Endoscopy Technician

Emory Healthcare•Scottdale, GA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Assists the physician in performing routine and complex gastrointestinal diagnostic procedures. Provides orientation and training to lower-level technicians. Delivers pre- and post-operative education to patients. Reviews procedure schedules and recommends improvements to enhance workflow. Communicates directly with other hospital departments to schedule patient procedures, order necessary supplies, and conduct in-service education for hospital staff.

Requirements

Two (2) years of experience as a Gastro-Intestinal Diagnostic Laboratory Technician.

Responsibilities

Sets up and assists the gastroenterologist with procedures including: Gastroscopy, Dilatation, Colonoscopy, Electrocoagulation, Flexible proctoscopy, Anoscopy, Peritoneoscopy, Liver biopsy, Sclerosis procedures, Motility studies, Secretin studies, Gastric analysis, Small bowel endoscopy, Transesophageal cardiography, and other related procedures.
Assists with specimen collection for laboratory analysis, including: Biopsy specimens, Cytology samples, Fecal samples, Viral cultures, Duodenal aspirates, and other diagnostic specimens.
Operates EKG and other patient monitoring equipment.
May discontinue IV fluids when appropriate.
Initiates and assists with CPR when required.
Administers oxygen therapy.
Monitors patient vital signs during endoscopy and recovery procedures and reports abnormalities to the physician.
Under physician or nursing supervision, may prepare and administer medications.
Operates specialized gastrointestinal diagnostic equipment including: Endoscopes, Light sources, GID accessory equipment, Cautery and photocoagulation devices, Monitoring equipment, Peritoneoscopy equipment, Motility machines, and other related equipment.
Performs preventive maintenance on equipment.
Troubleshoots equipment malfunctions when they occur.
Maintains knowledge of inventory standards and equipment locations.
Communicates low inventory levels to the manager and orders needed supplies from other departments.
Properly disposes of broken or damaged equipment.
Educates patients about procedures using: Verbal explanations, Educational pamphlets, and Relevant audiovisual materials.
Ensures patients’ questions are addressed by coordinating with physicians or nurses before and after procedures.
Verifies that a properly signed consent form is obtained prior to any procedure.
Coordinates with transport staff to pick up and discharge patients from nursing units or hospital departments.
May transport both inpatients and outpatients to and from the GID Lab using a wheelchair or stretcher.
Works with management to develop a professional development plan.
Attends educational in-services and training sessions as appropriate.
Participates in professional activities and organizations to stay informed of current practices and developments.
Maintains accurate and complete records, including: Procedure charges, Data sheets, Specimen and laboratory slips, Medications administered, Adverse reactions, Equipment sent for repair, and Other required documentation.
Coordinates patient scheduling with other hospital departments.
Assists with training new employees in the GID Lab.
Helps train visiting personnel from other hospitals.
May conduct GID-related in-service training for non-GID personnel.
Performs other related duties as required.