Endoscopy Tech

About the role

ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A REWARDING CAREER WITH A GROWING AND DYNAMIC TEAM? CONSIDER UCBC.

At University Cancer & Blood Center, we pride ourselves on listening. On providing hope, guidance, and comfort. On getting up each day and striving to make a positive impact on the lives of patients and their families. From our front-desk staff to our counselors, nurses, technicians and physicians - who've chosen to accept their calling, we salute them for their efforts and recognize them as the very special individuals that they are.

DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES TO JOIN US? IF SO WE'D LOVE TO HAVE YOU!

About the role

University Cancer & Blood Center/University Health Alliance is seeking a full-time Endoscopy Tech for their new unit, Advanced Endoscopy of Georgia. The Endoscopy Tech will assist in the organization and daily function of the operating room in accordance with federal, state and accreditation standards and facility policies and procedures. Will assist the nurses and physicians in delivering the highest standard of patient care available. Must be willing and able to cross-train in multiple areas within the facility to support team work, workflow efficiency, and patient care needs.

Key Responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

Technical Skills

• Capable of trouble shooting equipment problems.
• Verbalizes knowledge of risks and complications.
• Reports malfunctioning equipment to appropriate personnel.
• Demonstrates awareness of protocol for malfunctioning equipment and repair.
• Anticipates the need for equipment and supplies based on surgeon preference.
• Selects equipment and supplies in an organized, cost effective and timely manner.
• Assures all equipment is functioning before use and removes any malfunctioning equipment.
• Demonstrates skill in appropriate use of instruments and equipment.
• Operates mechanical, electrical and air-powered equipment according to manufacturer's instructions.
• Assures emergency equipment and supplies are available at all times.
• Keeps procedure rooms clean, tidy, free of soiled equipment and supplies, and properly stocked.
• Wear appropriate attire in restricted area.
• Adheres to recommended traffic patterns.
• Demonstrates knowledge in the safe care and handling of instrumentation.
• Assists with inventory management.
• Assists with procedure room turnover, and preparation of supplies (e.g. opening, case pulling).

Communication

• Listens respectfully, gives feedback directly, honestly and talks with others to clarify differences.
• Effectively communicates and interacts with patients (using translation services when needed), their family, and other external and internal clients (including fellow employees) from diverse backgrounds

Quality

• Demonstrates a willingness to look at new ideas and work in a changing environment.
• Understands, verbalizes and participates in the quality improvement process.
• Supports initiatives designed to improve individual and organizational performance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Current BLS required.
• Two (2) years' experience of endoscopy or other surgical experience.
• Certified Flexible Endoscopy Reprocessor (CFER) preferred.
• Ability to work independently and closely with a team.

Benefits

We are committed to providing our employees with the support they need. At University Cancer & Blood Center/University Health Alliance, we offer eligible employees an attractive benefit package that includes medical, wellbeing, dental and vision benefits along with some unique benefits including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Flexible Spending
• Vacation and Sick time
• 401K
• Profit Sharing
• Short Term & Long Term Disability coverage
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Care Policy
• Hospital Indemnity