Endoscopy Technician

McLaren Health Care•Port Huron, MI

11d

About The Position

The Endoscopy Technician assists medical and nursing staff during endoscopy procedures and ensures that endoscopy rooms are clean and prepared. The role prepares and maintains instruments and equipment and may obtain patient specimens. At McLaren Port Huron, the position does not sterilize instruments and does not require knowledge of coding or billing. The technician supports the unit’s effective communication and operational needs, maintains competency through continued self-growth, and supports McLaren Port Huron’s mission and vision through behaviors reflecting its values. The position also provides compassionate assistance to patients and families and follows applicable healthcare regulations and safety policies.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Basic understanding of patient care, medical terminology, anatomy, surgical techniques, and equipment within the endoscopy technician scope of practice.
Knowledge of patient-care techniques and principles of sterile technique.
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and customer-service skills.
Familiarity with electronic medical health-care record systems.
Ability to handle multiple requests and prioritize appropriately.
Ability to work in stressful situations.

Nice To Haves

Endoscopy Technician Certification.
One year of directly related experience.

Responsibilities

Ensure endoscopy rooms are clean, sterile, and stocked before procedures, including sterilizing surgical instruments where applicable; the McLaren Port Huron position specifically does not sterilize instruments.
Maintain inventories of endoscopic equipment and supplies.
Perform safety checks to verify equipment is functioning properly and maintain or repair endoscopic equipment.
Prepare procedure rooms or suites according to endoscopic procedure requirements.
Clean, disinfect, or calibrate scopes and other endoscopic instruments according to manufacturer recommendations and facility standards.
Position or transport patients as directed by medical personnel.
Set up, scrub, and support the team during endoscopic procedures, including collecting patient specimens using standard medical procedures.
Perform clerical duties, including ordering supplies, maintaining logs, retrieving or entering patient information, conducting inventory, and supporting administrative and clerical staff as needed.
Provide compassionate support, attention, and assistance to patients and families.
Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, including HIPAA and OSHA.
Maintain a safe and clean work environment and protect patients and employees by following infection-control, hazardous-waste, and other policies and protocols.
Perform other related duties as required and directed.
Support McLaren Port Huron’s mission and vision through behaviors reflecting its values.
Contribute to effective communication and efficient unit operations.
Demonstrate commitment to continued self-growth and maintenance of competency.