We are seeking a full-time LPN Endoscopy Tech to join our team!This role is responsible for providing care in the ambulatory setting under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Is a self-starter, compatible, supportive and a team player. Participates in QA programs, in-services and staff meetings. Responsible for working as procedure room assistant, set-up and breakdown of procedure room, reprocessing endoscopes, cleaning of instrumentation, and assisting the Registered Nurse as needed in the pre/post op area. Makes appropriate observations within scope of license and training and records the same; e.g. abdomen soft, knows emergency and safety protocols.Essential Job Responsibilities:
- Admitting Role (under the direction of a Registered Nurse)
- Brings the patient back to patient care area to change. Connects patient to monitors, takes and records vital signs
- Procedure Room Role (under the direction of the Gastroenterologist)
- Assist the Physician during procedure
- Participates in time-out procedures to ensure that it is correct patient, correct procedure and correct Gastroenterologist before procedure begins.
- Documents thoroughly, accurately and appropriately each procedure.
- Assist with biopsy and polyp removal, irrigation and abdominal pressure.
- Able to set up room, excluding medications, for any procedure.
- Cleans and disinfects rooms between procedures
- Collects, labels, and sends specimens
- Recovery Room Role (under the direction of a Registered Nurse)
- Able to assist patient, i.e. bathroom, offer nourishment
- Transports patient out of Center with escort
- Cleans stretchers and patient bay after each use and sets up for next patient
- Cleaning Procedures
- Leak tests scope after every procedure
- Performs proper pre-cleaning procedure according to protocol.
- Tests for high level disinfectant for efficacy
- Knowledge of operation procedure for running the AER and/or manually soaking scopes in high level disinfectant, ability to understand AER data reports for sterlization
- Demonstrate the proper packaging of instruments for steam sterilization
- Operate the autoclave and document results
- Keeps the Decontamination Room clean and clear of excess countertop supplies
- Care and Maintenance of Equipment & Supplies
- Keeps an accurate inventory of all supplies and equipment, maintains stock levels in Procedure Rooms, Recovery Rooms, and reprocessing area including lines.
- Ability to operate, troubleshoot and basic maintenance of all equipment in the Center
- Keeps accurate maintenance records on all equipment
- Other duties
- Assists with trash, linen and biohazard waste collection at the end of the day
- Assists with the general cleanup of the Center throughout the day
- Performs additional duties as directed (within scope of license or training).
- Attends all staff meetings and in-service classes on regularly scheduled days
- Complies with the various incident-reporting systems of the Center, e.g. Adverse Incident
Education/Certifications:
- Licensed to practice as an LPN in the state of Pennsylvania and current CPR/BLS certification
- Willingness to travel between endoscopy sites as needed
Experience:
- Minimum of one year of endoscopy, critical care or PACU experience required with a working knowledge of Medical terminology and Infection Control guidelines
- Previous experience maintaining equipment and ordering supplies
Physical Demands: Ambulatory surgery clinical setting. Direct patient contact. Medium duty. 50 pounds, maximum lifting with frequent lift/carry up to 25 lbs. Requires standing for long periods while sitting for others. Repetitive hand/arm movements. Required to wear appropriate PPE. Assisting patients on and off procedure tables.Perks
- Monday - Friday Day Shift Only
- No Weekends, Nights, or Holidays
- Employer-Sponsored Short Term & Long Term Disability Insurance
- Employer-Sponsored Life Insurance
- Wellness Program
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Retirement Plan with employer contribution
- PTO & Paid Holidays