center Somerville Campus Job
Type: Full time Work Shift: Day Hours/Week: 40.00 Union: Yes Union
Name: SH Laborers 381The ENDO/GI Center at Somerville Hospital
helps patients with a variety of digestive disorders. It includes a
state-of-the-art endoscopy suite with four procedure rooms. Some of
the procedures we perform include the following: Colonoscopy, Upper
Endoscopy, ERCP, 24 hour PH Monitoring, Capsule Endoscopy,
Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS) and Esophageal Motility.Job
Duties/Responsibilities:The main purpose of the Endoscopy
Technician is to provide quality patient care according to
Cambridge Health Alliance and the Society of Gastroenterology
Nurses and Associates standards of nursing practice and the
Endoscopy Technician role expectations. The role of the Endoscopy
Technician is to assist the gastroenterologist and Endo/GI nurse
through preparation and assistance with GI procedures. Clinical
leadership at Cambridge Health Alliance is manifested by personal
commitment, accountability, and initiative in clinical practice.
Patients are our priority. The Endoscopy Technician assists
patients to reach their health care goals.Job functions include but
are not limited to: -Daily testing of glucometer Set-up of
procedure rooms with appropriate equipment and supplies Enters
procedural data into ProVation Adheres to high level disinfecting
standards for reprocessing endoscopes Follows manufacturer's
guidelines when using Automated Endoscope Re-processor. Assists
provider with endoscopy procedures Stocks rooms Performs unit
specific quality testing 18. Performs other related duties as
assigned or directed.Ability to manage high volumes of patients in
a short span of time, while dealing with unpredictable issues.
Personal flexibility to perform in an ever-changing work
environment with frequent interruptions.
Ability to prioritize competing responsibilities while under
pressure.
Ability to communicate and interact effectively with patients,
coworkers other practice customers. Fast paced multilingual setting
with rapid patient turnover. High patient traffic.
Education/Training: -High School Diploma require or equivalent
required. Associates degree in Health Care preferred
Certifications: American Heart Association BLS certificate
required
Completion of SGNA Associates Program within six months for current
or new hires Completion of Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and
Associates (SGNA) Program within six months for current or new
hires
Work Experience: Minimum 1 year current GI, surgical technician,
and/or Endo care experience required.
Works variable start times and shift lengths. On-call required.
In keeping with federal, state and local laws, Cambridge Health
Alliance (CHA) policy forbids employees and associates to
discriminate against anyone based on race, religion, color, gender,
age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender
identity, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic
protected by law. We are committed to establishing and maintaining
a workplace free of discrimination. We are fully committed to equal
employment opportunity. We will not tolerate unlawful
discrimination in the recruitment, hiring, termination, promotion,
salary treatment or any other condition of employment or career
development. Furthermore, we will not tolerate the use of
discriminatory slurs, or other remarks, jokes or conduct, that in
the judgment of CHA, encourage or permit an offensive or hostile
work environment.
Cambridge Health Alliance brings Care to the People - including
your neighbors, friends and family. Our local hospitals and care
centers serve our vibrant, diverse communities, and play an
integral role in improving health. As passionate advocates for the
underserved, we actively partner with our communities to take on
challenging public health issues, and conduct important research to
help reduce barriers to care. We believe that everyone deserves
access to high quality, convenient health care. This is why our
employees believe in where they work and why many build long,
rewarding careers at CHA.
Healthcare is changing rapidly. CHA has a strategic plan that
charts a proactive course for our future. It is built on a vision
of equity and excellence for everyone, every time. It also
recognizes that our workforce is our most valuable asset and
prioritizes competitive salaries, benefits and professional
development opportunities for employees. The strategic plan is
changing the way we provide care and improving the health and
experience of our patients; we are looking for smart, committed,
compassionate people who want to be part of making our vision of
better health and equity a reality.
At CHA, you can believe in where you work and go home every day
knowing you made a difference. Join our team and help us bring Care
to the People.
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