Position SummaryUnder the supervision of a Registered Nurse andor Provider this position acts as an assist during endoscopic procedures and reprocessing per regulatory standards Prepares procedure rooms for use and cleans the rooms and equipment after use May assist with more complex procedures Assists with maintaining an efficient technical operation in the Endoscopy Unit with the goal of optimal patient care during diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures Demonstrates appropriate clinical practice and promotes patient advocacy This role is trained to independently perform a variety of service oriented functions in support of patient care through inventory management quality control testing equipment and room readiness patient transport and all other duties as assigned In addition this role assists directly with providing patient care as trainedcompetent eg endo room assistance patient monitoring patient care to include vital signs ambulation personal care and other appropriate tasks This position must obtain hours of continuing education every year per regulatory requirementsPosition ResponsibilitiesKey Areas of Responsibilitymiddot Performs all duties in accordance with HHC policies procedures and practices and regulatory requirements Models HHC values and HW behaviorsmiddot Follows AAMI SGNA AORN Joint Commission CDC IFUs State and Federal Guidelinesmiddot Assists with endoscopic procedures anticipating provider needs Passes instruments and equipment during proceduresmiddot Performs high level disinfection of endoscopic equipment and maintains scope reprocessing equipment to ensure appropriate functioning following all established policies procedures and standardsmiddot May be required to support other areas of surgical services included but not limited to Point of Care testing and EKG as directed by a registered nursemiddot Performs all responsibilities as assigned under the GI Endoscopy Technician o Transports patients equipment and assists in the collection of specimens and transport of specimens to ensure timeliness of patient needs and informationo Prepares patients and treatment room for procedures following all established policies procedures and standardssect Uses proper techniques in all phases of the procedure and at all timessect Sets up equipment and supplies and maintains organization throughout the proceduresect Assists with the positioning of patientso Inventory and supply management sect Checks the integrity of supplies and equipment needed for the endoscopic procedure and ensures that equipment is in proper working ordersect Maintains carts and equipment in clean working condition and stores in appropriate area when completedsect Attends conferences meets with vendors and shares knowledge of new devices that can improve outcomes sect Participates in communication and education of staff when vendor releases communications recall letters warning letters updates change in IFU sect Identifies issues need to change par increase usage etc and notifies appropriate staff in timely manner to avoid delay of patient care middot May be required to partner with physicians and GI staff to identify specific needs for procedures and ensures items are readily availablemiddot Participates in initiatives such as but not limited to quality improvement measures culture of safety governance etc at the local or regional level Shares relevant information with unitmiddot Performs other related duties as requiredPosition SummaryUnder the supervision of a Registered Nurse andor Provider this position acts as an assist during endoscopic procedures and reprocessing per regulatory standards Prepares procedure rooms for use and cleans the rooms and equipment after use May assist with more complex procedures Assists with maintaining an efficient technical operation in the Endoscopy Unit with the goal of optimal patient care during diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures Demonstrates appropriate clinical practice and promotes patient advocacy This role is trained to independently perform a variety of service oriented functions in support of patient care through inventory management quality control testing equipment and room readiness patient transport and all other duties as assigned In addition this role assists directly with providing patient care as trainedcompetent eg endo room assistance patient monitoring patient care to include vital signs ambulation personal care and other appropriate tasks This position must obtain hours of continuing education every year per regulatory requirementsPosition ResponsibilitiesKey Areas of Responsibilitymiddot Performs all duties in accordance with HHC policies procedures and practices and regulatory requirements Models HHC values and HW behaviorsmiddot Follows AAMI SGNA AORN Joint Commission CDC IFUs State and Federal Guidelinesmiddot Assists with endoscopic procedures anticipating provider needs Passes instruments and equipment during proceduresmiddot Performs high level disinfection of endoscopic equipment and maintains scope reprocessing equipment to ensure appropriate functioning following all established policies procedures and standardsmiddot May be required to support other areas of surgical services included but not limited to Point of Care testing and EKG as directed by a registered nursemiddot Performs all responsibilities as assigned under the GI Endoscopy Technician o Transports patients equipment and assists in the collection of specimens and transport of specimens to ensure timeliness of patient needs and informationo Prepares patients and treatment room for procedures following all established policies procedures and standardssect Uses proper techniques in all phases of the procedure and at all timessect Sets up equipment and supplies and maintains organization throughout the proceduresect Assists with the positioning of patientso Inventory and supply management sect Checks the integrity of supplies and equipment needed for the endoscopic procedure and ensures that equipment is in proper working ordersect Maintains carts and equipment in clean working condition and stores in appropriate area when completedsect Attends conferences meets with vendors and shares knowledge of new devices that can improve outcomes sect Participates in communication and education of staff when vendor releases communications recall letters warning letters updates change in IFU sect Identifies issues need to change par increase usage