Endoscopy Technician

POSITION SUMMARY :

An Endoscopy Technician performs technical responsibilities relative to treatment and care of the

Endoscopy patient with the instrumentation utilized in that treatment. Monitors PAR levels of all

instrumentation and supplies. The Endoscopy Technician prepares, assembles, and organizes the

work environment, equipment and supplies necessary to perform diagnostic and / or therapeutic

procedures. Participates in staff meetings and performance improvement activities. Works under the

direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse.

Job duties include but are not limited to :

Effectively organizing time, equipment, supplies to ensure that needed items are readily available in the assigned procedure room.

Uses equipment accurately to ensure no equipment is broken or instruments lost.

Provides comfort and reassurance to the patient and promotes privacy and dignity.

Assists the physician during GI procedures and handles specimens.

Assists in cleaning and high-level disinfection of equipment, utilizing manual processes and an automated endoscope re-processor (AER).

Assists in the cleaning and turnover of the procedure room between cases.

Maintains current knowledge of endoscopic procedures.

Performs other duties as needed.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :

High School graduate or equivalent

• 2 years Endoscopy technician experience required.
• Endoscopy certification preferred.

REQUIRED LICENSURE AND CERTIFICATION :

Current Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

Ability to read and interpret documents in English such as safety rules, operating and maintenance

instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to

speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

Additional languages

preferred.

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common

fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar

graphs.

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or

diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized

situations.

Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age

of patients served in the Center. Must demonstrate the knowledge of the principle of growth and

development of the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patients

requirements relative to his / her age specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the

Center's policies and procedures.

Knowledge of the use and handling of instruments, endoscopic equipment; scope cleaning machines

and sterilizer, standard precautions and terminal cleaning of surgical instruments and scope cleaning

rooms.

Demonstrates knowledge of specific technical surgical skills.

Functions within the position description and within the scope of employee / patient relationship.

Participates in opportunities of continuing education.

Demonstrates the ability to utilize recognized channels of communication.

Demonstrates the ability to maintain good interpersonal relationships with patients, co-workers, and

other health team members.

Benefits :

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

Health Savings Account with an employer contribution

Life Insurance

PTO

401(k) retirement plan with a company match

And more!

Equal Employment Opportunity & Work Force Diversity

Our organization is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, parental status, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic testing results or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws. This practice relates to all personnel matters such as compensation, benefits, training, promotions, transfers, layoffs, etc. Furthermore, our organization is committed to going beyond the legal requirements of equal employment opportunity to take positive actions which ensure diversity in the workplace and result in a multi-cultural organization.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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