Work whereevery momentmattersEvery day over Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common Pride in what we do knowing every moment matters here We invite you to become part of Connecticutrsquos most comprehensive healthcare networkCharlotte Hungerford Hospital is a bed general acute care community hospital located in Torrington Connecticut that serves as a regional health care resource for the residents of Litchfield County and Northwest Connecticut CHH offers personalized attention from an expert team of caregivers and physicians that utilize advanced technology and clinical partnerships in a convenient safe and comfortable patient environmentJOB 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 useAssists 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 advocacyThis role performs in a high activity work environment with multiple priorities and necessitates flexibility in schedulingThis is an entry level position with an expectation that colleagues will be promoted into the GI Endoscopy Technician job once becoming proficient in the skills needed to perform the required responsibilities ndash This position must obtain hours of continuing education within year per regulatory requirementsWork whereevery momentmattersEvery day over Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common Pride in what we do knowing every moment matters here We invite you to become part of Connecticutrsquos most comprehensive healthcare networkCharlotte Hungerford Hospital is a bed general acute care community hospital located in Torrington Connecticut that serves as a regional health care resource for the residents of Litchfield County and Northwest Connecticut CHH offers personalized attention from an expert team of caregivers and physicians that utilize advanced technology and clinical partnerships in a convenient safe and comfortable patient environmentJOB 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 useAssists 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 advocacyThis role performs in a high activity work environment with multiple priorities and necessitates flexibility in schedulingThis is an entry level position with an expectation that colleagues will be promoted into the GI Endoscopy Technician job once becoming proficient in the skills needed to perform the required responsibilities ndash This position must obtain hours of continuing education within year per regulatory requirementsMinimum RequirementsEducationHigh school diploma or equivalentExperienceNo experience required training provided on siteLicensure Certification RegistrationCertified BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association AHA obtained within Months days of hire date or job transfer dateObtain Continuing Education CE credits or departmental required certification within two years of hire or transfer dateLanguage SkillsMust be able to read and understand oral and written instructions and effectively communicate information in EnglishPreferred RequirementsExperienceAcute Clinical ExperiencePatient Care TechnicianSterile Processing TechnicianMedical AssistantKnowledge Skills and Ability RequirementsKnowledge of Infection Prevention principlesAbility to work in a fast paced environment with exposure to all patient elements ie bloodborne pathogensAbility to learn knowledge and understanding of radiology safety by completing required radiation safety educationDemonstrated 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 practicesBasic computer skills in order to enterretrieve data openingreading email basic internet useAbility 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 experienceLifting techniquesOrganizational skillsAttention to detail in all aspects of workMust demonstrate fiscal responsibility in time management resources and use of suppliesAbility to manage time and productivity without immediate supervisionStrong customer service skills Demonstrates cultural sensitivity in all interactions with patientsfamilies and co workersAbility to work well as part of a dynamic teamAbility to work in an environment with high activity and multiple prioritiesAbility to enter data into needed systemsMust obtain hours of continuing education within year per regulatory requirements to maintain employment statusWe 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 momentMinimum RequirementsEducationHigh school diploma or equivalentExperienceNo experience required training provided on siteLicensure Certification RegistrationCertified BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association AHA obtained within Months days of hire date or job transfer dateObtain Continuing Education CE credits or departmental required certification within two years of hire or transfer dateLanguage SkillsMust be able to read and understand oral and written instructions and effectively communicate information in EnglishPreferred RequirementsExperienceAcute Clinical ExperiencePatient Care TechnicianSterile Processing TechnicianMedical AssistantKnowledge Skills and Ability RequirementsKnowledge of Infection Prevention principlesAbility to work in a fast paced environment with exposure to all patient elements ie bloodborne pathogensAbility to learn knowledge and understanding of radiology safety by completing required radiation safety educationDemonstrated 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 practicesBasic computer skills in order to enterretrieve data openingreading email basic internet useAbility 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 experienceLifting techniquesOrganizational skillsAttention to detail in all aspects of workMust demonstrate fiscal responsibility in time management resources and use of suppliesAbility to manage time and productivity without immediate supervisionStrong customer service skills Demonstrates cultural sensitivity in all interactions with patientsfamilies and co workersAbility to work well as part of a dynamic teamAbility to work in an environment with high activity and multiple prioritiesAbility to enter data into needed systemsMust obtain hours of continuing education within year per regulatory requirements to maintain employment statusWe 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 moment