Endoscopy Tech / Medical Assistant - Gastroenterology - SRS - Variable Shift - Full Time

What You Will Do

The Endoscopy Technician is responsible for performing a variety of direct patient care activities and assisting with endoscopic procedures under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and Gastroenterologist.

• Assists patients, staff and physicians as needed to maintain a high level of operational efficiency.
• Affords patient data management through transcription and documentation.
• Provides quality care to designated patient population.
• Serves as a departmental resource for areas of endoscope reprocessing and equipment maintenance.

Required Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or Equivalent
• 1 Year Medical Assistant experience in related clinical area.
• AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) - American Heart Association -REQUIRED
• 1 Year endoscopy lab experience (Preferred)
• Certificate of completion of ASGE Endoscopy Technician training program is required within 90 days of hire.

Essential Functions

• Maintains quality logbook documentation for regulatory compliance.
• Organizes and completes daily requirements and responsibilities within time frames.
• Maintains equipment and supplies and may assist with ordering supplies and restocking rooms.
• Ensures optimal workflow by assisting in transfers of patients as necessary; fosters efficient turnaround of rooms.
• Completes department inventories per guidelines and participates in and prepares for site inspections and inventories.
• Maintains appropriate supply levels.
• Responds to changing circumstances and prioritizes patient needs.
• Enters authorizations and schedules surgeries and procedures in a timely and accurate manner.
• May schedule patient appointments.
• May review pre-printed teaching materials or written instructions from the provider with patient.
• Participates in clinical projects as directed by physician or manager.
• Partners with physician to continuously learn and expand clinical knowledge base.
• Uses universal precautions and demonstrates knowledge of infection control policies and procedures.
• Acts as a positive role model and ensures appropriate service delivery.