Medical Assisstant/ Endoscopy Tech- Full Time - Surgicare of Hawaii, Inc.

Position Summary: Under the direction of the Nursing Quality Manager, completes routine tasks and duties under the direct supervision of the physician, registered nurse and Sterile Processing Department/Endoscopy Lead Tech. Cleans, prepares, assembles, sterilizes, distributes, and ensures the quality of all surgical instruments and specific medical equipment. Inventory, issue and replenish medical supplies, instruments, and equipment in the Sterile Processing Department (SPD) and Endoscopy areas. Transport supplies, equipment, and potentially hazardous waste within the facility. Assists with the training of new SPD/Endoscopy Techs.

Position reports to:                  Director of Nursing 

Qualifications Requirements:

Minimum Education / Training / Licensure / Certifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Central Supply Technician certification training course.
• Current BLS certification.

 Minimum Experience:

• One (1) year experience in the surgery or ambulatory surgery center (ASC) or related experience.

 Preferred Education / Training / Licensure / Certifications:

• One (1) year experience in the surgery or ambulatory surgery center (ASC) in a endoscopy, hospital or ASC setting.
• One (1) year experience working in and SPD.
• One (1) year experience working as an Endoscopy Technician.

 Preferred Experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to anticipate tasks and prioritize assignments.
• Ability to function with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work with internal and external customers.
• Ability to understand and follow complex instructions.
• Ability to input data into computer programs.
• Ability to maintain logs.
• Ability to maintain highly sensitive, confidential material.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Basic math skills.
• Provides hospitable customer service.
• Knowledge of human anatomy and body mechanics.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Provides hospitable customer service.
• Skill to provide care appropriate to ages of patients served.
• Well-developed verbal and written communication skill.

 Working Conditions / Environment:

• Exposed to hazards from electrical/mechanical power equipment.
• Exposed to hazards of steam and heats.
• Exposed to hot or noisy equipment.
• Exposed to housekeeping/cleaning agents/chemicals.
• Exposure to infection from disease-bearing specimens.
• Exposed to infectious and contagious diseases.
• Exposed to hazards of handling diseased organs and tissues.
• Regularly exposed to the risk of blood borne diseases.
• May be exposed to biohazardous, radioactive substances.
• May be exposed to infections and contagious diseases.
• May be exposed to toxic chemicals.
• Subject to burns and cuts.
• Subject to many interruptions.
• Subject to varying and unpredictable situations.
• variety of electro-mechanical hazards.
• Occasional pressure due to multiples calls and inquiries.

Physical / Mental / Special Demands (Hidden) 

 Required Protective Equipment

• Eye Protection
• Face Protection
• Gown.
• Head Covering.
• Mask.
• Non-Sterile Medical Gloves.
• Sterile Medical Gloves.
• Utility Gloves.

Patient Care Services

• Adapts care and treatment to reflect age specific needs of patient, cultural values of patient, personal needs of patient, psycho-social needs of patient, religious belief of patient, legal wishes of patient.

Description of OSHA Categories:

OSHA Category:

• Category I

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES

Essential Functions

Medical Assistant

• Provides direct patient care.
• Assist nurses in preparing patients for surgical procedures.
• Obtain vital signs, assists patient with ambulation and provides safe environment for patients.
• Collect and/or prepare any laboratory specimens.
• Maintain accurate and strict confidentiality of patient information.
• Maintains stocks of medical supplies and conducts inventory.
• Assists with turn-over, discharge, and patient care in the clinical areas.
• Work collaboratively with nurses and physicians to ensure patient safety and quality care is provided.

Endoscopy Tech

• Prepares patients for procedures by reviewing pre/post-operative preparations and instructions.
• Provides a safe environment for patients.
• Follows standards of infection control in the maintenance of endoscopy equipment and the preparation of procedure.
• Assist RN and physician with endoscopic procedures.
• Processes scopes used in procedure.
• Collect tissue specimen under the direction of the physician/nurse utilizing the following modalities: Fulguration: Electrocautery equipment, heater probe or Bicap; Snare technique for retrieval/collection of polys; Helicobacter samples on Clotest medica; Biopsy.
• Responsible for the preparation and clean-up of procedure.
• Cleans and disinfects scopes and accessories in a timely manner following infection control and manufacturer guidelines.
• Orders and maintains inventory of supplies used and needs.
• Maintains a safe, comfortable, and therapeutic environment for patients.
• Demonstrates competency in area of specialization.

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• Understands and models Surgicare of Hawaii’s mission, vision, and values.
• Reviews department operations manual to ensure compliance and applicable Joint Commission standards, federal and state regulations, accepted Standards of Conduct and Corporate Compliance Program. Complies with all Surgicare of Hawaii’s policies, procedures, employee handbook and Standards of Conduct.
• Promotes excellence in customer/patient relations with all encounters.
• Adheres to safety policies and maintains a clean and safe environment for patients and co-workers.
• Participates in departmental and organizational quality improvement efforts.

Other Functions:

• Attends meetings as required.
• Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs. Current literature, in-service meetings, and workshops.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.
• Strive to provide continuous improvement.
• Financially responsible in the workplace.
• Performs other duties as assigned.