Description

The endoscopy technician is a member of the endoscopy team trained to function in an assistive role in the delivery of safe patient care including pre-operatively, intra-operatively, and post-operatively.

Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

• Surgical Services within the hospital. May be stressful dealing with individuals, staff, patients, and family. Potential exposure to radiation/toxic materials. Regularly exposed to Blood Borne materials (Category I) or Chemical Hazards.
• Prolonged, extensive or considerable walking and standing. Considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling and crouching. 8–12-hour intervals, available for call.

 The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Job Specific Duties & Responsibilities

1. Obtains appropriate supplies and equipment for procedure, charge to the appropriate account. Inform Circulator or Charge Nurse of conflict in equipment or scheduled procedure.
2. Assist equipment care and maintenance, reports and problems to leadership to have work order submitted.
3. Understands and demonstrates in depth knowledge of aseptic technique and maintaining a sterile environment.
4. Demonstrates accurate and complete set ups and maintains an organized and sharp-safe work area.
5. Demonstrates knowledge of the functions of the endoscopic equipment and operates the equipment in a safe an appropriate manner.
6. Assists Circulator in moving, positioning, and caring for patients.
7. Anticipates physicians’ needs for patient procedures.
8. Demonstrates proper technique for processing, identifying and passing off field all specimens.
9. Responsible for reviewing Surgeon Preference card to open case in a cost-effective manner and to properly return supplies not used.
10. Verbalizes step by step process of scope cleaning and operation of scope washer machines. Verbalizes process for quality control.
11. Follows policies and procedures for the administration of medications on the sterile field.
12. Responsible for completing Annual Required Safety Training and Annual Health Screen.
13. Verbalizes role in Fire and Malignant Hypothermia.
14. Performs other related duties as required.

Requirements

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

High School graduate or equivalent preferred.

Experience:

CNA, MA, or other medical experience beneficial

 Job Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

Knowledge and skill of surgical aseptic techniques, procedures and hospital standards.

Certification/Licenses:

BLS certification required prior to first clinical shift (must be issued by the American Heart Association).

Ongoing Competencies:

+ Annual Review of Fire/Safety/Disaster Plan