Endoscopy Tech, Gastrointestinal Lab, Full Time, Days

Prisma Health•Maryville, TN

About The Position

Performs the role of Endoscopy Tech, with on-the-job training for general endoscopy procedures used daily in an inpatient/outpatient setting. Coordinates instrumentation and specialized equipment and supply needs, prepares the procedure table, assists the proceduralist at the field during procedures, and supports other procedure-room staff as needed. The role also requires knowledge of the high-level disinfection process and working within standards and guidelines of industry agencies, including TJC, AAMI, AST, FDA, and SGNA. Prepares procedure rooms and patients, provides technical assistance with specialty equipment, assists the surgical team during procedures, handles specimens, and handles drugs and solutions under RN direction. Maintains a clean field and a safe procedural environment, operates advanced equipment, and cleans and resets rooms between procedures. May coach, mentor, and train coworkers or help integrate new team members. Performs specialty-team duties, ongoing education as applicable, and other duties as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, or post-high-school diploma / highest degree earned.
Knowledge of medical terminology.
No experience required.

Nice To Haves

Specialized training in sterile processing, surgical technology, or on-the-job training.
One year of related experience.

Responsibilities

Prepare procedure rooms by opening sterile supplies, setting up tables, and arranging instruments and supplies according to the case and proceduralist preferences.
Provide technical assistance with patient preparation and specialty equipment.
Assist the surgical team during procedures.
Care for specimens and handle drugs and solutions under the direction of the RN.
Maintain a clean field and follow accepted standards for safe patient care in the procedural environment.
Operate advanced equipment and supplies; comply with safe-working-condition policies and report unsafe conditions.
Clean and prepare rooms between procedures; return unused supplies, instruments, and extra equipment to proper storage.
Coach, mentor, and train coworkers as assigned, including assisting with the integration of new team members.
Share knowledge and expertise to support the team and department.
Perform specialty-team responsibilities and ongoing education as applicable.
Perform other duties as assigned.