Lead Endoscopy Technician - Galveston

Job DescriptionEDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Will have one of the following: − Certificate of Completion of Endoscopy Technology Program − Society of Gastroenterology Nurses Association (SGNA) Certificate of Completion for SGNA Advanced Associates Program.

Oversees all GI Endo Technicians in the department providing support and guidance with daily tasks. Responsible for weekly schedule for Galveston/LCC/CLC Endoscopy Responsible for call schedule for Galveston/LCC/CLC Endoscopy Orients new GI Techs to the department, reviews competencies and department policies Oversees orientation of new GI Techs Proficient, and serves as a resource in mechanical cleaning and disinfecting of endoscopic equipment according to manufacturer guidelines Ensures appropriate records and logs are maintained for all processes in scope room Monitors and oversees ordering of supplies and equipment. Maintains clean and safe environment Facilitates teamwork by assisting other team members in activities as room cleaning, turnovers, procedure setup, patient transport and scope processing Facilitates new supply considerations with Nurse Manager/Assistant Nurse Manager, Physicians, and reps Serves as a troubleshooter/resource for the department for equipment and supplies Ensures all GI Tech competencies are completed yearly Other duties as assignedSALARY RANGE:Salary commensurate with experience Equal Employment OpportunityUTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.