Location: Bakersfield,CA, USA
Kern Medical has been a community cornerstone since its founding in 1867. Today, we are an acute care teaching center with 222 beds, offering the only advanced trauma care between Fresno and Los Angeles. Kern Medical offers a range of primary, specialty, and multi-specialty services including high-risk pregnancy care, inpatient psychiatric services integrated with county mental health programs, and a growing network of outpatient clinics providing personalized patient-centered wellness care. Kern Medical cares for 15,500 inpatients and 125,000 clinic patients a year.Career Opportunities within Kern Medical include many benefits such as:New Hire Premium : +6% of base rate of pay, matched up to 6% if contributed to Deferred Compensation Plan.A Comprehensive Benefits Package : includes Holidays, Paid Time Off, Retirement, Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance.Position : Endoscopy TechnicianCompensationThe estimated pay for this position is $24.3626 to $29.9625. The rates shown include a 6% premium pay (base= $-$ plus 6%). This reflects only a portion of the total compensation package for this position. Additional compensation may be available for this role through differentials, incentives, and bonuses. In addition, this position may be eligible for participation and company contributions into the Kern County Employees' Retirement Plan.Definition:The Endoscopy technician assists with delegated tasks of direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of a RN and/or physicians in Endoscopy Department. The technician is responsible for assisting with the assessment of patient needs and following through with the designated plan of action. Additionally, the Endoscopy Tech is responsible for the care, handling, reprocessing and storage of endoscopy procedural equipment and with the safe and efficient turnover of the procedure rooms and assisting with other minor procedures within the unit, as assigned.Distinguishing Characteristics:The Endoscopy Technician has a basic understanding of and experience with acute patient care, anesthesia procedures, surgical services, perioperative processes and/or sterile processing. The incumbent will be provided with training to develop a strong understanding of the procedures being performed in the endoscopy unit and learn to consistently anticipate the needs of the procedural team.Essential Functions:Assists with clinical patient care related to ensuring optimal delivery of care under the direct supervision of licensed nurses and physicians designated by Kern Medical, in accordance with state regulations.Sets up, maintains and protects the sterile field.Assists with the preparation, set up, assists provider, and performs cleanup post procedures of minor procedures as assigned.Ensures only necessary equipment remains in patient areas/hallway/storage room, and procedure roomsEnsures full and correct preparation for all procedures (equipment and supplies).Complies with correct use of appropriate PPE (gowns, gloves, masks, eye shields)Gathers, checks, and opens all needed sterile and clean supplies for procedures.Participates in pre-procedure Time Out process.Follows correct room equipment cleaning processes post procedure.Stocks procedure room supplies per unit routine. Restocks department and procedure room equipment and supplies as needed. Orders department supplies as assigned in order to maintain adequate supply stock on hand. Checks for adequate linen supply daily.Troubleshoots malfunctioning equipment as needed and follows up with biomedical dept for assistance, utilizing correct process.Performs surgical counts in compliance with department policy.Assists with the development of department supply PAR levels.Assists the RN with the transfer of patients to the endoscopy procedure room and recovery area as assigned.Assists the RN with positioning of patients, using appropriate equipment, in the procedural room.Assists endoscopy staff as needed, within scope of practice.Disposes of all sharps appropriately.Performs correct specimen handling processes.Notifies charge nurse of issues or concernsAdheres to appropriate infection prevention practices.Performs and maintains correct hand hygiene practices.Adheres to correct surgical attire requirements.Other tasks as assignedEmployment Standards:High school graduate or G.E.D. requiredPrevious experience as an Anesthesia Technician (AT), Patient Care Technician (PCT), Perioperative Associate (POA), Sterile Processing Technician (SPD tech), GI Technician, Medical Assistant (MA), or Certified Nursing Aide (C.N.A.) in an acute care or surgical setting requiredPrefer one (1) year of experience as a GI TechnicianPossession and maintenance of a current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) card. Appointees not possessing the BLS card must successfully complete appropriate training and qualify for the BLS card within 60 days of employmentPrefer certification as an Endoscopy Technician from the GI/Endoscopy SGNA Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates.Knowledge of: Demonstrates understanding and knowledge of clinical procedures performed; knowledge of sterile techniques and infection prevention practices; and demonstrates the ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with staff, physicians and all ancillary personnel.Ability to:Learn GI standards; Work independently with minimal supervision; manage conflict appropriately; work as a team; comply with Kern Medical policies, procedures and code of conduct, demonstrate a positive attitude; ability to follow verbal and written instructions; follow through on all work-related commitments, learn quicklySupplemental:A background check may be required for this classification.All Kern Medical employees are designated Disaster Service Workers . In the event of a disaster or civil disorder, all Kern Medical employees are to remain at work or to report to work in a safe and practicable manner.