Endoscopy Tech I - GI Center, CNA, EMT, MA or Surgical techs, *$5000 sign-on bonus Job at Northwest Community Healthcare
Shift: Full time, Days, Weekend as needed
$3000 sign-on bonus
$3000 sign-on bonus
Reporting to the Endoscopy Manager, provides equipment, specimen handling, and other technical support to assist the physicians in performing general endoscopy procedures. Responsible for room set up prior to procedures and clean up following procedures. The Endoscopy Technician I works under the direction and supervision of the MD or RN.
Graduate of CNA, Medical Assistant, Surgical Technician, Emergency Medical Technician Program required.
1. Assists the physician in the performance of patient general endoscopic procedures according to established standards; works alongside the physician provides all appropriate supplies, equipment, and instrumentation. Follows physician’s instructions for performing all required patient diagnostic procedures utilizing appropriate instrumentation. Obtains various specimens from patients. Safely handles, documents, and places specimens in appropriate containers/solutions per standards. Verifies required pictures have been taken by physician.
2. Sets up procedure room; identifies and selects the equipment, supplies, and instrumentation required for each procedure based on awareness of the room environment, the needs of the patient and physician, and the nature of the procedure to be performed. Inputs appropriate patient data in endoscopic information system.
3. Cleans procedure room upon the completion of procedures; performs gross decontamination of instruments; transports instrumentation to the proper decontamination room; wipes down counters and other work areas according to proper asceptic procedures. Transports medications, which are not controlled substances.
4. Properly cares for and handles instruments and equipment; uses and maintains instrument and equipment in a cost-effective manner. Inspects and cares for instrumentation and equipment to ensure their safety and effectiveness. Charts instrument and equipment maintenance records and sends damaged equipment out for repair.
5. Draws up medications and labels syringes under the supervision of the MD or RN.
6. Assists in procedure room turnover ensuring accurate identification of patient. Transports patient to correct procedure room and from various areas of the hospital. Assists in the lifting and/or transferring of patients to and from exam tables, wheelchairs, carts, and beds.
7. Assists anesthesiologist with obtaining necessary supplies to manage patient airway.
8. Responsible for intraoperative documentation into EPIC which includes documenting in and out times of intraoperative staff, recording event times and supplies used.
9. Performs the duties of the Patient Care Tech as required.
10. Adheres to all Northwest Community Hospital standards, policies, and procedures.
Qualifications
1. The level of knowledge normally obtained through the completion of four years of High School plus CNA, EMT, MA or Surgical Tech or current enrollment in an accredited Nursing Program.
2. Minimum of six months experience working in a patient care setting required.
3. Current CPR certification required.
4. The interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with hospital staff and physicians.
5. The organizational skills necessary to prioritize responsibilities and duties so they are performed in a proficient manner.
6. The analytical skills necessary to assess and respond to physician, staff, and patient needs.
7. The ability to retain professionalism and remain calm and poised in difficult situations.
8. The ability to use a computer for the storage and retrieval of data.
1. The level of knowledge normally obtained through the completion of four years of High School plus CNA, EMT, MA or Surgical Tech or current enrollment in an accredited Nursing Program.
2. Minimum of six months experience working in a patient care setting required.
3. Current CPR certification required.
4. The interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with hospital staff and physicians.
5. The organizational skills necessary to prioritize responsibilities and duties so they are performed in a proficient manner.
6. The analytical skills necessary to assess and respond to physician, staff, and patient needs.
7. The ability to retain professionalism and remain calm and poised in difficult situations.
8. The ability to use a computer for the storage and retrieval of data.
About Us
Serving Chicago's northwest suburbs since 1959, we are an independent, not-for-profit healthcare system dedicated to providing outstanding care in the communities we call home. Our comprehensive, patient-centered system of care has dozens of locations throughout the area.
Our award-winning care has been recognized on a national level. Some of our top awards include:
- America's 250 Best Hospitals™ Award recipient for three years in a row from Healthgrades®
- Magnet® designation for nursing excellence, received consecutively since 2006
- The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval and Comprehensive Stroke Center designation
Our team includes:
- 4,000 employees
- 1,200 physicians on staff
- 200 primary are and specialty physicians
Annually, we treat an average of 20,000 inpatients and provide:
- 350,000 outpatient visits
- 76,000 emergency department visits
- 38,000 home care visits
- 2,700 newborn deliveries
A growing healthcare system
Over the years, we have continued to grow to meet the area's changing needs. Today, we're a world-class healthcare provider that combines compassionate care with a healing environment, cutting-edge clinical expertise and state-of-the-art facilities, including:
- A 509-bed hospital, including the South Pavilion with 200 private rooms
- The William J. and Marian H. Busse Center for Specialty Medicine, an eight-floor facility housing physician offices, medical specialty services and advanced diagnostic technology
- A Level III NICU, Level II Trauma Center and a dedicated pediatric emergency department
- Five Immediate Care Centers, in Buffalo Grove, Kildeer, Mount Prospect, Palatine and Schaumburg
- 23 physician offices in Arlington Heights, Buffalo Grove, Kildeer, Mount Prospect, Palatine, Rolling Meadows and Schaumburg
- Nine outpatient imaging locations that provide advancted pediatric emergency department
- Five Immediate Carea Centers, in Buffalo Grove, Kildeer, Mount Prospect, Palatine and Schaumburg
- 23 physician offices in Arlington Heights, Buffalo Grove, Kildeer, Mount Prospect, Palatine, Rolling Meadows and Schaumburg
- Nine outpatient imaging locations that provide advanced imaging technology, including MRI, CT, ultrasound, X-ray and 3D mammography
- 13 clinical laboratory sites in seven suburbs and at the hospital
- 33-bed acute inpatient rehabilitation unit and seven outpatient rehabilitation centers
- The Wellness Center, a premier health and fitness center and spa on the NCH campus
- A full-service, retail pharmacy on the hospital campus
Primary Location: United States-Illinois-Arlington Heights
Work Locations: 800 W Central - Hospital 800 W Central Rd Arlington Heights 60005
Job: Professional/ Technical Clinical
Shift: Day Job
Employee Status: Regular
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