Endoscopy Technician - Full-Time

About the Role

Assists the procedural team during endoscopic procedures under the direct supervision of the performing physician, performing only those duties assigned by the physician.

Responsibilities

• Places equipment and supplies in the endoscopic procedure room and arranges instruments according to instructions.
• Assists team members to position patients.
• Performs and/or participates in safety checks including “Time Out” prior to the beginning of procedures in collaboration with all team members (other technicians, anesthesia and nursing staff, and performing physician).
• Maintains supply of endoscopic supplies necessary for procedures and patient care during the procedures.
• Hands instruments and supplies to the physician and performs other tasks as directed by the physician during endoscopic procedures.
• Documents interventions and patient care activities in collaboration with other team members in the electronic health record and any other patient record, as appropriate, correctly and accurately.
• Cleans, reprocesses, and maintains endoscopes and all equipment according to manufacturer’s recommendations, industry standards, and strictly adheres to all infection control standards.
• Maintains reprocessing machines and all reprocessing-related equipment in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations, industry standards, and strictly adheres to all infection control standards.
• Cleans and maintains the endoscopic procedure rooms according to industry and infection control standards.
• Assists in the acquisition of tissue specimens as directed by and under the direct supervision of the performing physician.
• Responsible for appropriate labeling, care, and security of all specimens obtained from the time of acquisition until secured for laboratory group pickup.
• Responsible for appropriate tracking documentation of all specimens, including verification of the accuracy of any and all reports generated via the electronic health record system.
• Follows and complies with all safety policies.
• Other duties as assigned within the scope of responsibility.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• One to three years of related experience and/or training.
• Maintains knowledge, skills, and abilities through ongoing education.
• Completes all mandatory reviews/educational requirements assigned.
• Participates in performance improvement activities.
• Actively committed to meeting/exceeding employee expectations/satisfaction in the performance of job functions.
• Retains all accreditations, licensures, and designations in good standing.
• Maintains compliance with all laws and applicable regulatory requirements. Acts promptly to comply with required changes.

Schedule

Full-time, 40 hours per week, benefits eligible.