Endoscopy Technician
- Parkview Health
- Fort Wayne, IN, USA
Job Description
Summary
Summary
Under the direction of the department leader, the Endoscopy Technician is responsible for ensuring the quality, maintenance and sterilization/reprocessing of endoscopic equipment and supplies; ordering inventory and stocking supplies; assisting with procedure room set up and turnover and providing the highest quality of care for Parkview Health patients. This individual will be involved in assisting with patient care through transportation of patients and assisting RNs, physicians and staff with endoscopic procedures. Performs Quality Improvement and Infection Control functions; recommends process improvements.
Education
High school graduate or equivalent GED required. Additional college courses in a medical related field, training in sterile techniques, surgical technology program or radiology program preferred.
Licensure/Certification
Current CPR certification required. CRCST or CST preferred.
Experience
Two years experience in healthcare, medical or hospital setting, preferably in an area handling equipment, e.g. , Central Service, X-ray, Nursing, EMT, or Nursing Assistant preferred. Computer related training in a healthcare setting required; additional on-the-job training provided.
Other Qualifications
Must have good verbal and written communication skills. Must be able to work potential on-call which includes weekends, holidays and coverage for all shifts. Must be able to lift 50 pounds and assist with 100 pounds. Continuous education and training to follow guidelines as set forth through equipment manufacturing recommendations and nationally recognized organizational standards.
Parkview is 14,000 strong
Parkview Health is a not-for-profit, community-based health system serving northeast Indiana and northwest Ohio. Our mission is to improve health and inspire well-being in the communities we serve. As the region’s largest employer, Parkview Health employees more than 14,000 co-workers and includes 10 hospitals with an extensive network of primary care and specialty care physicians. We strive to embrace diversity and inclusion among our co-workers and offer a range of resources to advance you in your personal and professional journey. Our physicians, leaders and co-workers work together to create an excellent experience for every person, every day. With multiple non-clinical and clinical employment opportunities, you are sure to find your passion and discover your life-changing career today within the Parkview Health system.
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A culture that just feels right.
At Parkview, we are known for our quality of care, innovation and collaboration among all care team members. Our culture can be seen and felt when walking through our front door and continues into the clinical care areas and administrative offices. Our nurses and leadership display shared values, friendliness, genuine compassion and a dedication to providing excellent care to every person, every day. But this caring continues beyond our doors as well. As a mission-driven, not-for-profit health system, Parkview also gives back to the community. Each year, we sponsor numerous outreach initiatives to address the health priorities of our region. Because at Parkview, we believe in better – not just for patients, but for the entire community.