Endoscopy Tech, FT Days

Prisma Health•Columbia, SC

About The Position

The Endoscopy Tech performs general endoscopy procedures in inpatient and outpatient settings, with on-the-job training. The role coordinates instrumentation and specialized equipment and supply needs, prepares procedure tables, assists the proceduralist during procedures, supports other procedure-room staff, and follows high-level disinfection processes. The position works in accordance with standards and guidelines from industry agencies, including TJC, AAMI, AST, FDA, and SGNA. The Endoscopy Tech prepares procedure rooms and patients, provides technical assistance with specialty equipment, assists the surgical team during procedures, and maintains a clean and safe procedural field. The role also handles specimens, drugs, and solutions under RN direction; cleans rooms between procedures; returns unused items to storage; and supports coworker coaching, mentoring, training, and onboarding. The position reports to a supervisor, manager, director, or executive and is a non-management role.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, or post-high-school diploma/highest degree earned.
Knowledge of medical terminology.

Nice To Haves

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

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 operative procedures.
Care for specimens and handle drugs and solutions under the direction of the RN.
Maintain a clean field during procedures and adhere to 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; train and assist with integrating new team members.
Share knowledge, ideas, and expertise to support the team and department.
Maintain responsibilities and perform duties included in the specialty team assignment, including ongoing education as applicable.
Perform other duties as assigned.