Endoscopic Perioperative Technician at Northwell Career Site

Village of New Hyde Park, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Endoscopic Equipment Management, Surgical Terminology, Technical Troubleshooting, Aseptic Technique, Collaboration, Record Keeping, Infection Control, Personal Protective Equipment, Organization, Communication, Problem Solving, Equipment Maintenance, Instrument Handling, Safety Procedures, Time Management, Attention to Detail

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job Description Responsible for all endoscopic equipment used during perioperative procedures. Performs all functions of the Perioperative Assistant. Job Responsibility 1. Responsible for all endoscopic equipment and trays used during perioperative procedures. 2. Maintains current knowledge of equipment operation and surgical terminology as need for the functions of their job below Sets up specialty equipment required for endoscopic procedure including but not limited to verifying the operative site, and ensuring equipment is clean and functioning. 3. Escalates any malfunction, missing items or breach in sterility immediately to the appropriate party (e.g., RN or Supervisor) 4. Troubleshoots and resolves technical issues with equipment before during and after procedures, as required. 5. Receives, identifies, stages and/or stores instrument trays based on procedure cards and uses appropriate aseptic technique. 6. Follows appropriate technique for handling of specialty instruments and scopes. Disassembles, cleans, sanitizes and reassembles equipment according to established guidelines and returns to correct tray as needed. 7. Collaborates with vendor support services regarding software updates, downloads, and to resolve equipment issues. Arranges for loaner equipment, as required. 8. Performs testing of and maintains records of all equipment-related activities before each case and after procedures are done for the day. 9. Review OR schedule, type and post next day's endoscopic schedule. 10. Generates Synergy service reports and instrument repair procedures as needed. 11. Performs all functions of the Perioperative Assistant as per the existing job description 12. Adheres to safety and infection control policies. Demonstrates knowledge and skills in waste disposal and standard precautions. 13. Utilizes Personal Protective Equipment as designated by established department policies and procedures. 14. Performs related duties as required. All responsibilities noted here are considered essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Duties not mentioned here, but considered related are not essential functions. *ADA Essential Functions Job Qualification • High School Diploma or equivalent, required. • Successful completion of training program, within probationary period, required. • Heart Saver Certification, preferred. • Prior related experience working in a hospital environment, preferred. • Working knowledge of basic computer applications, including basic hardware, required. • Ability to communicate effectively, and follow written and/or oral instructions. • Ability to be well organized and work under high pressure, required. *Additional Salary Detail The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).

Responsibilities

The Endoscopic Perioperative Technician is responsible for managing all endoscopic equipment during perioperative procedures and performing the functions of a Perioperative Assistant. This includes setting up equipment, troubleshooting issues, and adhering to safety and infection control policies.