Job Description

UT Health Rio Grande Valley Surgery Center, located in McAllen, TX, is a multispecialty ambulatory surgery center managed by Atlas Healthcare Partners. The center offers advanced surgical services in Orthopedics, Gastroenterology, and General Surgery within a patient-focused environment. Featuring 4 operating rooms and 2 procedure rooms, UT Health Rio Grande Valley Surgery Center delivers high-quality, efficient outpatient care through a skilled clinical team and streamlined processes, serving the McAllen community with accessible surgical solutions.

This position assists with prescribed endoscopic procedures in accordance with department/facility policies, procedures and protocols. This position ensures optimal care/treatment to patient population.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
• Assists with case preparation, pulls appropriate instruments and supplies. May assists with maintaining the accurate information on preference cards. Reviews case for procedural needs and ensures the correct diagnostic and therapeutic devices are available.
• Assists in performing endoscopic procedures in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. Anticipates and prepares for changing needs.
• Demonstrates the principles of aseptic technique and universal precautions throughout the procedure. Disposes of sharps and trash. Responsible for the cleaning, disinfection, sterilization and storage of scopes and reusable devices. Ensures that unused supplies are returned appropriately.
• Demonstrates knowledge of all diagnostic and therapeutic equipment, assists with the proper set up of appropriate equipment and positioning devices/patients in procedures rooms. Assist with the cleaning/stocking of procedure rooms and carts.
• Supports the operations of the department by assisting with clerical duties as needed.
• Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards.
• Provides all customers with an excellent service experience by consistently demonstrating our core and leader behaviors each and every day.

NOTE: The essential functions are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented as outlined by the incumbent's immediate manager.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge. BLS certification. This position requires clinical knowledge normally associated with 1 - 2 years of previous experience in a health care setting. Must demonstrate effective organizational, communication and human relations skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Certification preferred. Additional related education and/or experience preferred.