Endoscopy Technician (Full-time Days)

Description

Oneida Health Hospital is looking for a full-time Endoscopy Technician to assist with patient care tasks under the supervision of a registered nurse and providers. The technician will assist with diagnostic, interventional, and therapeutic procedures in the Endoscopy Department and other areas of the hospital. The ideal candidate will have familiarity with the digestive tract and respiratory disease processes and be able to adapt to unpredictable situations within the patient care setting. This position is a 10-hour Days Flex position, Monday through Friday.

Shift: Days - Varied 10 hour

Compensation: $17.00 - $24.00/hr.

Come for the Salary, Stay for the Benefits:

We provide competitive pay and value experience. Oneida Health Employees enjoy free parking and the hospital is centrally located in Oneida next to shopping, food services, and entertainment. The following are just some of our best employee benefits:

• Generous Paid Time Off accruing day one
• 403 (b) matching up to 6%
• Free Parking
• Employee Gym
• 20% Cafe Discount
• No Deductible Health Insurance, Flex Spending, Vision, Dental, Disability, and Life
• Generous Tuition Reimbursement

What You’ll be Great At:

• Setting up and cleaning procedure rooms according to established guidelines.
• Preparing and maintaining supplies, equipment, and rooms for procedures as well as inspecting equipment for safety and cleanliness.
• Demonstrating proper handling and use of various types and sizes of video endoscopes.
• Demonstrating knowledge of infection prevention procedures at all times.
• Assisting with procedures as directed.
• Informing the RN of the equipment and accessories used during procedures to be documented in the medical record.
• Collecting and labeling specimens.
• Assisting with transporting patients, specimens, and supplies and participating in patient care as delegated by the Registered Nurse.
• Providing scheduled and non-scheduled services for the movement of patients to and from the Endoscopy/Urology department and nursing/clinical areas by ensuring optimal patient comfort and operational efficiency.
• Preparing patients for procedures by reviewing medical history, appropriately positioning patients, and preparing testing sites as appropriate.

Why We’re The Right Fit For You:

Why are we so awesome, you ask? Here are just a few reasons why we think you would love it at Oneida Health:

• We care about our people. Our employees are our #1 asset and we will always invest in their growth.
• We offer multiple pathways to success through continued education and department promotion.
• Your safety matters too. Providing safe work environments is always our approach.
• With our technology investment strategy, we put the most advanced technology in the palm of your hand. Allowing you to do what you do best.
• We’re neat freaks. Oneida Health is consistently ranked among the top hospitals both regionally and nationally for safety and cleanliness.
• We respect and encourage work-life balance.
• We are a JCAHO-accredited facility with a strong reputation for patient outcomes and experience. If you are as crazy as we are about quality, apply today. We just might be your perfect match.

Qualifications

Your Essential Qualifications:

• Education:
  • High School Diploma or equivalent (Preferred)
• Certifications:
  • LPN (Preferred)
  • BLS (Preferred)
  • SGNA GI Specialist Basic & Advanced Training (Preferred)
• Experience:
  • GI experience or clinical procedural area: 1 year (Preferred)
  • Medical Assistant, Nurse Assistant, CNA: 1 year (Preferred)
  • GI Technical Specialist (GTS) or Scrub Technician: 1 year (Preferred)