Job Description

Job Description

Description
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Uncertified Endoscopy Technician AdventHealth

Location Address:

601 E. Rollins Street

Orlando, FL 32803

Top Reasons to work at AdventHealth - Orlando

* Located on a lush tropical campus, our flagship hospital, 1,368 bed AdventHealth Orlando serves as the major tertiary facility for much of the Southeast, the Caribbean and South America
* AdventHealth Orlando houses one of the largest Emergency Departments and largest cardiac catheterization labs in the country
* We are already one of the busiest hospitals in the nation, providing service excellence to more than 32,000 inpatient and 125,000 outpatient each year

Work Hours/Shift: Part time weekends and one day during week; may vary

Qualifications
Job Summary:

Under supervision, an Endoscopy technician assists with the patient care in the Endoscopy procedure room by performance of technical and other delegated duties. Is responsible for the maintenance, care, disinfection of all scopes and equipment. Provides care to age specific patients as defined by unit standards of care. Adheres to Florida Hospital Corporate Compliance Plan and to all rules and regulations of all applicable local, State and federal agencies and accrediting bodies. The Apopka Endotech in cost center 0220 performs EKG procedures as assigned, and provides patient care appropriate to age, mobility, acuity and culture under the supervision of the professional nurse. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.

What You Will Need:

* Cost Center 0220: Nursing Assistant training or successful completion of either practical nurse fundamentals or comparable experience upon review

* Cost center 0220, CNA certification is required.

* BLS (Basic Life Support) Certification

* Knowledgeable about professional and practice issues related to the field of Gastroenterology.

* Central Processing Certification by IAHCSMM International Association for Healthcare Central Service and Materials Management, or CBSPD - Certification Board for Sterile Processing Department (Preferred)

You Will Be Responsible For:

Demonstrates through behavior AdventHealths core Values of Keep Me Safe, Love Me, Make it Easy, and Own It.

* Provides safe, clean, tested and inspected items by performing the following decontamination functions: Accurately operates instrument washers; Disassembles, cleans with appropriate solutions and methods. Maintains all records relating to the monitoring and testing of the decontamination / disinfection process.

* Applies knowledge and ability for appropriate care and handling of instruments and scopes by inspecting for cleanliness, damage and proper function. Ensures leak testing is done on all scopes. Maintains records on scope and instrumentation maintenance.

* Maintains current knowledge of endoscopic procedures and techniques currently utilized by physicians providing care in Florida Hospital Endoscopic Department.

* Utilizes knowledge of video system equipment. Troubleshoots problems with the system as needed.

* Participates in the preparation of the patient for procedures as directed by the RN. Participates in the care of all age groups from the Neonate to Geriatric. Cooperates as part of the multidisciplinary team by communicating pertinent patient information to the RN and completing assignments. May remove medications from the pneumatic tube system to immediately deliver to the RN or to secure in the medication room.

* Under direct supervision of the Physician, instills medications via endoscope.

* Follows CDC isolation guidelines, demonstrates appropriate use of PPE, performs hand washing according to policy and enforces safety regulations.

* Participates in practice changes as a result of performance improvement activities. Supports standards and initiatives set by the department.

* Promotes a safe environment. Demonstrates appropriate action in emergency situations, demonstrates awareness and control of hazards which may endanger patients, visitors and employees, identifies and reports environmental concerns to the management team. Ensures adherence to appropriate regulatory standards and Florida Hospital policy and procedures.

* The Apopka Endotech in cost center 0220 will also perform EKG procedures as assigned, and provide patient care appropriate to age, mobility, acuity and culture under the supervision of the professional nurse.

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.