Endoscopy Technician

Northwell • Manhasset, NY

16h

About The Position

Functions primarily as a member of the endoscopic procedure team under the direction of a Physician/Registered Professional Nurse. Prepares and handles supplies, instruments and equipment in both sterile and non-sterile procedures.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 1-3 years of technical experience, required.

Responsibilities

• Assists the procedure team by passing the required instruments to the physician, as directed, and utilizing the endoscopy accessories as directed (i.e. biopsy forceps, snares, etc.).
• Identifies, with registered nurse, intra-procedure medication, dosage and labeling of all solutions and drugs.
• Collaborates with physician and registered nurse regarding the proper identification and care of specimen.
• Assists in preparation of room for procedure including, but not limited to, assembling equipment, supplies, instruments and special items needed for procedure and checking their function; setting-up instruments and supplies for assigned procedure.
• Assists in clean-up of procedure suite between cases including, but not limited to, disposal of contaminated waste and terminally cleaning of instruments, checking their function; operating decontamination equipment; replenishing special supplies, as needed; caring for special instruments and equipment; returning unused supplies to proper place; bringing specimens to lab.
• Performs related duties as required. All responsibilities noted here are considered essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Duties not mentioned here, but considered related are not essential functions.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED