Endoscopy Technician
About The Position
The Endoscopy Technician works under the direction of the endoscopist and/or Registered Nurse during endoscopic procedures and may assist the RN with technical aspects of circulating duties. The role helps maintain procedure-room supplies and endoscopic equipment, supports the care team during GI endoscopic procedures, and disassembles and reprocesses instruments after procedures in accordance with departmental policy. The technician maintains required documentation and communicates with patients, families, and members of the health care team. The role may also assist with special procedures, such as Yag lasers and wound care, under the direction of the RN and physician. Employees must comply with applicable ethical, legal, privacy, information-security, and company conduct requirements. The position may involve access to confidential customer information, which must be protected in accordance with HIPAA and company policies.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED, or one to three months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- CPR certification from the American Heart Association within 60 days of hire.
- Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate.
- Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate.
- Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate.
Nice To Haves
- Associate's degree in a health-related field.
- Prior GI-endoscopy experience.
Responsibilities
- Maintain procedure-room supplies and endoscopic equipment; ensure equipment is in suitable condition and available.
- Participate as an integral member of the team during GI endoscopic procedures.
- Disassemble and reprocess instrumentation after procedures according to current departmental policy, and maintain documentation as required.
- Maintain effective two-way communication with patients, families, and health care team members.
- Assist with special procedures, such as Yag lasers and wound care, under the direction of the RN and physician.
- Perform other duties as assigned or required.
- Comply with applicable laws, company policies, conduct requirements, HIPAA, privacy policies, and information-security guidelines.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
