Job Information
Trinity Health Endoscopy Technician for Gastro in Grand Rapids, Michigan
Employment Type:
Full time
Shift:
Day Shift
Description:
Greets and assists patients in the Endoscopy setting; ensures the cleanliness and availability of proper supplies and equipment; assists in Endoscopy cases by handling and troubleshooting equipment.
Education
Minimum: High School diploma or Equivalent.
Preferred: Previous patient care experience and/or technical education in health-related field.
Credentials/Licensure/Certifications
Minimum: Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification obtained within one week of hire
Related Experience
Minimum: Certified Nursing Assistant, 6 months of experience in direct patient care as a Patient Care Assistant or Processing Technician.
Preferred: One year of experience in an endoscopy department.
Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Minimum: Strong written and verbal communication, problem-solving skills. Ability to read and understand English. Ability to balance competing priorities and maintain composure in stressful situations. Strong clerical skills.
Computer Competency
Familiarity with standard desktop and Windows based computer system, including email, e-learning, intranet, and computer navigation. Ability to use other software required to perform essential functions.
Physical/Mental
Ability to lift objects weighing 35 lbs; perform push/pull tasks requiring force up to 35 lbs. Ability to physically operate safe patient movement equipment in compliance with the Safe Patient Movement Policy. Sitting for extended periods of time. Ability to walk, bend, stoop, twist. Ability to hear speech, speak, use near-far vision and fine motor skills. Ability to perform continuous detailed tasks with frequent interruptions and work prioritization.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Multiple simultaneous tasks, team oriented, fast paced, exposure to infectious diseases, sharps, and hazardous liquids. Available to assist nursing personnel for 24/7 on-call support, weekdays, weekends, and holidays. AGES OF PATIENTS SERVED
Newborns Pediatrics Adolescents X Adults X Geriatrics NA
See department specific checklist.
CORE VALUES
▪ Reverence – We honor the sacredness and dignity of every person.
▪ Commitment to Those Who Are Poor – We stand with and serv those who are poor, especially those most vulnerable.
▪ Justice – We foster right relationships to promote the common good, including sustainability of Earth.
▪ Stewardship – We honor our heritage and hold ourselves accountable for the human, financial and natural resources entrusted to our care.
▪ Integrity – We are faithful to who we say we are.
▪ Safety – We embrace a culture that prevents harm and nurtures a healing, safe environment for all.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
• Assists patients, visitors and families in a professional and helpful manner. Gives accurate information and directions to patients, visitors and families.
• Maintains clean and organized physical work environment; processes work orders and communication with EVS and Facilities Management; orders and maintains inventory of office and patient care supplies.
• Schedules patient procedures.
• Ensures patient safety through proper identification process and giving appropriate directions and assistance when necessary.
• In collaboration with the RN, delivers patient care and observes patient’s condition and progress (or lack of progress) toward defined outcomes; documents observations.
• Supports unit activities by transporting patients, answering patient call lights and responding to patient requests; transporting specimens, blood, non-narcotic pharmaceuticals, supplies, and medical records.
• Ensures proper sterilization of instruments including prep, sterilization, handling, packaging, storage and distribution.
• Collaborates with department Educator to assist in staff training and orientation; documents training.
• Assists the RN with patient care activities acting as a second circulator for minor procedures and endoscopy cases.
• Checks at start of day to ensure procedure room is properly supplied and equipment is correctly set up.
• Operates and adjusts equipment; troubleshoots equipment problems; holds camera; and assists with collection
of specimens.
• Follows direction of surgeon/physician.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.
Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.
EOE including disability/veteran