Endoscopy Tech

Altru Health System•Grand Forks, ND

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Endoscopy Technician assists the medical team using endoscopes to diagnose or treat patients with gastrointestinal problems. The Technician interacts with patients, and helps physicians and nurses that specialize in gastrointestinal medicine by preparing the room and equipment, and assisting during endoscopy procedures. The Endoscopy Technician handles specimens collected, assists with transport of patients and assists with ordering of supplies and management of inventory. This position sets up and tests endoscopes and special instruments for each case.

Requirements

Unlicensed Assistive Person - Technician (UAP/T) | North Dakota Board of Nursing (NDBON) | Prior to Start Date
Nurse Aide | North Dakota Board of Health | Within 4 Months of Start Date
Basic Life Support (BLS) | American Heart Association (AHA) | Within 90 days of Start Date
Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English to ensure effective communication in the workplace and with patients, families, and team members.

Nice To Haves

Associates - Related Field
An equivalent combination of education and experience

Responsibilities

Sets up and test endoscopes and special instruments for each case.
Inspects endoscopes daily, assessing for any potential problems with endoscopes and equipment.
Troubleshoots equipment and communicates any concerns to the Supervisor and Biomedical Engineering.
Completes bedside cleaning of scopes after procedures and transports scopes to Central Sterile Department for cleaning.
Monitors supply inventory and orders and restocks rooms as needed.
Monitors CO2 tanks and exchanges empty tanks as needed.
Demonstrates the ability to adjust won workload to meet fluctuation in patient census and acuity.
Demonstrates understanding and follows infection control policies and procedures.
Performs other duties as assigned or needed to meet the needs of the department/organization.