Endoscopy Technician

KU MedWest Ambulatory Surgery • Shawnee, KS

1h

About The Position

The Endoscopy Technician supports endoscopy procedures at KU MedWest Ambulatory Surgery Center in GI. The technician assists with patient safety and care, prepares and provides supplies and instruments during procedures, maintains the sterile field, and handles specimens according to facility policy. The role also includes maintaining, cleaning, and preparing endoscopy equipment and instruments for processing, assisting with room turnover, communicating and collaborating with the care team, and participating in quality improvement, training, and professional development activities. The position reports to the OR Manager and does not supervise others.

The role involves a physically demanding, high-stress environment with exposure to blood and body fluids, communicable diseases, chemicals, radiation, and repetitive motions. It requires pushing and pulling heavy objects, lifting and carrying items up to 50 pounds, handling and lifting patients and equipment, and standing and walking for extensive periods. Corrected vision and hearing within the normal range are required. The posting also notes irregular hours.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Successful completion of a BLS course within 90 days of employment, or documentation of current BLS certification.
• Ability to meet the physical demands described, including lifting and carrying items weighing up to 50 pounds, pushing and pulling heavy objects, and standing and walking for extensive periods.
• Corrected vision and hearing within the normal range.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience as a GI Technician is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist during endoscopy procedures, protecting patients from injury and advocating for patient safety.
• Operate equipment and machinery safely and follow procedures for reporting and correcting unsafe situations.
• Handle specimens according to facility policy and procedures.
• Follow standard precautions, including use of personal protective equipment, and take steps to protect patients from infection.
• Perform interventions to maintain patient wound and tissue perfusion at or above baseline levels.
• Protect patient rights, dignity, privacy, and confidential health information; provide age-specific, culturally competent, ethical care within legal standards of practice.
• Comply with Universal Protocol and facility site-validation and time-out policies.
• Assemble required procedure supplies and equipment; prepare and organize sterile supplies and instruments.
• Provide instruments and supplies to the endoscopist and maintain an organized sterile field.
• Evaluate patient progress toward outcomes and provide accurate, concise, pertinent hand-off reports to teammates.
• Maintain endoscopy instruments and accessories in working order; recognize and troubleshoot malfunctions.
• Clean and prepare equipment and instruments for processing and transport them to decontamination areas.
• Prepare scopes for use according to policies, procedures, and manufacturer instructions for use.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with team members and other stakeholders; participate in multidisciplinary patient-care planning.
• Assist with post-procedure room cleaning and prepare the room for subsequent patients.
• Participate in quality review and performance-improvement projects, performance appraisal, team meetings, trainings, and daily safety huddles.
• Use problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills to foster effective work relationships.
• Maintain required competencies and pursue professional growth.
• Demonstrate fiscal responsibility.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED