Endoscopy Technician

University Medical Center Of El Paso • El Paso, TX

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About The Position

Under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, assists with a variety of endoscopic procedures activities for patients of varying ages. Provides assistance in setting up and maintaining endoscopy equipment and supplies. Uses established policies, procedures and ANSI/AAMI guidelines for receiving, decontaminating, transporting, and disinfecting of medical equipment. Maintains and prepares Endoscopy equipment for the procedure room according to Manufacturer Instructions for Use (MIFU). Provides technical assistance to physicians performing endoscopic procedures for inpatients and outpatients general and advanced procedures such as Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA) using Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS), active bleeders, Colonic stent, Esophageal stent, hepatobiliary stent placement procedures, Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy (POEM), Endoscopic Mucosal Resection, and but not limited to Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection (ESD) procedures. Provides on-call coverage for urgent/emergent procedures as scheduled. Assists with the maintenance of a clean environment within the department.

Requirements

• One year of experience in a hospital, clinic, or endoscopy setting preferred.
• Current CPR Certification.
• High School diploma or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with a variety of endoscopic procedures activities for patients of varying ages.
• Set up and maintain endoscopy equipment and supplies.
• Follow established policies, procedures and ANSI/AAMI guidelines for medical equipment.
• Maintain and prepare Endoscopy equipment for the procedure room according to Manufacturer Instructions for Use (MIFU).
• Provide technical assistance to physicians during endoscopic procedures.
• Provide on-call coverage for urgent/emergent procedures.
• Assist with maintaining a clean environment within the department.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED