Procedure Technician I

Overview

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Responsibilities and Qualifications

Safety/Risk Managementa. Demonstrates knowledge of and practices sound infection control techniques.b. Assesses safety needs and provides a safe environment. Adheres to hospital-widesafety regulations.c. Performs equipment safety checks and reports faulty equipment, initiating repair.d. Labels and properly secures patient's valuables.e. Follows policy and procedure for completion of incident reports.f. Complies with patient rights and regulations.g. Respects at all times patient confidentiality and uses discretion when discussingpatient matters. h. Follows Privacy / Confidentiality Policy 1. Keeps patients covered 2. Knocks before entering 3. Observe patient confidentiality i. Complies with Infection Control Guidelines. 1. Compliance with universal precautions, wears gloves appropriately, wears safety glasses, and gowns 2.Proper disposal of sharps / biohazard materials j.Creates a Safe Environment by adhering to safety goal programs and policies: 1. Utilization of Patient I.D. identifiers 2. Respects patient/guest's personal property.k. Adheres to hospital wide and specific department safety regulations 1. Fire and Tornado 2. Environmental Safety l. Performs equipment safety checks. m.Complies with patients rights/regulations. 1. Patient aware of procedure 2. Patient comfortable with process 3. Patient knowledge of Patient Rights Coordination of Services:a. Expedites instrument turnover to meet GI Lab demandb. Communicates instrument status as needed.c. Locates missing equipment for the departmentd. Assists in the orientation of new personnel.e. Acquires adequate supplies to perform daily care in all areas of the GI Lab.f. Able to set up and break down equipment/rooms for procedures.g. Prioritize appropriately and utilizes good judgment in use of time.h. Participates in QI activities that ensure and enhance quality of patient care.i. Is in constant communication with the Nurse Clinician, charge nurse, admitting staff and prep nurses with any patient issuesj. Assesses GI Lab schedule and prioritize work load accordinglyk. Is competent in the procedure of leak testing, washing of endoscopes and placing into the endoscope reprocessor. Complex Aspects:a. Functions as preceptor to orient coworkers to departmental policies/proceduresb. Functions as resource for others in the departmentc. Trouble shoots instrument problems and decreases crisis intervention needsd. Demonstrates flexibility in workload assignmentse. Plans equipment/supply needs for the next day. Assures that instruments neededare availablef. Monitors staffing and assigns tasks that make efficient use of time and departmentalneedsg. Assits in initiating breaks and lunches in a timely mannerh. Serves as a role modeli. Communicates in an effective manner with othersj. Communicates well with managementk. Monitors endoscope reprocessing room departmental logs including chemical testings, inventory andrepair logsl. Assists with the cleaning and disinfecting of stretchers. Applies linen to cleanstretchers.m. Provides patients and their families with explanation of care and psychologicalsupport under the direction of the nurse.n. Assists in keeping linen stocked in all areas.o. Assists with room turnovers as needed. Removes soiled linens and restocks roomsas needed.p. Uses good judgment and maintains dignified manner in handling problems orcomplaints.q. Assists in recovery as necessaryr. Orders/reorders supplies for the scope reprocessing room as neededPrimary Aspects:a. Prepares/maintains endoscope reprocessing room cleaning solutionsb. Maintains appropriate supply levels for the endoscope reprocessing roomc. Able to properly clean all instruments and equipment in the departmentd. Functions as a resource for other Procedure Techs.e. Monitors for proper working of equipment/instrumentsf. Communicates any mechanical or clinical equipment problems to Nurse Clinician or appropriatepersonnel immediatelyg. Properly packages and sends items needing sterilizationh. Accurately labels and assembles itemsi. Answers the endoscope reproessing room's telephone appropriately, identifying him/herself withoutdelayj. Assists patients from the waiting room to the prep area. Assists the patient ingetting undressed and onto the stretcher. Assures patient safety by placing side rails up on stretcher.k. . Observes changes or unusual occurrences in patient conditionand reports them immediately to appropriate personnel. Transports inpatients to andfrom the nursing unit when necessary. Assists in bringing in family members to speakwith the physician post procedure. Assists outpatients in getting dressed and movingto a wheelchair for discharge.l. Cleans, disinfects and maintains endoscopes and other GI equipment. Properlyhandles and stores endoscopes and accessories. Performs biological monitoring, enteringdata in computer. Maintains and disinfects endoscopic reprocessing machines and other cleaningequipment. Keeps the instrument room in a clean, neat manner.m. Properly documents scopes repairs, machine cleaning,and equipment maintenance.n. Demonstrates proper use of leakage tester, performing EKG's, pregnancy tests, and glucose monitoring.Communication:a. Demonstrates an effective communication style.b. Demonstrates ability to collaborate with inter and intra-disciplinary colleagues and communityc. Demonstrates evidence of seeking additional knowledge and skills appropriate to the practice setting by participating in educational programs and activities, conferences, workshops, interdisciplinary professional meetings, and self-directed learning.d. Exercises discretion in giving and obtaining information.e. Refers problems to appropriate individual. f. Keep Nusre Clinician/manager informed of any issues, problems or situations requiring attention or follow up. g. Recognizes the need to assist other staff members during the busy times throughout the day. Asks what needs to be done and readily volunteers.h. Constant communication with physician and other team members regarding patients. Technology:a. Demonstrates competence in initiating and maintaining use of routine equipment and procedures.c. Performs technical skills relative to specific specialties 1. High definition endoscopic equipment 2. Understands applications and effectively uses hospital and department computer systems. Enters, saves,prints, and retrieves information as necessary. d. Assists in evaluation of new products, equipment, policies, procedures and standards.e. Documentation is factual, accurate, organized, complete, current, and confidential. Follows policies and procedures on documentation requirements which meet regulatory accreditation standards f. Attends inservices and staff meetings regularlyg. Keeps current with infection control standardsh. Able to use all aspects of endoscope reprocessing room cleaning equipmenti. Functions as a "super-user" for the automatic endoscope reprocessors

Qualifications:

Because you're committed to excellence, you understand the importance of being properly prepared for your role at Mercy. That's why you'll bring to your role the right set of qualifications:

Education: High School Diploma or equivalentExperience: Prior Tech I or equivalent position experience required.Certifications: BLS certification required. Other: Must be able to stand for long periods of time. Must be able to do heavy lifting. Must be able to function in a fast-paced environment. Able to multi-task, use time management skills, and function as a team player.Preferred Experience: 1-2 years GI Procedure Tech experience preferred.

We'll Support You at Work and Home

Our foundations are built on dignity and respect. Modern Healthcare Magazine named us as a "top 100 places to work." We go out of our way to help people feel welcomed. We offer day-one comprehensive health, vision and dental coverage, PTO, and employer-matched retirement funds, even to part-time employees. We're proud to provide tuition reimbursement to help you grow and learn new skills.

What Makes a Good Match for Mercy

Compassion and professionalism go hand-in-hand with us, along with exceptional quality care. Having a positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy is in perfect step with our mission and vision. We're also collaborative and are not afraid to do a little extra to deliver excellent care – that's just part of our commitment. If that sounds like a fit for you as well, we encourage you to apply.