Scrub Assistant, Full-Time, Days

Overview

Job Summary:

Demonstrates through behavior Decatur Morgan Hospital’s mission, vision and values.

Additionally, under the direct supervision of the registered nurse and the Endoscopy physician, the scrub tech I performs various duties to assist in the care of Endoscopy patients in accordance with established policies and procedures.  These duties include, but are not limited to, assisting Endoscopy physicians with procedures, supply ordering, case scheduling, scope management, cleaning and reprocessing of Endoscopes and Bronchoscopes, preparing equipment and supplies for Endoscopy procedures, ambulation assistance, measuring vital signs and blood glucose, and transporting.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities / Essential Functions

      1. Assist physicians with Endoscopy procedures

• Prepare equipment and supplies for Endoscopy procedures
• Cleaning, disinfecting and storage of Endoscopes and Bronchoscopes
• Report patient changes, problems, complaints or requests to appropriate personnel
• Assist in specimen collection, labeling, ordering and transport
• Knowledge and proper use of Endoscopy equipment and supplies

      7.  Knowledge, understanding and application of Endoscopy Infection Control Standards

Qualifications

Education: High school graduate or GED. BLS required.

Experience: No previous experience required