Endoscopy Technician - Detroit Lakes Same Day Surgery Center
Sanford Health
Summary
Supports activities in the care of the gastroenterology (GI) patients. Performs duties relative to procedures under the direct supervision of the physician and registered nurse.
Job description
Summary
Supports activities in the care of the gastroenterology (GI) patients. Performs duties relative to procedures under the direct supervision of the physician and registered nurse.
Job Description
Assists in the orientation and education of personnel. Assists in the pre-procedure preparation of the patient, including transporting the patient to the procedure room, hooking up monitors, and ensuring the patient is comfortable prior to the procedure. Responsible for the duties related to transportation of patients. Will be responsible to prepare procedure rooms, assist the physician intra-procedure with biopsies, polypectomies, and assist with post-procedure patient care.
Cleaning and turnover within the GI procedure room in a safe manner following established standards and practices. Cleans, disinfects, or calibrates scopes or other endoscopic instruments according to manufacturer recommendations and facility standards. Will perform various tasks related to the material/physical support of the department, for example stocking procedure rooms, refilling inventory within the unit, routine housekeeping, and supply management. May have access to medication storage areas in order to stock secured items.
Qualifications
High school diploma required. Must obtain an Associates Program Certificate of Completion through Society of Gastrointestinal Nurses and Associates within eight months of hire. Basic Life Support (BLS) required within six months of hire. Must fulfill six Continuing Education Units (CEU) per year according to Sanford Health and unit requirements. Four of these CEU's will be GI specific.
Requirements
- High school diploma required
- Must obtain an Associates Program Certificate of Completion through Society of Gastrointestinal Nurses and Associates within eight months of hire
- Basic Life Support (BLS) required within six months of hire
- Must fulfill six Continuing Education Units (CEU) per year according to Sanford Health and unit requirements
Benefits
- Daily Pay
Company overview
Sanford Health is one of the largest integrated healthcare delivery systems in the United States, operating as a nonprofit organization headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Founded in 1894, the organization has grown into a comprehensive health system with 44 medical centers, 482 clinics, and more than 200 senior living facilities across 26 states and nine countries. Sanford Health provides a full spectrum of healthcare services including acute care hospitals, specialty clinics, senior care through the Good Samaritan Society, genomic medicine, global clinics, and the Sanford Health Plan insurance program. The system employs over 48,000 healthcare professionals including 1,400 physicians and delivers care through five Centers of Excellence: Cancer, Children's, Heart, Orthopedics/Sports Medicine, and Women's Health. Annually, Sanford Health handles approximately 5.3 million outpatient visits, 84,000 admissions, and 136,000 surgeries. The organization is also actively involved in medical research and education through partnerships with academic institutions, positioning itself as a regional healthcare leader in the Midwest with expanding international presence.