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Introduction

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Endoscopy Technician? At Parkridge Medical Center, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.

Benefits

Parkridge Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.

• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.

• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing

• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock

• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.

• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more

• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts

• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships

• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)

• Colleague recognition program

• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)

• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Learn more about Employee Benefits (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/employee-benefits-and-rewards)

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact on our patients’ lives and you have the opportunity to make a difference. We are looking for a dedicated Endoscopy Technician like you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary and Qualifications

The GI/Endoscopy Tech is responsible for operating the Endoscopy equipment, assisting the physician and reprocessing of equipment.

What you will do in this role:

• Knowledge of Endoscopy procedures including EGD, Colonoscopy, Flexible Sigmoidoscopy, Anoscopy, Bronchoscopy, Endobronchial Ultrasound, Endobronchial Navigation, Small bowel Enteroscopy/Balloon assisted IO, Capsule Endoscopy, ERCP, and all diagnostic/therapeutic maneuvers associated with the above procedures.

• Maintain competence of all steps required in the high-level disinfection process for the department.

• Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate care for patient populations served in his/her department.

• Demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs.

• Demonstrate knowledge to assess, plan, evaluate, and document care in coordination with the health care team across the continuum

• Deliver compassionate, holistic care, while supporting the rights and dignity of all patients

• Maintain a safe work environment

• Be able to work closely with GI physicians and anesthesiologist and anticipate needs appropriately.

• Be able to function in all department rolls efficiently… Endoscopy Tech, Endoscope Reprocessor,

• Attend all unit specific competency/education and stay up to date on all new procedures and unit supplies/equipment, complete all Healthstream requirements on time

• Have a good knowledge of job responsibilities and assist others when needed

• Have a good working knowledge of SGNA and AORN policy and procedures specific to the Endoscopy department

• Must maintain current competency of all campus specific processes related to endoscopes utilized and reprocessed within the department

• Must maintain current competency related to high-level disinfection process including Rapicide PA, Rapicide, and Cidex OPA.

• Be able to prioritize/anticipate needs of anesthesia vs endoscopist when difficult situations arise

• Maintain a good knowledge of airway management and airway supplies

• Must maintain current competency on all endoscope reprocessing/bedside to hang time tagging procedures per Olympus/AORN/SGNA/HCA/TOSHA/Patient Safety/Medivator recommendations.

• Must maintain good knowledge of each procedure room and room specific equipment and location/use of all supplies and know where/how to locate supplies not housed in Endoscopy Lab.

• Demonstrate good knowledge of opening and closing of room procedure on a daily basis.

• Must maintain hospital policy and procedure with tissue/specimen collections.

What qualifications you will need:

• One-year OR experience required

• GI/Bronchoscopy experience preferred

• BLS required, certified Flexible Endoscope Reprocessor preferred

• High School Graduate

Parkridge Medical Center is a 270+ bed hospital. We are near downtown Chattanooga. We feature comprehensive diagnostic, medical, and surgical services. These services include cardiovascular surgery and cancer treatment. These services include intensive care, orthopedic and spine surgery, and rehabilitation. The facility includes a state of the art neurosurgery program. Patients also have access to OB-GYN services. Patients have access to a level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. They also have access to (NICU) and behavioral health treatment centers for children and adults.

"Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Endoscopy Technician opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your resume today to join our community of caring!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.