University of Maryland Medical System · 23 hours ago
Gastrointestinal Technician
Bel Air, MD
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$22.57/hr - $31.59/hrUniversity of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health is a community-based, integrated health system dedicated to improving the health of residents in northeastern Maryland. The Gastrointestinal Technician will perform advanced technical skills in endoscopy procedures, assist in nursing care, and ensure the safety and usability of medical equipment and supplies.
Hospital & Health Care
Responsibilities
Under direct supervision, performs advanced technical skills in all endoscopy procedures and reprocessing of scopes and equipment. Handles equipment and items correctly to insure ever present usability and safety of supplies and equipment
Assists in the nursing care and the preparation of the surgical patient by performing routine and delegated duties according to standards and hospital policy
Responds appropriately in urgent and emergent situations. Assists physician directly in esophagogastroduodenoscopy, colonoscopy, Enteroscopy, and other related procedures involving balloon dilations, electrocautery, variceal banding, insertion of esophageal catheters, probes, naso and percutaneous gastric and jejunal tubes, polypectomies, clipping of bleeding vessels, and specimen processing
Performs high level disinfection in accordance with established procedures utilizing AER’s (Automatic Endoscopic Reprocessors)
Cleans and restocks endoscopy procedure carts in accordance with departmental procedures
Stores scopes and equipment in designated stage areas for distribution. Cleans storage shelves to maintain a clean work environment
Initiates supply returns to ensure accurate inventory levels are maintained
Assists physicians directly with obtaining various patient specimens such as biopsies for culture, Clo tests, pathology and viral studies, brush cytology, microbiology and pH specimens
Sets up, maintains and troubleshoots all endoscopic equipment. Notifies Charge Nurse and Biomed of any problems as indicated
Performs general support services for the unit and patient which may include running unit errands, procuring equipment and taking and relaying messages accurately and correctly
Performs related and delegated tasks that include pre, intra and post procedure care and documentation for the endoscopic patient as needed
Adheres to all divisional and hospital guidelines, policies and procedures
Complies with safety requirements regarding thermal and chemical exposure; wears personal protective equipment when handling chemical sterilant or equipment
Responsible for maintaining appropriate levels of Endoscopy supplies, unboxing and distributing supplies to the recovery area and each procedure room on the same day of delivery. Utilizes par levels to take inventory
Documents all information related to items being high level disinfected identifying to include, date, physician, patient identifier, load/cycle number, and processing technician. This may include computer data entry
Dons and Doffs PPE; loads flexible scopes in AER with correct hook-up
Practices proper techniques in the containment and handling of contaminated scopes and equipment to prevent cross-contamination, in accordance with department standards and accepted safe and sterile handling practices
Demonstrates self-directed learning initiatives and seeks ways to maintain current competency and respond to new clinical opportunities
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent is required
Completion of a recognized training program (such as courses provided through the University of Maryland Medical System, community colleges, United States Armed Forces with the attainment of Emergency Medical Technician, Medical Corpsman) or equivalent is required
BLS certification is required
Preferred
Successful completion of an advanced technical endoscopic skills seminar course is preferred
Benefits
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Company
University of Maryland Medical System
The University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) was created in 1984 when the state-owned University Hospital became a private, nonprofit organization.
Founded in 1984
10001+ employees
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