Endoscopy Technician

Bryn Mawr Medical Specialists Association•Lower Merion Township, PA

4d•$23 - $25

About The Position

Under the guidance and supervision of the Clinical Director or designee, the Endoscopy Technician participates as a member of the endoscopic team in planning, preparing, and producing a safe and effective endoscopic experience for patients undergoing GI endoscopic procedures. The role includes preparing and checking cases, verifying equipment function, assisting with equipment and instrument cleaning and processing, setting up procedure rooms, documenting information, and maintaining a safe, clean environment. The technician works collaboratively with the endoscopy team, supports patient safety and infection prevention, and maintains patient and organizational confidentiality. The schedule is Monday through Friday during daytime hours, 40 hours per week. The stated pay range is $23–$25 per hour. Benefits listed include medical, vision, and dental insurance, a 401(k), a pension/profit-sharing plan, and generous PTO. Benefits, PTO, and holiday pay are available only to employees working 24 or more hours per week.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Familiarity with personal computers and ancillary equipment, telephones, billing computer systems, copiers, and fax machines.
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Ability to communicate effectively with the public, peers, and physicians.
Ability to understand reports generated by a computer system.
Ability to add, subtract, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to follow written, oral, or diagrammed instructions and use common-sense understanding to solve problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of full-time or full-time-equivalent experience as an endoscopic technician or assistant in an ambulatory surgical facility or acute care setting.

Responsibilities

Participate as a member of the endoscopic team in planning and preparing for GI endoscopic procedures.
Prepare and check assigned cases for the supplies and equipment needed for each procedure.
Check endoscopy equipment before each case and before the patient arrives to ensure it is functioning properly; promptly report inoperative or malfunctioning equipment.
Handle equipment properly to avoid damage or loss.
Assist with cleaning and processing endoscopy equipment and reusable instruments according to policy and procedure.
Clean the procedure room and set it up for the next procedure.
Document information according to policy.
Maintain positive, cooperative relationships with team members and adapt to workload changes to help complete the schedule.
Assist other department staff with routine duties and help orient new personnel when assigned.
Perform duties safely, demonstrating patient safety awareness and proper body mechanics when moving patients or equipment.
Know and follow departmental safety policies and procedures, and participate in identifying and evaluating potential safety problems and precautions.
Follow OSHA and infection-control guidelines for health maintenance and infection prevention.
Maintain confidentiality of patient, center, and physician information; respect patient privacy and comply with HIPAA.
Actively participate in the patient safety improvement and management program.
Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly endoscopy environment, including cleaning, disinfection, and daily maintenance of the environment and equipment.