Endoscopy Assistant PDm - GI Endoscopy

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The Greater Manchester Region has approximately 2,500 employees. It includes Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 249-bed community hospital, Rockville General, a campus of Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 102-bed facility, a large multispecialty provider group and visiting nurse services. The Greater Manchester Region serves a region of 300,000 people in 19 towns.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, prepares procedure rooms, manages equipment, and assists the Physician during endoscopic procedures.  Assists with patient care pre and post procedure as well as assists in the maintenance of a safe and clean environment. This unit provides 24-hour coverage. Clinical Cross-campus (MMH and RGH) on-call is required Monday through Friday after 11:00 p.m (2300) weekends and holidays. Reports to the MMH Nurse Manager.

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED equivalent.

• Certification in Sterile Processing or Flexible Endoscopy Reprocessing through a nationally accredited central service organization such as, CBSPD oe IAHCSMM is required within two years of  hire. (After January 2016).

• Annually obtain the mandatory number of Continuing Education units (CEUs).

COMPETENCIES:

• Basic computer skills in the use of Microsoft Windows-based WORD, EXCEL and OUTLOOK software programs.

• Must be able to read and communicate effectively using the English language.

• Employee must have access to reliable transportation to travel between multiple work sites; and travel is required in order to perform essential duties.

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