Overview

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

A member of the patient care team, who, under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurses assists in the provision of physical and emotional care to patients in accordance with hospital policy. Assists the physician and RN during endoscopic procedures, and has the responsibility of cleaning and sterilization of endoscopic equipment.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran
Responsibilities

1. Clinical Competence

1.1 Sets up and turns over procedure rooms keeping up with schedule

2. Professional Behavior and Growth

2.1 Demonstrates evidence of professional growth by education thru attendance at seminars and in-services related to field of practice, and on hospital and unit committees.

3. Fosters Employee Collaboration and Teamwork

3.1 Recognizes and values the contributions of fellow employees and displays cooperation and teamwork.

4. Identifies and Contributes to Performance Improvement Opportunities

4.1 Participates in performance improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities for improvement, looking at best practices.

5. Appropriately Utilizes Resources

5.1 Reports to work on time, prepared to work and follow hospital policies for notice of lateness/absenteeism and time off requests.

6. Supports Activities for Exceptional Customer Service

6.1 Demonstrates a high level of respect, dignity compassion and professionalism for all customers by utilizing the four tenets (Dignity + Respect, Information Sharing, Participation, Collaboration)

Qualifications

EDUCATION

High School graduate or equivalent, Certification of Basic Life Support (BLS), Annual unit specific competencies, 10 (CEUs) annually

EXPERIENCE

Minimum 1 year of patient care or ambulatory clinical support as CNA, PCA, ACA, MA, GI tech or equivalent experience and/or minimum of 1 year of related experience in the GI scope processing.

LICENSURE

Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS)Successful completion of the SGNA Associate Program within 1 year and Advanced Associates Program within 2 years.Certified Endoscope Reprocessor (CER) certification, Certified Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) or International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management (IAHCSMM) or agreeable to obtain one of the above certifications within 2 years from date of hire.

SPECIAL SKILLS

Ability to read, write, and perform basic math. Must be able to read instructional materials and labels. Ability to participate as a member of the patient care team and take directions.Demonstrate knowledge of effective skills for communication, listens effectively, and professionally communicates with patients, families and staff.Ability to work independently, applying knowledge to the entire scope processing procedures. Able to perform skills required for inventory management, decontamination, and high level disinfecting and maintenance responsibilities.

YNHHS Requisition ID

182763

Yale New Haven Health is making it easier for people to access the latest medical treatments, advanced research and innovations through our five outstanding hospitals – Yale New Haven, Bridgeport, Greenwich, Lawrence + Memorial and Westerly – and our affiliation with the prestigious Yale University and its highly-ranked Yale School of Medicine. Plus, our patients benefit from access to hundreds of dedicated primary care physicians and specialists in Northeast Medical Group and Yale Medicine. We also have advanced clinical relationships with multiple hospitals and numerous outpatient locations throughout the state so you can get the care you need, when you need it. As one organization, we’re working together to make health care more patient-focused, more accessible and more cost-effective. Some call it personalized medicine. We call it good care. For more information, check out the YNHHS Web site: www.ynhhs.org

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