Job description
We are looking for a passionate and caring Gastroenterology Technician to join our team of skilled professionals and provide health care services to our active duty members and their families at the U.S. Air Force Academy
Great opportunity to be credentialed with a federal healthcare organization!
WORK SCHEDULE:
- Monday - Friday: 730am – 430pm
- Overtime Authorized
BENEFITS:
- 2 weeks of vacation, 7 days of sick leave, 11 government holidays - totaling 28 days of paid leave!
- Health and wellness, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Long and short-term disability
- 401K 2% matching
- Excellent work/life balance
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Screen and checks-in patients and escorts patients to treatment areas.
- Accurately prepares room & patient for examinations, therapeutic measures and procedures assuring all needed equipment and supplies are available prior to the start of the exam.
- Take, monitor, and records physiological measurements.
- Triage urgent needs.
- Assist with medical treatment, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures per treatment protocols.
- Prepare and administers medications under the supervision of a nurse or health care provider.
- Chaperone patients.
- Assemble, maintains, and operates medical, diagnostic, and therapeutic equipment.
- Maintain or assist with appropriate and accurate health record storage and retrieval systems.
- Prepare and submits administrative reports.
- Provide patient/parent education as requested.
- Assist with routine endoscopic procedures to include: EGD, CSP, ERCP, Ph/Manometry testing, Hydrogen Breath Analysis, Liver Biopsies, and PEG/PEG-J Placement.
- Assist with emergency procedures to include GI Bleeds, Food Obstructions, and foreign Body Obstructions.
- Upon completion of procedures and examinations, properly clean and organize room and perform any necessary cleaning of equipment as established by departmental policies and procedures and standards.
- Required to perform gastroenterology services.
- Ensure all equipment is properly cleaned and stored at the end of each work shift.
- Ensure preventive maintenance and routine cleaning are performed as directed.
- Ensure a safe work environment and employee safe work habits.
- Provide patients with the utmost care and attention. All patients shall be assured of their privacy and personal dignity.
- Prepare all documentation to meet or exceed established standards of the MTF, to include, but not limited to, timeliness, accuracy, content, and signature.
- Follows all OSHA and infection control standard related to the delivery of gastroenterology services. Maintains training and certification required for High-Level Disinfection (HLD) of endoscopic equipment to the highest standard.
- Communicates effectively with RN and physician regarding workflow and potential unforeseen delays or changes to patient care.
- Maintains well-stocked procedural rooms and backstock, maintains an accurate supply inventory, and orders supplies promptly to maintain appropriate inventory par levels.
- Maintains organized, well-maintained system of quality, safety and infection control checklists.
- Assists with administrative support, preparing clinic patient charts, obtaining records from outside facilities, contacting patients at physician request, and scheduling appointments.
- Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Completion of a medical assisting program recognized and accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES); or certified through the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) for Certified Medical Assistants (CMA); or the American Medical Technologists (AMT) for Registered Medical Assistants (RMA); or equivalent combinations of successfully completed post-high school education and experience (i.e., military training).
- Must have a current specialty area certificate from an accredited national, state, or military trained equivalent school, and show the ability to perform position duties.
- At least twelve (12) months experience in the past twenty-four (24) months.
- Shall have at least 6 months experience in HLD within the past 24 months (USAFA ONLY)
- Must possess and maintain current Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) All certifications listed must be maintained. Expired certifications are not valid.
- Must obtain and maintain any necessary security access and/or background checks.
- Must obtain and maintain all required documents, certifications, licenses, etc. listed on the credentialling checklist, sent by Katmai’s Credentialing Specialist, for this position for initial hire.
COMPLIANCE
To be considered for this position, all applicants must apply on the company website, https://katmaicorp.com/life-at-katmai/
We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. https://katmaicorp.com/life-at-katmai/#equal_opportunity
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $19.46 - $24.03 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Medical Specialty:
Schedule:
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Medical Assistant: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- CMA/RMA Certifications (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Usaf Academy, CO 80840: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
