All organizational staff, including this position, are specifically required as a condition of continued employment to make advance preparations for their families and pets in the event of weather emergencies such as Hurricanes and flooding threats. Any staff member can be determined as essential staff required to report to the facility during these events. In many cases this means reporting and sleeping at the facility before, during and after a weather emergency. By signing this job description, the staff member accepts this responsibility of readiness to report to work during any designated emergency staffing situation. CMC staff members operate as one team meeting the healthcare needs of our communities, thus this position will on occasion complete other duties as assigned beyond those designated in this primary job description which may include “float” coverage at an alternate facility, department or assignment.

Qualifications

Education:

• High school diploma required.
• Completion of the SGNA GI Tech Specialist Educational Program and/or graduation from an approved course for Surgical Technicians required.

Experience:

• A minimum of one (1) year experience in Endoscopy required.

Licensure/Certification/Registration:

• Basic Life Saving (BLS) Certification must be obtained within 90 days of employment required.

Special Skills:

• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with nursing colleagues, physicians, department heads, and member of executive leadership.
• Exemplary core customer service skills strongly required.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong PC skills required.
• Strong verbal communication skills required.

Working Conditions

• Occasional exposure to difficult patients.
• Potential exposure to blood borne and airborne pathogens.
• Stress level high due to multiple demands frequently occurring simultaneously.
• Physical surroundings generally pleasant and comfortable.
• Prolonged standing and walking required.