Endoscopy Tech
About The Position
The Endoscopy Tech provides technical support during endoscopic procedures to help ensure patient safety and efficiency. The role includes preparing, maintaining, and sterile processing of endoscopy equipment; assisting physicians and licensed health care practitioners during procedures; preparing procedure rooms; and maintaining accurate documentation. The position requires technical proficiency, attention to detail in sterile processing, and collaboration in a fast-paced clinical setting. The Endoscopy Tech maintains daily cleaning processes for scopes and for cleaning, disinfecting, and storage areas; assists in preparing procedure areas; performs routine maintenance of scopes and endoscopic equipment; and participates in infection control studies. Patient-care assistance must remain within the scope of the employee’s licensure or certification.
Requirements
- Completion of a gastroenterology or endoscopy technician training program, or one year of related experience in a health care setting along with completion of a Certified Medical Assistant, Operating Room Tech, or Nursing Aide program.
- For the Lead role: two years of directly related work experience as an Endoscopy Tech (or equivalent) within the last three years, or a combination of related experience or education demonstrating the ability to perform the position’s duties.
- Certified Flexible Endoscope Reprocessor, upon hire; or Certified Nursing Assistant: Washington, upon hire; or Medical Assistant Certification: Washington, upon hire; or Surgical Technologist Registration: Washington, upon hire.
- Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire.
Responsibilities
- Maintain daily cleaning processes for scopes and for cleaning, disinfecting, and storage areas.
- Assist in preparing procedure areas.
- Provide patient-care assistance to a licensed health care practitioner during endoscopy procedures, within scope of licensure or certification.
- Perform routine maintenance of scopes and endoscopic equipment.
- Participate in infection control studies.
- Maintain accurate documentation.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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