Endoscopy Technician - Endoscopy
About The Position
The Endoscopy Technician is a member of the Ambulatory Surgical Team who performs duties supporting the direct and indirect care of patients undergoing ambulatory surgical procedures. The technician supports medical and nursing staff to provide a coordinated patient experience. Duties include serving as the primary scrub person and handling instruments, supplies, and equipment before, during, and after endoscopic or radiologic procedures; assisting with circulating duties under the direct supervision of an Ambulatory Surgery RN; assisting with room turnover and therapeutic and diagnostic interventions; participating in preoperative and postoperative care under a Registered Nurse’s supervision; and cleaning, stocking, and organizing procedure rooms and support areas. The technician is expected to be reliable, organized, able to work independently, anticipate where assistance is needed, and work well with others in a fast-paced outpatient surgery environment. The position takes call for GI Endoscopy Services and requires competency in basic OR Technician skills to float between Main Campus and ASC operating rooms as needed. The role is full-time, with 40 standard hours per week, a day shift of 7:00 AM–5:30 PM, and weekend work as scheduled.
Requirements
- High school graduate or GED.
- Graduate of a surgical technology school; obtain OR certification within 12 months of hire.
- Complete the SGNA Associates Program online within 6 months of hire.
- Meet pre-employment screening and physical requirements.
- Obtain AHA-BLS within 6 months of hire; a current non-BLS card is honored until its renewal date.
- Ability to anticipate, prioritize, perform, and complete multiple responsibilities in a timely manner.
- Ability to work independently under stressful conditions.
- Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Provide proof of 15 hours of continuing education yearly.
- Training and competency in attending to the special needs or behaviors appropriate to the ages of patients receiving care.
Nice To Haves
- Basic computer knowledge and familiarity with PC operation.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct and indirect support for patients undergoing ambulatory surgical procedures.
- Support medical and nursing staff in delivering a coordinated patient experience.
- Serve as the primary scrub person and handle instruments, supplies, and equipment before, during, and after endoscopic or radiologic procedures.
- Assist with circulating duties under the direct supervision of an Ambulatory Surgery RN.
- Assist with procedure-room turnover and therapeutic and diagnostic interventions.
- Participate in preoperative and postoperative care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
- Clean, stock, and organize procedure rooms and support areas.
- Take call for GI Endoscopy Services as scheduled.
- Float between Main Campus and ASC operating rooms as needed, using basic OR Technician skills.
- Provide age-appropriate care based on training and competency for the patients served.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
