Endoscopy Technician jobs in Portland, ME

GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES

The Endoscopy Technician will perform various pre-procedure, in-procedure, and post-procedure tasks to support effective and efficient operations of Portland Gastroenterology Center’s ASC and its functions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The essential duties and responsibilities for this position include any or all the following:

• Endoscopy responsibilities include turning over patient room, scope and accessory cleaning, and stocking of rooms.
• Maintains current knowledge regarding physical layout of the equipment and supplies.
• Maintains thorough working knowledge of all equipment.
• Assists Endoscopy RNs as needed during procedures.
• Monitors patients’ safety and well-being.
• Knowledge of location and safe operation of emergency equipment.
• Special assignments or projects as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• None

QUALIFICATIONS

Success in this position requires the employee to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations* may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Associate’s Degree or equivalent from an accredited institution preferred, high school diploma or GED required; and
• One year related experience and/or training preferred; or
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• BLS certification

COMPETENCIES

This position requires employees to possess, demonstrate, and develop the following competencies and/or attributes:

ADAPTABILITY

• Adapts to changes in the work environment.
• Manages competing demands.
• Accepts criticism and feedback.
• Changes approach or method to best fit the situation.

RELEVANT KNOWLEDGE

• Competent in required job skills and knowledge.
• Exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills.
• Keeps abreast of current developments.
• Requires minimal supervision.
• Displays understanding of how job relates to others.
• Pursues continuing education.
• Uses resources effectively.

PLANNING AND ORGANIZATION

• Prioritizes and plans work activities.
• Uses time efficiently.
• Integrates changes smoothly.
• Works in an organized manner.

PROBLEM SOLVING

• Identifies problems in a timely manner.
• Gathers and analyzes information skillfully.
• Develops alternative solutions.
• Resolves problems in early stages.
• Works will in group problem solving situations.

SELF-MANAGEMENT

• Regulates impact of own emotions upon others.
• Remains focused and energized under stress.
• Accepts criticism and recovers quickly from setbacks.
• Projects realistic self-confidence in abilities.

PATIENT INTERACTION

• Listens and responds to patient needs.
• Respects patients’ confidentiality and privacy.
• Treats patients and families with compassion.
• Adapts communication to meet patient needs.
• Supports social, spiritual, and cultural needs.
• Manages difficult or emotional patient situations.

MEDICAL ORDERS

• Reviews chart prior to delivering care.
• Completes care activity within specified time frame.
• Follows policies for patient care and charting.
• Gives care according to physician order.

SAFETY AND INFECTION CONTROL

• Ensures clean and safe patient environment.
• Practices infection control and Universal Precautions.
• Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Identifies and reports hazards.
• Handles hazardous and infections waste properly.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Reasonable accommodations* may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

All employees are frequently required to:

• Communicate verbally and in writing to patients and colleagues.
• Operate a computer.
• File and retrieve digital and/or hard-copy documents.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee will typically be in an ASC. This position’s physical demands include, but are not limited to:

• Standing, sitting, walking, lifting, carrying, reaching, handling, kneeling, crouching, and bending.
• There will be extended periods of sitting required when performing administrative tasks and while attending meetings.
• There will be extended periods of standing required when performing direct patient care.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate. The nature of the position may expose the Endoscopy Technician to moderate levels of tension when dealing with issues. The level of tension is usually moderate, with high levels of tension occurring occasionally.

EMPLOYEE EXPOSURE DETERMINATION – Category A

Per OSHA Regulations, any employee whose position classification falls into either Category A or B will be offered the Hepatitis B vaccination.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to do this position. The above is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required.

*External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled must be able to perform the essential functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case-by-case basis.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.40 - $24.36 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Healthcare setting:

• Outpatient

Schedule:

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

Travel requirement:

• No travel

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Ability to Relocate:

• Portland, ME 04101: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person