Endoscopy Technician

Riverview Health•Westfield, IN

About The Position

The Endoscopy Technician assists physicians and other providers with procedures in the gastroenterology endoscopy setting. The role serves patients ranging from adolescents to older adults and requires understanding their age-specific needs. The setting provides care to outpatients with a wide range of illnesses and complaints. Some duties may be performed independently with intermittent supervision by the Registered Nurse.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least one year of experience in a clinical setting.
BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
Obtain Endoscopy Technician Certification within three months of hire.

Nice To Haves

Endoscopy Technician Certification through completion of the SGNA Associates Program and/or formal training or experience in a medical specialty, such as LPN, MA, or certified nursing assistant (CNA).
One year of experience assisting in GI/Pulmonary medical procedures.
Endoscopy Technician certification at hire.

Responsibilities

Participate in educating patients about procedures, including preparation, rationale, and expectations, and support patients during procedures with coaching and relaxation techniques.
Assist the RN in transporting sedated patients to recovery and, when needed, escort patients to locations for discharge.
Communicate accurate patient observations, interventions, and outcomes to the Registered Nurse and assist with patient monitoring during and following procedures when appropriate.
Inspect equipment and accessories for defects before use to support infection prevention; inform the RN of equipment and accessories used, including quantity, size, and settings, for medical-record documentation.
Assist with applying monitoring equipment and setting parameters and alarms for NIBP, ECG, and pulse oximetry.
Initiate start-up of the endoscopy network and photo documentation procedures.
Participate in specimen collection and handling, and label specimens according to hospital policy.
Perform procedures within scope of practice in the Endoscopy setting, operating room, or at the patient bedside, including ICU, ED, or Radiology.
Assist with pulmonary procedures such as bronchoscopy and insertion of indwelling pleural catheters, as well as other indicated procedures.
Assist with therapeutic interventions such as balloon dilations, polypectomy, sphincterotomy, stent placement, and gastrostomy tube placement.
Pre-clean and disinfect endoscopic equipment and accessories before sterile processing.
Stock procedure rooms and initiate supply reorders as needed.
Make telephone reminder calls for procedures and provide limited procedure information under RN supervision.
Provide emergency care when necessary using basic life support protocols (CPR certified) until Registered Nurse and/or physician staff arrive.
Perform other duties as assigned.