(PRN) Endoscopy Technician - Townsen Memorial Hospital
Houston, TX
About the Job
Townsen Memorial Hospital is an accredited network of facilities with an emphasis on emergency care, outpatient surgery, and diagnostics and imaging. Our core mission is to provide compassionate, evidence-based patient care to those we serve. At Townsen Memorial we encompass diversity, dignity, and inclusiveness as a reflection of our core values. Townsen Memorial is committed to driving cutting edge healthcare to our patients, our communities and each other.
Townsen Memorial Surgery Center - Med Center is looking to hire a PRN Endoscopy Technician for our facility in Houston, TX! This position will be responsible for working alongside of the physician during endoscopic procedures and assisting in room turnover.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Organizes the workflow, problem solves and manages multiple ongoing priorities
- Identifies and follows manufactures instructions to sort, disassemble, decontaminate, rinse and disinfect instrumentation, flexible scopes, and equipment
- Adheres to the proper handling of garbage, linen, and biohazardous materials
- Facilitates room turnovers
- Follows manufacturers recommendations for sterilization methods
- Properly handles sterile product and ensures stock is places in the proper location
- Consistently makes rounds through the operating rooms and confirms instrumentation needs are met
- Troubleshoots problems and repairs
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of Medical Terminology
- Demonstrates strong knowledge of sterile technique related to operating room preparation and procedures
- Demonstrates proficiency in medical and surgical technology
- Demonstrates strong knowledge of operating equipment and supplies
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Formal training as operating room technician or Endoscopy Technician preferred
- One or more years recent clinical experience as Operating Room Technician or Endoscopy Technician preferred
- Current BLS
- Must complete additional educational requirements as assigned by due dates
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Compensation to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.