Endoscopy Technician

Job description

Department: 36806 Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center - Digestive Health Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Primarily Monday-Friday shifts, 8- or 10-hour shifts are available. Occasional Saturdays and call required for position. Pay Range: $20.80 - $31.20 Major Responsibilities: Patient continuum of care is supported and safe patient care provided 1)Provides efficient patient transport to, within and from the unit. 2)Assist with positioning of patients and basic patient care during procedures, such such as manipulating the outer abdominal wall of a patient to facilitate the advancement of the endoscope through the intestines. 3)The Endoscopy Technician is responsible for patient safety during electrocautery procedures ensuring proper patient grounding and proper functioning of the electrocautery equipment. 4)Lab specimens are handled in a proper efficient manner. Assist in collection, labeling and transportation of specimens to and from the Lab. 5)Assist with procedures under the guidance of the registered nurse. 6)Sets up rooms and equipment in preparation for the patient and facilitate turn around time in the...