Endoscopy Technician

About the Role

The Endoscope Technician assists in providing nursing care and preparing endoscopy patients in the Ambulatory Care Unit and/or Surgical Department. This role functions as a member of the procedure team, supporting endoscopy procedures, maintaining equipment, and handling specimens while delivering care to patients across all age groups (neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric).

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care under the direction of the surgeon and registered nurse (RN).
• Adheres to infection-control policies and protocols to protect patients and team members.
• Sets up and maintains a sterile field for endoscopic procedures.
• Prepares the procedural suite, ensuring all equipment, supplies, and instruments are ready.
• Performs gowning, gloving, and draping for endoscopic cases.
• Anticipates and meets the needs of physicians during procedures.
• Cleans procedural rooms and equipment according to established policies.
• Cleans and prepares endoscopic supplies and instruments for transportation to the decontamination area.
• Demonstrates competency in transporting or assisting with patient transportation per departmental procedures.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and operational integrity.
• Fosters cooperative relationships among healthcare teams through communication and problem-solving.
• Ensures regular attendance and punctuality for scheduled shifts.
• Adapts care methods to accommodate physical, cultural, age-specific, and developmental needs.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge through continuing education.
• Utilizes assistive devices for lifting as mandated by safety protocols.
• Adheres to all safety protocols, including respirator and fit testing for exposure risks.
• Implements DRH Standards of Behavior and aligns with DRH core values.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Fluency in oral and written English.
• Basic computer skills, including email, Electronic Health Record (EHR) tools, and information technology navigation.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to adapt quickly to urgent situations and changing procedures, processes, or tools.
• Previous endoscopy experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Certification as a Certified Endoscope Reprocessor (CER) required within six (6) months of hire/transfer.
• American Heart Association BLS certification required; may obtain within 30 days of hire/transfer.
• For positions requiring travel, a valid driver’s license and automobile liability insurance are required.

Additional Information

This is a safety-sensitive position as defined by Oklahoma law. Applicants cannot test positive for Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) in pre-employment or any subsequent drug tests, even with a valid medical marijuana card.

Respirator and fit testing are required for exposure to airborne infectious diseases, droplet-producing procedures, or caustic chemicals. Vaccinations are required per DRH policy, with medical and religious exemptions available upon request.