Endoscopy Technician

Under supervision with emphasis upon the provision of maximum patient care assists in all services necessary for proper operation of the Endoscopy Unit.

Job Standards and Performance Expectations
Care
up carts equipment and supplies required of specific procedures.
all rooms with necessary equipment supplies and accessories.
the selection and use of proper patient chargeable.
charges for items used in patient care.
in batching patient charges daily and delivering batched charges to Data Processing.
and delivers service/care in the proper sequence.
in providing patient education on Endoscopy in regards to monitoring the devices oxygen cannula and temperature indicator.
in transport and movement of the patient.
safety procedures for each patient based on population-specific needs and patient status.
specimens and transport to the lab in a timely manner as required.
sensitivity to the needs of patient and other customers with emotional as well as technical clinical support. Demonstrates good communication skills and empathy. Treats patients visitors family members co-workers and all who enter the facility in a courteous manner.
patient care and support activities in a manner that recognizes the importance of the patients time. Responds promptly to patients and co-workers requests/need in a timely manner.
to evaluate and follow-up on his/her own services. Provides all necessary services to those patients and staff members with whom she/he works.

the ability to utilize supplies in a cost-effective manner and ensure that all chargeable items have a charge generated.
with ordering of stock supplies from Material Management.
in reconciliation of lost charges.
and intervenes to reduce waste of costly supplies by other personnel.
use of Supply Omnicell system.
carefully and precisely without creating unnecessary errors. Pays close attention to details.
good organization skills and utilizes time wisely.
not spend an excessive amount of time on rework or accruing unnecessary over time.
responsibility for patients clothing and personal property while in Endoscopy by securing items in accordance with established procedures.
patient by checking armband ensures that safety rails are up during transport and that brakes are locked on stretchers and wheelchairs before moving the patient.
and rectifies sources of potential accidents by maintaining cleanliness of the rooms proper disposal of garbage and hazardous waste materials.
check light sources instruments and accessory equipment for proper functioning and notifies charge nurse when problem is found.
to the Blood borne Pathogen regulations as established by OSHA.
weekly for outdated supplies in storage areas and rotates sterilizes and restocks according to accepted Endoscopy procedure.
cleans and disinfects the endoscopes according to Infection Control guidelines.
an awareness of risk management issues governing the delivery of patient care.
time to accomplish work in an efficient manner.
shall conform to regulatory customer and organizational requirements.
equipment and performs job-related duties in a safe manner.
appropriately to fire safety and disaster situations. Utilizes Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in the appropriate manner for optimal personal protection.

& Teamwork
nurses and physicians with Endoscopic procedures.
in ongoing Endoscopic teaching and updating of information equipment instrumentation and supplies.
with other employees and departments to coordinates services.
knowledge and skills to implement the protocol in the event of an internal disaster.
knowledge of all sterilization protocol steam and gas autoclaves chemical disinfectants ultrasonic washer Steris Sterilizer instruments and products for patient care procedures sterilization and packaging.
sterilizers and packages all endoscopic accessories per hospital protocol.
independently in a safe and appropriate manner. Demonstrates both problem-solving and problem prevention skills. Treat patients and co-workers in an ethical manner. Puts the patients well-being before personal financial or procedural concerns.
requested adjusts personal schedule to meet department/unit needs.

Duties As Assigned
in continuing education by attending in-service and department conference as assigned.
responsibility as a hospital team member and keeps informed by reading notices and memos attending professional meetings and conferences as scheduled and maintaining membership in professional organizations as applicable.
c. Observes and carries out policies and procedures regarding infection control practices. d. Utilizes Universal Precautions at all times.
e. Adheres to hospital policy on the usage of Paid Time Off and Extended Illness Time.
f. Reports to work on time and if necessary reports tardiness to appropriate person.
g. Maintains a professional appearance according to job requirements at all times.
h. Attended all required mandatory educational sessions.
i. Adheres to infection control practices. Has completed required TB skin tests).
j. Assumes personal responsibility for ongoing continuing education and professional development.
k. Accepts additional work assignments as assigned by supervisor.

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Work Experience:

Previous clinical experience.

License & Cert:

CPR required.