Fibroscan Tech

Detailed description

Scope of responsibilities and accountability:

• Practices within the scope of the Ohio Nurse Practice Act and approved OGGI policies and procedures.
• Assures quality patient care throughout the fibro scan testing experience.
• Maintains positive working relationships with physicians, managers, and peers.
• Maintains work environment by performing proper and safe care and of fibro scan equipment.
• Follows infections control standards at all times
• Reports directly to Director of Nursing and/or designee.

Major activities and essential job functions: 

• Responsible for the scheduling and performance of Fibro Scan tests for patients.

• Tests equipment prior to either procedure to ensure it is working properly. 
• Properly cleans and disinfects/sterilizes accessories used during the procedure.
• Calls technical support for any issues with fibro scan equipment.
• Ensures test results are reviewed by physicians in a timely manner
• Maintains equipment records
• Maintains appropriate inventory levels, assisting with ordering and practice cost containment.
• Secures and restock rooms with supplies/accessories
• May gather initial patient information questions such as patient complaint, known allergies, may help patient undress and dress, may take and record vital signs, assist with patient discharge as needed
• Responsible for protecting confidential and/or privileged information according to office policy.  Promotes and supports patient/family-centered care.
• Adheres to infection control principles and applies universal precautions according office standards.
• Will work with EMR (electronic medical records) including accessing the electronic chart, documenting, scanning
• Functions as a liaison between patients/families, nursing staff, physicians, physician offices or other centers
• Performs other duties as assigned