Endoscopy Technician - FT Days
Company: Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital
Location: Pearland
Posted on: September 26, 2024
Job Description:
At Houston Methodist, the Endoscopy Technician I (Endo Tech)
position, under the direction of a Registered Nurse and/or
physician, provides support to the gastroenterology (GI) providers
and other members of the healthcare team and is directly involved
in patient care before, during and after procedures. This position
assists with gastroenterology (GI) endoscopy procedures related to
preparation for and assisting with room turnaround activities for
procedures, which include cleaning and processing of endoscopes and
accessory equipment. The Endo Tech I position is familiar with all
endoscopy supplies and other related equipment ensuring that items
are ready, available and in good working conditions at all times.
Other duties for this position will include department upkeep, as
delegated by licensed personnel.
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Collaborates with all members of the interprofessional care
team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care
information and data in a comprehensive manner. Communication to
promote both work efforts and problem resolution is clear and
professional.
- Contributes to a positive work environment with the
interprofessional care team to achieve optimal department results.
Participates in teamwork by responding positively to requests for
assistance. Collaborates to foster healthy relationships in the
work environment. Makes contributions to the work effort as a
whole.
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Prepares room, equipment and supplies to accommodate planned
procedures.
- Supports the physician with diagnostic or therapeutic endoscopy
procedures, pertinent observations, and anticipates the next steps
and possible complications of those procedures.
- Maintains an orderly work environment that facilitates access
to supplies, manuals and other resource information by restocking
and cleaning rooms. Independently performs assigned cleaning tasks
and documents on checklists.
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Utilizes proper use, handling, cleaning, and high-level
disinfecting techniques of endoscopes, equipment and accessories.
Assists in cleaning room for turnover as needed.
- Prepares for the procedure by organizing the work flow,
problem-solving, and managing multiple ongoing priorities with
minimal supervision.
- Promotes quality patient care by handling specimens
appropriately and entering patient data accurately.
- Supports and upholds established hospital and department
policies, procedures, and standards. Reports observed variances in
practices to department management.
- Contributes towards meeting quality and safety targets on the
unit-based scorecard, through peer-to-peer accountability,
reporting near misses, and collaborating with the interprofessional
team.
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Assists
team members in maintaining inventories. Monitors supplies to
maintain par level.
- Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and
prioritize daily tasks, minimizing incidental overtime. Utilizes
time between heavy workloads efficiently and helps other team
members.
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Identifies and assumes responsibility of own learning needs,
consults with healthcare team experts and seeks continuing
education opportunities to meet those needs. Seeks opportunities to
expand learning beyond novice competencies with a focus on
continual development.
- Participates in department projects and shared governance
activities.
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the
employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job
duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise
job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.
EDUCATION
- High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include:
GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full
completion of post-secondary education, etc.)
WORK EXPERIENCE
- One (1) year of patient care experience in a healthcare setting
- Previous endoscopy or direct patient care experience
preferred
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED
- BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA)
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely
perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills,
competency assessments, and performance evaluations.
- Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the
English language necessary to perform the essential functions of
this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or
employee safety or security
- Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians,
family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a
customer service focus and application of positive language
principles
- Possesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer
systems to include electronic health record and Microsoft Office
software to maintain patient and exam document
- Exhibits strong interpersonal and team player skills with all
levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent
customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and
co-workers
- Organizational and problem solving skills as evidenced by
capacity to prioritize multiple tasks and role components
- Demonstrates time management skills
- Ability to progress towards independence and exercise judgment
in interactions with physicians, interprofessional care team and
patients and their families
- Demonstrates progressive knowledge and appropriate use of
procedure databases such as electronic health record, serving as a
resource to physicians, patients, visitors and staff as
appropriateSUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ATTIRE
- Uniform Yes
- Scrubs Yes
- Business professional No
- Other (department approved) NoON-CALL*
*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during
emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless
of selection below.
- On Call* YesTRAVEL**
**Travel specifications may vary by department**
- May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area No
- May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area NoCompany
Profile:Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital is committed to
leading medicine by delivering the Houston Methodist standard of
unparalleled quality, safety, service and innovation to patients in
Fort Bend County and surrounding areas. With more than 1,300
affiliated physicians and 2,900 employees, Houston Methodist Sugar
Land offers access to the most innovative care available, including
comprehensive cancer care; neuroscience and spine care; orthopedics
and sports medicine; heart and vascular care; women's services;
childbirth center with level III NICU; bariatric and digestive
care; and advanced imaging - all backed by our focus on healing
people today and offering hope for tomorrowHouston Methodist is an
equal opportunity employer inclusive of women, minorities, disabled
persons and veterans.Equal Employment OpportunityHouston Methodist
is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Equal employment opportunity is a
sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound.
Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or
harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with
Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex,
sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age,
disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics
protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor - priority referral
Protected Veterans requested.
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