Endoscopy Technician - Adult Endocopy

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* Location:

** University of Oklahoma Medical Center, Adult Endoscopy##
** Shift: 7am-5:30pm
** Job Description
* Ability to write clearly and understand written and oral instructions.
* Ability to operate computer and other equipment required for the job.
* Basic knowledge of endoscopic procedures and ability to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot endoscopy equipment.
* Ability to follow all safety and infection control protocols.
* Strong attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively as part of a fast-paced team.

Job Description The Surgical Technologist I is an entry level professional who works under supervision to provide technical assistance in an operating room, labor and delivery, or other unit performing surgical or invasive procedures.
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* Essential Responsibilities:

*** Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position.
** Utilizes physician's preference cards to assist in preparing the operating room for the surgical procedure.
* Assists in maintaining and updating preference cards.
* Maintains an adequate supply of instruments and supplies to meet the patient's changing needs.
* Scrubs in and sets up instruments and supplies prior to procedure.
* Prepares sterile field by obtaining, opening, and arranging instruments and supplies anticipated for the procedure.
* Ensures continuous monitoring of sterile field once established.
* Assists in draping the patient and operative area.
* With nurse, opens and prepares the sterile field.
* Assists the nurse in correct identification of operative specimens for laboratory analysis.
* Remains attentive during surgery and provides additional instruments, supplies, or other items as needed.
* Remains attentive to sterile field and recognizes and corrects breaks in sterile technique.
* Delivers medications to the surgeon.
* Participates in sponge, needle, and instrument counts as directed by policy.
* Reports all drains, packs, implants, etc. to the circulating nurse and assists with application of dressings.
* Informs appropriate personnel of any potential problems regarding patient or procedure.
* Takes emergency action as required.
* Assists with post-operative processing of instruments and equipment.
* Cleans operating room areas and disposes of sharps from sterile field according to policy.
* Participates in evaluation of new products, methods, or equipment to determine quality.
* Acts as a liaison between physicians and management regarding instruments and supplies.
* Assists with patient transport as needed.
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* General Responsibilities:

*** Performs other duties as assigned.
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* Minimum Qualifications:

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* Education:

** Graduation from an accredited school/program for Surgical Technology required.
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* Experience:

** No experience required. Previous hospital experience preferred.
** Licensure/Certification s/Registrations

Required:

*** Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required.
* Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) issued by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or Tech in Surgery (TS-C) issued by the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) preferred.
* ** Level 2:
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* Minimum Qualifications:

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* Education:

** Graduation from an accredited school/program for Surgical Technology required.
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* Experience:

** At least 3 years of experience as a Surgical Technologist required.
** Licensure/Certification s/Registrations

Required:

*** Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required.
* Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) issued by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or Tech in Surgery (TS-C) issued by the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) required.
* ** Level 3
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* Minimum Qualifications:

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* Education:

** Graduation from an accredited school/program for Surgical Technology required.
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* Experience:

** At least 5 years of experience as a Surgical Technologist required.
** Licensure/Certification s/Registrations

Required:

*** Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required.
* Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) issued by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or Tech in Surgery (TS-C) issued by the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) required.
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* Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

*** Knowledge of medical…