at Cook County Government in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Job Posting:May 10, 2024, 6:13:43 PMClosing Date:May 23, 2024, 4:59:00 AMFull-time
Collective Bargaining Unit:NonePosting Salary:COMPETITIVE SALARY
Organization:Health and Hospital Systems
Cook County Health will seek to fill the positions by means of the Hiring Fair Process.
Note: Onsite interviews will be held at 1950 West Polk Street - 5th Floor, Chicago, IL 60612. The only opportunity to interview for this position will be on Wednesday, May 22nd, 2024, from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. You must attend onsite at the Hiring Fair (and sit for an interview if qualified) to be considered for the position.Same day contingent offers made on a first come, first serve basis.
As a reminder, please apply and bring your resume.
LOCATION: STROGER HOSPITAL/AMBULATORY PROCEDURES/ENDOSCOPY
SHIFT: Various Shifts Available
This position is exempt from Career Service under the CCH Personnel Rules.
JOB SUMMARY
Under the direction of the Nursing Coordinator II, the Endoscopy Technician prepares the endoscopy room and equipment and provides direct assistance during procedures. Cleans and sterilizes, performs high level disinfection and maintenance of scopes, equipment and supplies used to during endoscopic procedures. Responsible for collecting biopsies during procedures and preparation/transport of specimen to the laboratory. Assists with admission, recovery, and discharge. Follows established infection control/prevention policies and procedures.
Typical Duties
* Provides assistance during endoscopy procedures such as handling, passing and receiving of instruments and materials.
* Collects patient biopsies and specimens and keeps field clean; Completes appropriate orders, specimen transport to laboratory, labeling and tracking to ensure the specimen is delivered to the laboratory.
* Assists with admission, recovery, and discharge of patients, as delegated. Reports any abnormalities to management.
* Ensures documentation is completed during, pre and post procedure.
* Assists with the preparation of the procedure rooms and equipment for endoscopy procedures prior to procedure by ensuring the procurement of the appropriate equipment and supplies.
* Performs decontamination, disinfection and sterile processing of instruments, instrument inspection, preventive maintenance, repair and replacement; instrument transport, retrieval and inventory maintenance.
* Keeps appropriate records and reports discrepancies and problems.
* Maintains appropriate quality controls and records for equipment cleaning, in accordance with CCHHS policies and procedures.
* Performs Point of Care Testing, as required.
* Preps room and cleans rooms and equipment post procedure.
* Ensures the comfort, care and safety of patients during the procedures; notifies physician or nurse of any issues.
* Assists with the ordering and maintenance of supplies for the endoscopy unit.
* Transports patients to procedure rooms.
* Participates in meetings and in-service training.
* Collaborates with staff to ensure patient needs are met and care is safe and effective.
* Performs other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED
Five (5) years of experience as an Endoscopy Technician
Completion of a GI Technical Specialist (GTS) associates program administered by the Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates, Inc. (SGNA)
Preferred Qualifications:
* Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA)
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics
* Working knowledge of the standard concepts, practices and procedures of GI endoscopy unit.
* Thorough knowledge of the standard methods of high-level disinfection and cleaning/ sterilization of endoscopy scopes, instruments, equipment and supplies.
* Demonstrated knowledge of the standard preparation of patients for procedures and post- procedure.
* Thorough knowledge endoscopy procedures and assisting nursing and physicians during the various procedures (colonoscopy, endoscopy, endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)).
* Demonstrate awareness of patient and family rights, ethical, legal, cultural and spiritual concerns.
* Demonstrates a positive patient service attitude and ability to work in multidisciplinary team.
* Ability to bend, lift, push heavy objects.
* Ability to stand, stoop, bend, and reach for extended periods.
* Ability to distinguish basic colors, and shades of colors.
* Ability to hear normally with or without assistive device.
* Ability to recognize and respond appropriately to the healthcare needs of pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients.
* Ability to recognize age specific instruments and equipment needs for pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients.
* Ability to apply the principles of infectious control and... For full info follow application link.
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