Endoscopy Technician

Emory•Atlanta, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Assists the gastroenterologist during diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, including: Gastroscopy, Dilatation, Colonoscopy, Electrocoagulation, Flexible proctoscopy, Anoscopy, Peritoneoscopy, Liver biopsy, Sclerosis procedures, Motility studies, Secretin studies, Gastric analysis, Small bowel endoscopy, Transesophageal cardiography, and other related procedures. Assists with specimen collection for laboratory analysis, including biopsy specimens, cytology samples, fecal samples, viral cultures, duodenal aspirates, and other diagnostic specimens. May perform clinical support tasks such as starting or discontinuing IV fluids, administering enemas, operating EKG and other monitoring equipment, passing nasogastric (N-G) tubes, initiating and assisting with CPR, administering oxygen, and monitoring patient vital signs during procedures or recovery. Reports abnormalities or significant changes to the physician. Educates patients about upcoming procedures using verbal explanations, educational pamphlets, and relevant audiovisual materials. Ensures that patients’ questions are addressed by physicians or nurses before and after procedures. Verifies that a properly signed consent form is obtained before any procedure. Coordinates patient transport by instructing transport staff to pick up or discharge patients from hospital units or the Gastrointestinal Diagnostic (GID) Lab. May transport both inpatients and outpatients to and from the GID Lab using a wheelchair or stretcher. Performs procedures using specialized gastrointestinal laboratory equipment, including endoscopes, light sources, GID accessory equipment, cautery and photocoagulation devices, monitoring equipment, peritoneoscopy equipment, and motility machines. Maintains procedure rooms stocked with necessary supplies and equipment. Keeps work areas clean, organized, and free of dust. Maintains accurate and complete records, including procedure charges, data sheets, specimen and laboratory slips, medications administered, adverse reactions, equipment sent for repair, and other required documentation. Performs additional related duties as required.

Requirements

One year of experience as a Gastrointestinal Laboratory Technician or Perioperative Services Technician, OR Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), OR Four years of experience as a Gastrointestinal Laboratory Instrument Technician, OR Three years of experience as a Nursing Technician II.

Responsibilities

Assists the gastroenterologist during diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
Assists with specimen collection for laboratory analysis.
May perform clinical support tasks such as starting or discontinuing IV fluids, administering enemas, operating EKG and other monitoring equipment, passing nasogastric (N-G) tubes, initiating and assisting with CPR, administering oxygen, and monitoring patient vital signs during procedures or recovery.
Educates patients about upcoming procedures.
Ensures that patients’ questions are addressed by physicians or nurses before and after procedures.
Verifies that a properly signed consent form is obtained before any procedure.
Coordinates patient transport.
May transport both inpatients and outpatients to and from the GID Lab using a wheelchair or stretcher.
Performs procedures using specialized gastrointestinal laboratory equipment.
Maintains procedure rooms stocked with necessary supplies and equipment.
Keeps work areas clean, organized, and free of dust.
Maintains accurate and complete records.