etc and notifies appropriate staff in timely manner to avoid delay of patient care middot May be required to partner with physicians and GI staff to identify specific needs for procedures and ensures items are readily availablemiddot Participates in initiatives such as but not limited to quality improvement measures culture of safety governance etc at the local or regional level Shares relevant information with unitmiddot Performs other related duties as requiredRequirements and SpecificationsEducationHigh school diploma or equivalentExperiencemiddot Experience as a GI Endoscopy Technician middot Proficient in the requirements of the GI Endoscopy Technician positionLicensure Certification Registrationmiddot Certified BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association AHA obtained within Months days of hire date or job transfer datemiddot Maintain hours of continuing education CE or required recertification per regulatory requirementsLanguage Skillsmiddot Must be able to read and understand oral and written instructions and effectively communicate information in EnglishKnowledge Skills and Ability Requirements Maintain scope reprocessing certification from an approved accrediting body Examples include but are not limited to Healthcare Sterile Processing Association HSPA or the Certified Board of Sterile Processing Department CBSPD middot Demonstrated knowledge of Infection Prevention principlesmiddot Demonstrated ability to work in a fast paced environment with exposure to all patient elements i e bloodborne pathogensmiddot Ability to learn knowledge and understanding of radiology safety by completing required radiation safety educationmiddot Demonstrated ability to identify unsafe practices and partner with team to correct improper wearing of lead dosimeters damaged lead broken equipment Shares knowledge that is relevant and valuable with others to support safe practices middot Basic computer skills in order to enterretrieve data openingreading email basic internet usemiddot Demonstrated ability to use skillful communication with members of the healthcare delivery team and with patients Uses communication skills to foster a healthy work environment and facilitate positive patient outcomes and experiencemiddot Lifting techniquesmiddot Organizational skillsmiddot Demonstrated attention to detail in all aspects of workmiddot Demonstrates fiscal responsibility in time management resources and use of suppliesmiddot Ability to manage time and productivity without immediate supervisionmiddot Strong customer service skills Demonstrates cultural sensitivity in all interactions with patientsfamilies and co workersmiddot Ability to work well as part of a dynamic teammiddot Demonstrated ability to work in an environment with high activity and multiple prioritiesmiddot Ability to enter data into needed systemsWe take great care of careersWith locations around the state Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth Here you are part of an organization on the cutting edge ndash helping to bring new technologies breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men women and children We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure worklife balance Every moment matters And this isyour momentAs an Equal Opportunity EmployerAffirmative Action employer the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicants race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin and veteran or disability statusRequirements and SpecificationsEducationHigh school diploma or equivalentExperiencemiddot Experience as a GI Endoscopy Technician middot Proficient in the requirements of the GI Endoscopy Technician positionLicensure Certification Registrationmiddot Certified BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association AHA obtained within Months days of hire date or job transfer datemiddot Maintain hours of continuing education CE or required recertification per regulatory requirementsLanguage Skillsmiddot Must be able to read and understand oral and written instructions and effectively communicate information in EnglishKnowledge Skills and Ability Requirements Maintain scope reprocessing certification from an approved accrediting body Examples include but are not limited to Healthcare Sterile Processing Association HSPA or the Certified Board of Sterile Processing Department CBSPD middot Demonstrated knowledge of Infection Prevention principlesmiddot Demonstrated ability to work in a fast paced environment with exposure to all patient elements i e bloodborne pathogensmiddot Ability to learn knowledge and understanding of radiology safety by completing required radiation safety educationmiddot Demonstrated ability to identify unsafe practices and partner with team to correct improper wearing of lead dosimeters damaged lead broken equipment Shares knowledge that is relevant and valuable with others to support safe practices middot Basic computer skills in order to enterretrieve data openingreading email basic internet usemiddot Demonstrated ability to use skillful communication with members of the healthcare delivery team and with patients Uses communication skills to foster a healthy work environment and facilitate positive patient outcomes and experiencemiddot Lifting techniquesmiddot Organizational skillsmiddot Demonstrated attention to detail in all aspects of workmiddot Demonstrates fiscal responsibility in time management resources and use of suppliesmiddot Ability to manage time and productivity without immediate supervisionmiddot Strong customer service skills Demonstrates cultural sensitivity in all interactions with patientsfamilies and co workersmiddot Ability to work well as part of a dynamic teammiddot Demonstrated ability to work in an environment with high activity and multiple prioritiesmiddot Ability to enter data into needed systemsWe take great care of careersWith locations around the state Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth Here you are part of an organization on the cutting edge ndash helping to bring new technologies breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men women and children We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure worklife balance Every moment matters And this isyour momentAs an Equal Opportunity EmployerAffirmative Action employer the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicants race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin and veteran or disability status