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RWJBarnabas Health OR Tech Lead (FT Day) - Endoscopy - Newark, NJ in Newark, New Jersey
OR Tech Lead (FT Day) - Endoscopy - Newark, NJReq #:0000122749
Category:Surgical Tech
Status:Full-Time
Shift:Day
Facility:Newark Beth Israel Medical Center
Department:Endoscopy - OR
Location:
Newark Beth Israel Medical Ctr, 201 LYONS AVENUE, Newark, NJ 07112-2027
Job Title:OR Tech Lead
Location:Newark Beth Israel Medical Center
Req#:0000122749
Status:Full-Time
Shift:Day Shift 37.5 Hours
Department name:Endoscopy -OR
Job Overview:
The Lead Endoscopy Technician, under the general supervision of a Registered Nurse, assists physicians or other providers with procedures performed in the endoscopy setting. This position functions as the technical expert, assisting in the performance of procedures as well as performing administrative and coordination as a lead worker.
This position is the expert resource in the use and maintenance of the highly complex endoscopic equipment and instrumentation used in endoscopy specialties. The Lead Endoscopy Technician is responsible for the orientation, training, and mentoring of those individuals at the endoscopy technician level. The position is also responsible for developing content and/or teaching continuing education of the endoscopy technician. This position functions with a high degree of autonomy and will assume additional responsibilities as delegated by the Charge Nurse.
Qualifications:
Required:
Formal training or experience in medical specialty (i.e. LPN, Surgical Tech)
Minimum 2 years of experience as an Endoscopy Technician
Completion of SGNA Associates Program preferred
Preferred: N/A
Certifications and Licenses Required (if applicable):
CER certification required
BLS required
Scheduling Requirements (non-exempt positions):
8:00 5:00
Days
Per Diem
Essential Functions:
Performs and serves as a technical expert for endoscopy technicians, assisting with endoscopic procedures
Recognizes emergent situations during procedures and demonstrates the ability to set priorities to assist the team
Assists with the collection of specimens
Facilitates proper patient positioning prior to procedures
Understands theory and safety when using cautery modalities including monopolar, bipolar, and argon plasma coagulation and their various probes
Assists with therapeutic interventions such as balloon dilations, polypectomy, and clip placement
Seeks out learning experiences to maintain competency in endoscopy and shares knowledge through continuing education
Facilitates teamwork by willingly assisting other team members in such activities as room cleaning, turnovers, procedures setups, patient transport, and scope reprocessing
Coordinates review of special order supply inventory
Serves as troubleshooting resource in the department for use of equipment. Identifies and reports defective equipment and supplies to Biomed, Materials Management, or Charge Nurse
Independently completes competencies on staff
Other duties as assigned
Benefits and Perks:
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to supports our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Retirement Plans
Short & Long Term Disability
Life & Accidental Death Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!
RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.
RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.
Equal Opportunity Employer
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer