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JOB LOCATION:
Duke GI-Endoscopy at Brier Creek – 10207 Cerny St – Raleigh, NC
JOB SUMMARY:
We are seeking a Surgical Technologist in our Duke GI – Endoscopy Center at Brier Creek located in Raleigh, NC to be an integral member of the healthcare team and provide direct and indirect care to patients.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Determine, prepare and set up medical supplies and equipment for diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures.
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Explain procedures to patient, allay their fear and elicit cooperation.
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Prepare patients for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to include obtaining specimens, attaching vital sign equipment, and positioning the patient.
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Assist physician and nursing personnel during diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures to include, handling instruments and equipment, calling out equipment readings, and handling specimens while maintaining infection control standards.
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Manually clean endoscopes and then perform the proper process to complete high level disinfection of these scopes.
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Distribute supplies as needed and maintain inventory of supplies.
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Assist nurse with transporting the patient into the procedure room and to recovery after the procedure.
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Obtain family members from the waiting room once patient is in recovery, assist patients to restroom when needed and obtain refreshments for patients.
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Clean and dress stretchers in preparation for next patient.
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Clean procedure rooms, including procedural tables, countertops, floor mats and wall suction systems.
JOB ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
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Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program or the successful completion of the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) certification exam.
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Requires 6 to 12 months of Full time equivalent Surgical Technology or relevant military experience.
JOB HOURS:
The schedule for this position is day shifts, Monday-Friday, with no weekends or holidays.
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