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.

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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.

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