PRN Endoscopy Technician

United Digestive•Gainesville, GA

20d•Onsite

About The Position

The Endoscopy Technician cleans and maintains endoscopy equipment according to manufacturers’ guidelines and supports the overall function of the center. The position assists with instrument reprocessing, basic clinical tasks, housekeeping, and clerical and front-office duties as assigned by management. Under direct supervision, the technician assists with patient care as needed, including preparing equipment and supplies, supporting physicians during procedures, collecting and labeling specimens, and assisting with admission and discharge procedures. The role also involves maintaining equipment and supplies, following infection-control and safety procedures, documenting required information, making post-procedure telephone calls, and cross-training to provide support in other areas.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Certified Medical Assistant credential or equivalent; a minimum of two years of endoscopy experience may be considered in lieu of certification.
Computer literacy and ability to operate healthcare systems and multiple Microsoft Office applications.
Professional, outgoing, warm, and helpful attitude.
Ability to provide a high level of customer service.
Ability to communicate clearly with patients, clients, and coworkers by telephone, email, and in person.
Ability to plan, prioritize, and complete multiple delegated tasks.
Ability to work under pressure, assess and respond to issues, and communicate them in a timely manner.
Ability to maintain composure and set a professional example for coworkers.
Reliability, punctuality, and ability to work independently.
Ability to handle and lift patients, push, pull, reach, grasp, perform fine finger movements, and discern temperature, texture, size, and shape by touch.
Good visual acuity and accurate color vision.
Ability to speak and hear.
Ability to stand and walk for extensive periods.
Ability to handle several directives and set priorities.
Ability to observe safety guidelines when using medical equipment and work in a patient-care environment with potential exposure to blood and body fluids, infectious disease, and chemical and electrical hazards.

Nice To Haves

Certified Flexible Endoscopy Reprocessor (CFER).

Responsibilities

Assist with direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse.
Explain procedures and expected sensations to patients and provide instructions to encourage cooperation and minimize discomfort.
Provide emotional and physical support to patients during procedures.
Set up appropriate equipment and ensure necessary supplies are available for procedures.
Assist the physician with procedures as directed.
Take and record vital signs; place a blood pressure cuff, pulse oximeter sensor, ECG leads, nasal cannula, and grounding pad.
Collect, prepare, and accurately label specimens.
Report patient findings and observations promptly to the supervisor or responsible registered nurse.
Clean, maintain, and handle expensive and fragile equipment according to manufacturers’ published guidelines.
Maintain adequate supplies in procedure rooms, utility rooms, pre-op, and recovery areas.
Report broken equipment, send equipment for repair, and maintain an accurate endoscope count according to practice policy.
Follow infection-control procedures and established policies, procedures, quality-improvement, safety, environmental infection-control, accreditation, and regulatory requirements.
Make post-procedure telephone calls.
Complete required documentation in forms and systems.
Follow written and verbal directions related to patient-care policies and procedures.
Assist with admission and discharge procedures as directed.
Cross-train and provide backup support in other areas, including the scope room and front office.
Expand skills to include minor procedures and data entry.
Complete required training and perform other assigned duties or special tasks.