Endoscopy Technician jobs in Atlanta, GA

As a team member of The Endoscopy Center, GI techs are part of a quality driven organization which is devoted to customer service and dedicated to the continuing education of its staff. In our environment of delivering health care, employees will show respect for others, demonstrate honesty and integrity, maintain the patient's right to confidentiality, possess a positive and courteous attitude, and take the initiative to go above and beyond what is expected in a teamwork environment.

SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Clinical Coordinator, the GI Tech: Assists physicians with procedures performed in the endoscopy center. Responsible for accurate procedure and specimen record documentation. Responsible for care and cleaning of equipment used in endoscopy procedures as per manufacture guidelines. Functions cooperatively with physicians and staff exhibiting teamwork characteristics to maintain a safe patient environment. Ensures appropriate levels of supplies in the procedure and supply room. May assist nursing personnel with providing patient care during recovery.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Requires considerable physical effort. Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds (lifting or moving of patients, equipment or supplies). Expected to assist in lifting or moving patients weighing a maximum of 350 pounds consistently, and occasionally assist in lifting and moving patients up to a BMI of 49. Must be able to hear, see, verbally communicate and demonstrate manual dexterity. Expected to stand intermittently an average of 10 hours in a shift and to walk an average of 5 miles in a 10-hour period independently. May work in a reaching leaning, bent over, or strained position on occasion.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Exposed to undesirable conditions intermittently such as body fluids/secretions, wounds and odors. May be directly exposed to blood or other potentially infectious diseases or hazardous materials.

MENTAL DEMANDS:

Work requires careful coordination, prioritization, and planning to ensure availability of equipment and supplies for delivery of patient care. Work includes a variety of semi-routine duties using one or more established procedures within a prescribed practice. Must utilize critical thinking and have solid a problem-solving methodology to solve both routine and non-routine technical and/or operational problems based on general guidelines/protocol. A considerable amount of the work routine is self-supervised, however direct patient care is supervised by a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $17.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Healthcare setting:

• Outpatient

Medical specialties:

• Surgery

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Travel requirement:

• Up to 50% travel

Ability to Relocate:

• Marietta, GA 30067: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person