EndoscopyGI Technician (ASC) Gi Surgery (OR)

Job Summary



Under the direction of the RN GI physician or ASC leadership the Endoscopy / GI Technician provides technical and procedural support in a GI endoscopy suite. The technician sets up maintains and decontaminates endoscopic equipment assists physicians during procedures helps with patient preparation and recovery and ensures proper room turnover. This position ensures compliance with infection control sterilization equipment maintenance and safety protocols.

This role requires competence in sterile technique handling scopes/equipment and the ability to assist clinical staff and physicians.



Key Responsibilities & Duties

Below is a detailed breakdown of duties. Some tasks may vary depending on the ASCs case mix procedures and staffing model.

Pre-Procedure / Setup

Prepare the procedure rooms (endoscopy suite) before the first case of the day:

Check and calibrate endoscopic equipment (video processors light sources insufflators suction monitors cables).

Assemble and lay out procedural instrument trays sterile disposables and accessories.

Verify availability of scopes biopsy forceps snares injection needles polypectomy tools etc.

Ensure suction air/water insufflation systems pumps and monitors are functional.

Confirm that all supplies sterilization indicators and backup equipment are in place.

Stock the room with sterile gowns gloves drapes cleaning solutions and ancillary supplies.

Assist in patient arrival tasks: escorting patients hooking up monitoring equipment (e.g. vital signs) turning on monitors connecting basic lines (non-invasive) under RN direction.

Review procedure schedule and confirm the anticipated needs of each case (e.g. extra biopsy sets special devices).

Intra-Procedure Support

Assist the physician and RN during GI endoscopy procedures (e.g. upper endoscopy / EGD colonoscopy flexible sigmoidoscopy ERCP support if applicable) by:

Anticipating and passing instruments accessories or tools (snare forceps injection needles clips) in a sterile manner.

Controlling equipment (e.g. irrigating channels suction water light air/CO₂) as requested.

Managing the video system image capture documentation and assisting with scope handling/repositioning if needed.

Maintaining a sterile field and ensuring aseptic technique is upheld throughout the procedure.

Observing patient status (non-invasive monitoring) and notifying RN or physician of any concerns (e.g. alarms monitor changes).

Handling and transferring biopsy or specimen containers; labeling preserving and preparing specimens for pathology or microbiology.

Post-Procedure / Turnover

Clean disinfect and reprocess endoscopic instruments and accessories in compliance with facility protocols manufacturer instructions and regulatory standards (e.g. high-level disinfection).

Perform leak tests calibration checks and preventive maintenance on scopes and equipment as per schedule.

Document discrepancies malfunctions or scope damage and escalate to maintenance or vendor support.

Reassemble instruments test for functionality and restock trays and supplies.

Turn over procedural rooms efficiently: remove used trays disinfect surfaces restock and ready the room for the next case.

Dispose of biowaste sharps and waste according to infection control and OSHA rules.

Maintain logs (reprocessing logs maintenance logs cleaning logs tracking of scopes).

Conduct daily/weekly checks of equipment supplies and inventories.

Inventory Maintenance & Quality Assurance

Monitor inventory levels of scopes accessories disposables and cleaning supplies. Place orders or request replenishment as needed.

Track and rotate stock to avoid expiration of sterile supplies.

Coordinate with biomedical engineering service vendors or manufacturer representatives for repairs calibrations and equipment upgrades.

Participate in quality assurance infection control audits and instrumentation quality monitoring (e.g. sample culture checks leak test records).

Assist with documentation of quality indicators (e.g. reprocessing compliance scope utilization metrics downtime).

Assist with performance improvement projects training of new technicians and policy/procedure updates as directed.

Patient Interaction & Safety

Assist in patient positioning comfort draping and safe transfer (to/from gurney bed or procedural table) under supervision.

Explain basic procedural steps or answer non-clinical questions (within scope) under RN supervision.

Monitor the procedural environment for safety cleanliness and sterility.

Respond to emergencies (e.g. equipment alarms code blue) by assisting clinical staff as trained.

Ensure compliance with safety guidelines (e.g. electrical safety radiation safety if applicable fire safety sharps safety).

Documentation & Reporting

Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the patient chart or electronic health record (EHR) concerning instruments used specimen collection procedural times and scope handling logs.

Report equipment malfunctions discrepancies or adverse events to supervisors.

Provide input on procedure outcomes instrument performance and improvement areas.

Other Duties

Participate in continuing education to stay current with endoscopy technology reprocessing standards and safety guidelines.

Assist with departmental projects special procedural setups or expansion efforts as needed.

Fill in or cross-train in related roles such as sterile processing supply management or GI outpatient clinic tasks.



Required Skills Knowledge & Abilities

High school diploma or equivalent; additional training or certificate in medical technology sterile processing surgical tech or allied health is a plus.

Prior experience (0-2 years) in endoscopy surgical tech sterile processing or gastrointestinal procedures is preferred but not mandatory.

Basic knowledge of anatomy/physiology of GI tract (upper GI colon esophagus small bowel).

Familiarity with endoscopic equipment: video processors light sources insufflators suction systems monitors scopes accessories.

Understanding of sterilization high-level disinfection infection control and aseptic techniques.

Ability to follow standard operating procedures manufacturer instructions and infection control policies precisely.

Good manual dexterity attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced procedural environment.

Ability to multi-task prioritize and anticipate needs of the physician and clinical team.

Good communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with RNs physicians and other staff.

Basic computer skills familiarity with documentation systems and inventory tracking.

Physical ability to stand for long periods move/lift moderately heavy instrument carts or equipment (as per facility policy) and perform bending/squatting.

Ability to maintain composure under procedural stress or emergencies.

Willingness to work variable hours/shifts including early mornings or occasional weekends (depending on ASC schedule).



Preferred / Optional Qualifications

Formal certification (such as Certified Endoscopy Technician CFER Certified Flexible Endoscope Reprocessor or similar)

Prior experience in an ASC or GI procedural setting

Basic life support (BLS) certification

Knowledge of advanced GI procedures (e.g. ERCP endoscopic ultrasound)

Training in radiation safety (if fluoroscopy is used in GI)

Experience with quality improvement instrumentation QA reprocessing auditing



Working Conditions & Environment

Clean room / procedure suite environment with requirements for sterile technique.

Occasional exposure to blood bodily fluids sharps and chemical disinfectants (glutaraldehyde peracetic acid etc.).

Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves gowns masks face shields etc.

Regular contact with patients clinicians and support staff.

Possible requirement to respond to equipment issues emergency cases or overtime demands.

Adequate lighting ventilation and safety controls in the ASC environment.



Performance Metrics / Success Criteria

Room turnover times (i.e. time between cases)

Instrument reprocessing compliance (leak tests high-level disinfection logs scope function)

Procedural support feedback (physician / RN satisfaction)

Equipment uptime / scope downtime

Inventory accuracy and stock management

Adherence to infection control and safety standards

Error rates (e.g. specimen mislabeling instrument damage)

Participation in training QA/improvement initiatives

Required Skills:

Endoscopy