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General Information

Job Name
Bronchoscopy Technician
Department
1040170 - M CVRI Pulm Function Lab
Position type
Full Time
Workplace
Fully On-Site
Primary Location
San Francisco, CA, United States
Job ID
2525

Description & Requirements

Job Description

The Bronchoscopy Technician is an essential team member of the Bronchoscopy Service. The technician is fully responsible for performing all of the key responsibilities listed below, including setting up the equipment prior to procedures, providing local anesthesia to the patient, assisting the bronchoscopist with handling of procedure instruments, collection of samples, and cleaning up after procedures. In addition, the bronchoscopy technician generates reports, bills, and maintains inventory of all equipment and disposable supplies. The Bronchoscopy Service is a procedural unit of the Adult Pulmonary Laboratories, CVRI and the Pulmonary and Critical Care Division. It provides the equipment, supplies, and trained technical personnel to assist the Pulmonary Attending Physicians and Interventional Pulmonologists when they perform bronchoscopies and related pulmonary procedures, including pleural procedures. These procedures may be conducted as part of the clinical evaluation and/or treatment of patients seen on the Inpatient Consult Service, the Lung Transplant Service, and the Interventional Pulmonology Medicine Service. These procedures are also conducted as part of certain clinical research protocols carried out by the Pulmonary Attending Physicians. The service also provides training for medical residents and Pulmonary Fellows during their rotations on the Pulmonary Service at Moffitt-Long and Mt Zion Hospitals.

Qualifications
- BA/BS in Biological Sciences or another applicable natural science major; or two years of college courses in the natural sciences plus two years of applicable experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. - Prior experience working with (extremely ill) patients in a hospital or clinic setting - Maintain environmental health and safety training, HIPAA training. - Excellent interpersonal skills both verbal and written - Ability to deal with a variety of people, including (extremely ill) patients - Ability to multitask - Ability to work closely with other employees - Ability to troubleshoot problems independently and in a team setting - Able to communicate effectively with patients and be sensitive to their needs - Ability to adapt to multiple demands/high volume work environment - Ability to perform local anesthesia to patients - Ability to assist with handling biopsy forceps, brushes and biopsy needles - Ability to push a heavy cart containing equipment and supplies Preferred Qualifications: - Ability to use statistics - Ability to work with a variety of personalities
About UCSF
The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.
Pride Values
UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as https://www.ucsf.edu/about/mission-and-values . In addition to , UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available https://diversity.ucsf.edu/ . Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.
EEO Statement
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Additional Details

Job Code
HOSP LAB TCHN 1 (008976)
Assignment Category
Limited Appt
IAP Level
None
Job Family
Clinical Laboratory Services
Campus 1
Parnassus Heights (SF)
Percentage (%)
100
Shift Length
8 hours
Shift Type
Day
Bargaining Unit
EX
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