Endoscopy Tech Full-time Days

2 weeks ago

McHenry, Illinois, United States Northwestern Memorial Healthcare Full time

Location McHenry, Illinois
Business Unit McHenry Hospital
Job REQID 137190
Job Function Patient Support
Shift Day Job (1st)

Benefits

$10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part-time)
$10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part-time)
$1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part-time)
$250 Wellbeing Fund per year($125 for part-time)
Matching 401(k)
Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage
Life insurance
Annual Employee Salary Increase and Incentive Bonus
Paid time off and Holiday pay

Pay Starting at: $22.58+ per hour based on experience

Northwestern Medicine is powered by a community of colleagues who are purpose-driven and committed to our mission to deliver world-class care. Here, you'll work alongside some of the best clinical talent in the nation leading the way in medical innovation and breakthrough research with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.

We recognize where you've been, and we support where you're headed. We celebrate diverse perspectives and experiences, which fuel our commitment to equity and culture of service.

Grow your career with comprehensive training and development opportunities, mentorship programs, educational support and student loan repayment.

Create the life you envision for yourself with flexible work options, a Reimbursable Well-Being Fund and a Total Rewards package that support your physical, mental, emotional and financial well-being.
Make a difference through volunteer opportunities we offer in local communities and drive inclusive change through our workforce-led resource groups.

From discovery to delivery, come help us shape the future of medicine.

Description

36 Hours/Week, call required with a 30 minute response time.

The Endoscopy Tech reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organizations Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

This role is a clinically competent Endoscopy Technician who works under the supervision of the Physician and RN in delivering skilled and effective care to patients undergoing endoscopy procedures. The Endoscopy Technician is efficient and meticulous in reprocessing of Video Endoscopes, use of reprocessing machines and all related functions.

Responsibilities:

Provides direct and indirect patient care in the ambulatory care setting under the supervision of a registered nurse.
Utilizes initiative, strives to maintain steady level of productivity.
Assists in maintenance of a safe and clean environment.
Participates in the continuous quality improvement activities regarding endoscopes.
Sets up and prepares endoscopy procedure room
Assists the nurse in the preparation of the patient prior to and after the procedure.
Assists the physician during endoscopy procedures
Performs services requiring technical and manual skills under the direction of a physician and/or nurse.
Demonstrates support and awareness of daily schedule by expediting on time starts and efficient turnover between procedures.
Demonstrates knowledge of endotherapy supplies and equipment.
Locates, obtains, and restocks supplies and equipment.
Maintains a clean and orderly environment.
Uses proper patient identification procedures in transporting of patients.
Safely transports patients by wheelchair or stretcher.
Maintains competencies in the reprocessing of endoscopes and operating the scope washers.
Identifies actual or potential problems with the integrity of the endoscopes and assists the charge nurse in orchestrating repair.
Demonstrates knowledge/awareness of Infection Control

Qualifications

Required:

High school graduate or equivalent
AHA- BLS Provider Certification

Preferred:

Certified Nursing Assistant
Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates
Associates Program GTS
Advanced Associates Program - AGTS

Equal Opportunity

Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.