Endoscopy Technician with Experience

Job Purpose:

Aids physicians during endoscopy procedures by welcoming and preparing patients; preparing and placing equipment; recording results; maintaining equipment and supplies.

Duties:

* Welcomes endoscopy patients by confirming patient identification; reviewing examination requests; checking for special instructions; consulting with physicians.

* Comforts endoscopy patients by answering questions; responding to requests; explaining equipment and testing procedures.

* Prepares endoscopy patients for examination by placing patient in proper position; preparing and administering sedations.

* Prepares equipment for procedure by cleaning, high-level disinfecting, and sterilizing endoscope and examination table; placing endoscope and monitor for physician's ease.

* Assists physicians during endoscopy procedures by comforting patients; observing for adverse reactions; warning physician; preparing and marking specimens.

* Maintains record of endoscopy procedures by entering patient information and physician's observations.

* Maintains endoscopy equipment and supplies by troubleshooting problems; performing preventive maintenance and minor repairs; reporting equipment malfunctions; arranging for repairs; maintaining supplies inventory; completing and placing supply requisitions.

* Maintains quality results by following standards and procedures.

* Maintains safe and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations; complying with Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE) guidelines.

* Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities.

* Enhances organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.

Skills/Qualifications:

Nursing Skills, Procedural Skills, Use of Medical Technologies, Bedside Manner, Analyzing Information, Medical Teamwork, Creating a Safe, Effective Environment, Equipment Maintenance, Equipment Calibration, Informing Others, Thoroughness