Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.
ResponsibilitiesA day in the life of a Endoscopy Tech at Hackensack Meridian Health includes:
Admits patients, checks for proper I.D. bracelet against papers, orients patient to the unit, and takes and records vital signs.Participates in the plan of care for the patient in the Endoscopy Unit as directed by the R.N.Observes and reports all unusual conditions, reactions and occurrences to the nurse in charge.Assists physician with various procedures performed in Endoscopy.Transfers patients to x-ray when necessary for procedure.Orders food from Dietary when necessary and assists patients with meals as needed.Accompanies patient to lobby upon discharge when necessary.Refers all information or questions from patients and/or families to R.N.Provides locker space for each patient's clothes and valuables. Gives enemas as ordered by M.D. and under supervision of R.N.Checks linen and CSR carts daily to insure that they have been stocked properly.Cleans and remakes stretchers after use, prepares stretchers and general area for next day.Schedules procedures for endoscopy leaving appropriate time for each patient.Compiles endoscopy charts and assists with clerical responsibilities such as labeling charts.Assists with patients' emergencies by obtaining emergency equipment and performing other duties as requested by the R.N. Has an awareness of emergency codes.Identifies the needs of the patient population served and modifies and delivers care that is specific to those needs (i.e., age, culture, language, hearing and/or visually impaired, etc.). This process includes communicating with the patient, parent, and/or primary caregiver(s) at their level (developmental/age, educational, literacy, etc.).Adheres to the standards identified in the Medical Center's Organizational Competencies. Qualifications
Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), and/or GED equivalent programs. A minimum of two years' experience as a nursing assistant or technician.Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:
Graduate of approved Nurses Assistant Program.Licenses and Certifications Required:
Licenses and Certifications Preferred:
Compensation
Starting at $20.32 Hourly
HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package.
The starting rate of pay is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. Posted hourly rates may be stated as an annual salary in the offer and posted annual salaries may be stated as an hourly rate in the offer, depending on the level and nature of the job duties and credentials of the candidate. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted rate of pay based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to: Labor Market Data: Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness.Experience: Years of relevant work experience.Education and Certifications: Level of education attained, including specialized certifications, credentials, completed apprenticeship programs or advanced training.Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies.Geographic Location: Cost of living and market rates for the specific location.Internal Equity: Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the organization.Budget and Grant Funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered.
Some jobs may also be eligible for performance-based incentives, bonuses, or commissions not reflected in the starting rate. Certain positions may also be eligible for shift differentials for work performed on evening, night, or weekend shifts.
In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) job positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, breastfeeding, genetic information, refusal to submit to a genetic test or make available to an employer the results of a genetic test, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, national origin, nationality, ancestry, disability, marital status, liability for military service, or status as a protected veteran.
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, breastfeeding, genetic information, refusal to submit to a genetic test or make available to an employer the results of a genetic test, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, national origin, nationality, ancestry, disability, marital status, liability for military service, or status as a protected veteran.
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