Endoscopy Technician

Riverview Health•Westfield, IN

23d

About The Position

The Endoscopy Technician assists physicians and other providers with procedures in the gastroenterology endoscopy setting. The role serves patients ranging from adolescents to older adults and requires an understanding of age-specific needs. Patients include outpatients presenting with a wide range of illnesses and complaints. Some duties may be performed independently with intermittent supervision by a Registered Nurse.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least one year of experience in a clinical setting.
BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
Obtain Endoscopy Technician Certification within three months of hire.

Nice To Haves

Endoscopy Technician Certification through completion of the SGNA Associates Program, formal training, or experience in a medical specialty such as LPN, MA, or certified nursing assistant (CNA).
One year of experience assisting with GI/Pulmonary medical procedures.
Endoscopy Technician certification at hire.

Responsibilities

Participate in educating patients about their procedures, including preparation, rationale, and expectations, and support patients during procedures with coaching and relaxation techniques.
Assist the RN with transporting sedated patients to the recovery area and escort patients to designated discharge locations when needed.
Communicate accurate observations, interventions, and outcomes of care to the RN, and assist with patient monitoring during and after procedures when appropriate.
Inspect equipment and accessories for defects before use to support infection prevention, and inform the RN of equipment and accessories used, including quantity, size, and settings, for medical-record documentation.
Assist with applying monitoring equipment and setting parameters and alarms for NIBP, ECG, and pulse oximetry.
Initiate start-up of the endoscopy network and photo documentation procedures.
Participate in specimen collection and handling and label specimens in accordance with hospital policy.
Perform procedures within scope of practice in the Endoscopy setting, Operating room, or at the patient bedside, including in the ICU, ED, or Radiology.
Assist with pulmonary procedures, including bronchoscopy and insertion of indwelling pleural catheters, and other procedures as indicated.
Assist with therapeutic interventions, including balloon dilations, polypectomy, sphincterotomy, stent placement, and gastrostomy tube placement, and other procedures as indicated.
Pre-clean and disinfect endoscopic equipment and accessories before sterile processing.
Stock procedure rooms and initiate reordering of supplies as needed.
Make telephone reminder calls for procedures and provide limited procedure information under RN supervision.
Provide emergency care when necessary using basic life support protocols until Registered Nurse and/or physician staff arrive.
Perform other duties as assigned.