Endoscopy Technician | Endoscopy | Days | Full Time

Overview The Endoscopy Tech is responsible for: Providing support services to Anesthesiologists; CRNAs/AAs; Fellows, and GI/Endoscopy Suite Physicians, Nursing staff, and other care providers in the provision of patient care before, during, and after GI procedures. Maintaining Anesthesia and Endoscopic equipment/accessories, supplies, and inventory. Care, handling, and reprocessing of endoscopic equipment/accessories Set up, turn over, and take down of the procedure room. Assisting with delegated tasks of direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse and/or physicians in Endoscopy. Providing technical assistance to physicians and nursing staff during procedures as directed, within their scope of practice.

Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience Requirements :

High School Diploma or equivalent. One to two years experience in a health care related role i.e. nursing assistant or PCA; MA; Anesthesia Tech required;

Prefer:

College degree with emphasis on biology and human anatomy. Experience with high-level disinfection/sterile processing of supplies/equipment and infection control practices. Experience providing anesthesia support in an OR/Procedural setting is highly desirable. BLS Computer experience preferred

Demonstrated:

strong oral and written communication skills; excellence in public contact skills; ability to problem-solve, prioritize, and display initiative; dependability, ability to accept direction and interact with others as a team member essential; strong organizational skills with demonstrated ability to work independently; understanding of medical terminology. Completion of the SGNA Associates Program by end of first year; Completion of SGNA Advanced Associates program within 18 months of hire. Certification (

Certified Flexible Endoscope Reprocessor:

CFER; or

Certified Endoscope Reprocessor:

CER) preferred within 2 years of hire.

Motor Vehicle Operator Designation:

Employees in this position: Will not operate vehicles for an assigned business purpose

Licensure/Certification/Registration :

Basic Life Support every 2 years or CPR checkoff yearly. Maintain Certification if Obtained. Annual competencies must be met as set by department.

Qualifications:

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements :

High School Diploma or equivalent. One to two years experience in a health care related role i.e. nursing assistant or PCA; MA; Anesthesia Tech required;

Prefer:

College degree with emphasis on biology and human anatomy. Experience with high-level disinfection/sterile processing of supplies/equipment and infection control practices. Experience providing anesthesia support in an OR/Procedural setting is highly desirable. BLS Computer experience preferred

Demonstrated:

strong oral and written communication skills; excellence in public contact skills; ability to problem-solve, prioritize, and display initiative; dependability, ability to accept direction and interact with others as a team member essential; strong organizational skills with demonstrated ability to work independently; understanding of medical terminology. Completion of the SGNA Associates Program by end of first year; Completion of SGNA Advanced Associates program within 18 months of hire. Certification (

Certified Flexible Endoscope Reprocessor:

CFER; or

Certified Endoscope Reprocessor:

CER) preferred within 2 years of hire.

Motor Vehicle Operator Designation:

Employees in this position: Will not operate vehicles for an assigned business purpose

Licensure/Certification/Registration :

Basic Life Support every 2 years or CPR checkoff yearly. Maintain Certification if Obtained. Annual competencies must be met as set by department.