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The Medical Instrument Technician (MIT) is a member of the Gastroenterology Procedure Team (GPT) and provides assistance to the physician, nurse manager, registered nurse, and other team members during diagnostic examinations or medical treatment procedures as part of the diagnosis and treatment of patients. The work is performed in the Gastroenterology Unit of Medical Service.
06/28/2024 to 07/23/2024
$35,697 - $84,317 per year
GS 5 - 7
1 vacancy in the following location:
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No
Not required
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Permanent
Full-time
Excepted
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CBSR-12460291-24-BLM
797642700
OPEN TO ALL CURRENT RLR AND AFFILIATED CBOC'S EMPLOYEES
Duties of the Medical Instrument Technician (MIT) are to include, but not limited to:
Be a member of the Gastroenterology Procedure Team (GPT) and provides assistance to the physician, nurse manager and other team members during diagnostic examinations/medical treatment procedures of patients. The work is performed in the Gastroenterology Unit. The MIT reports to Patient Care Support and participates with the GPT members in planning/implementing complex procedures under the supervision of the physician, nurse manager and registered nurse.
Functions as a primary person responsible for knowledge and handling instruments, supplies, and equipment during GI procedures, such as but not limited to: argon plasma cautery, colonoscopy, cytology, digestive tract biopsies, endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) enteroscopy, esophageal banding, esophageal biopsy, esophageal dilation, esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD), percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG), polypectomies, sigmoidoscopy, BARRX (RFA), and endoscopic mucosal resections (EMR). Able to place Maximo requests or contact Biomed for equipment issues and notifying GI manager as issues arise.
Prepares procedural rooms for the performance of GI procedures, including the set up/ testing of the video imaging system, ERCP and EUS equipment, computers and monitors, cautery units, pill cameras, data collectors, appropriate endoscope for procedure, specialized accessories and supplies.
Turns procedure rooms over within an average of ten-minute time frame. Turnover time represents the time from which a patient leaves the procedure room to the time the room is ready for the next patient.
Responsible for demonstrating and maintaining full competency in the use, pre cleaning and/or reprocessing of reusable medical equipment. The employee must ensure that the appropriate Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) and manufacturer's instructions are followed for any step in the use of RME and RME storage (pre cleaning, reprocessing, disinfection, sterilization, maintenance) in which he/she is involved.
Plans and discusses each procedure with the GPT professionals and assures that all supplies and equipment are available prior to the GI procedures.
Prepares, organizes, and maintains highly complex GI set-ups.
Observes and responds promptly to each stage of the GI procedures and anticipates the needs of the physician and/or registered nurse by maintaining a high level of concentration for extended periods of time.
Applies various monitoring equipment, i.e. BP/02 sat/ ECG, etc., when assisting with patient preparation.
Responsible for the accountability of all GI instruments and equipment during the procedure. Assesses equipment needs and maintains adequate stock of supplies and materials. Restocks procedure room at the end of the procedure day, rotates stock in order to assure usage before outdated, assuring that the room is ready for procedures at all times.
Assists the physician, and/or registered nurse with instrumentation necessary to perform the required procedure and treatment such as obtaining biopsies, brushings, performing polypectomies, inflation of balloon dilators, injection of contrast solutions and other agents during GI procedures. Prepares diagnostic biopsy specimens, assesses the adequacy of each, properly orientating the biopsy and placing in appropriate specimen bottle with appropriate labeling to meet pathology laboratory specifications during procedures.
Responsible for performing final biopsy check with the endoscopist post-procedure, verifying that patient labels on the specimen are correct.
The MIT is responsible for moving the endo cart and all endoscopes and accessory equipment to the ICU, assist the physician with the procedure, perform RMB bedside cleaning, and ensure that SPS is notified to pick up used endoscopes.
The MIT is responsible for ensuring that all specialized GI accessories, including, but not limited to, snares, injection needles, esophageal and biliary stents are ordered through Logistics in a timely fashion. Specialized, patient specific, items require consultation directly with the Gastroenterologist for proper sizing, etc.
Complies with all safety/fire prevention rules/regulations, using protective equipment when required and provided. Promptly reports all accidents and notifies supervisor of unsafe/unhealthful conditions in the workplace.
Attends scheduled training sessions and participates in medical center/service level safety promotions as directed by the supervisor.
Work Schedule:7:00am -4:30pm with 1 day off every other week and on-call rotation required on evenings, weekends and holidays
Compressed/Flexible:NotAvailable
Telework: Not Available
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Financial Disclosure Report: Not required
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