locations
Aurora Medical Center Summit - 36500 Aurora Dr
time type
Full time
posted on
Posted Today
job requisition id
R155130
Department:
36802 AMC Summit - Gastrointestinal Services
Status:
Full time
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
Hours Per Week:
32
Schedule Details/Additional Information:
Scheduled hours Monday- Friday with varied start times. On call requirements for weeknight, weekend and Holiday call coverage. On call requirement means that you must be able to receive the call and be onsite within 30 min.
To provide support to the GI/Pulmonary department by assisting in quality patient care, working effectively within an interdisciplinary team, and maintaining a safe patient care environment while maintaining a competent skill level as an endoscopic technician.
Assists with patient care activities and related services under the supervision/delegation of the registered nurse and/or physician including but not limited to intraprocedural support. Assists physicians with accurate retrieval of specimens, specimen preservation, labeling and transportation of specimens to lab.
Assists in initiating and/or collaborating with the team for all safety initiatives such as timeout process, traceability of equipment used, and reporting of safety events. Organizes and prepares procedure rooms and equipment according to each physician's specification, checking and assembling proper instruments and equipment needed.
Performs high level disinfection and reprocessing of equipment/scopes in a safe and effective manner based on established standards.
Cleans, calibrates, operates and performs preventative maintenance on equipment according to manufacturer's recommendations and infection control policies and guidelines. Reports and documents equipment repairs.
Documents procedures, images, videos and patient charges utilizing the endoscope and ultrasound information systems.
Assists in maintaining inventory for unit by informing unit when supplies are needed, stocking supplies, and receiving ordered supplies. Performs various clerical duties which includes answering of phones, filing, data entry, scheduling and compilation of patient records.
Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper techniques.
Licenses & Certifications
Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required.
Degrees
High School Graduate.
Required Functional Experience
Typically requires 1 year of experience in a nursing assistant, medical assistant or similar patient care position.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Ability to work independently and effectively in a fast-paced environment.Basic computer skills.Excellent communication and customer service skills.Excellent organizational skills.
Pay Range
$20.40 - $30.60
Our Commitment to You:
Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:
Compensation
Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Benefits and more
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
About Advocate Health
Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.