GI Endoscopy Technician

Endoscopy Assistant

Assists in preparing patient for designated procedure as requested by physician

Assists physician during endoscopy procedure

Handles patient specimens per policy

Accurately completes laboratory slips and culture/path slips, as requested

Reports observed changes in patient condition to Endoscopy/Recovery Room nurse (if applicable)

After the procedure, restocks supplies as appropriate for the next procedure or end of the day

Works collaboratively with the healthcare team to prepare the endoscopy suite according to requirements of patient, physician, and procedure, but not be limited to, assembling and providing properly functioning equipment, supplies, and instruments

Works collaboratively with the endoscopy team to assure high level disinfection and/or sterility of instruments and supplies according to policy and procedure

Follows manufacturer's instructions for use for all steps of cleaning, high level disinfection or sterilization for instruments and/or equipment

Following manufacturer's instructions and centers policy and procedures, appropriately cleans endoscopy suite between cases and daily terminal cleaning

Assists with maintaining adequate inventory of supplies

Proactively participates in QAPI and Safety Programs

Demonstrates knowledge of and adheres to the Code of Conduct

Complies with center policies and procedures

Demonstrates an attitude that is caring, respectful, sensitive, tactful, compassionate, empathetic, and tolerant

Provides a safe environment for the patient

Communicates safety concerns appropriately, following Chain of Command

Legibly documents when necessary in the performance of job

Promotes patient and physician satisfaction

Practices appropriate aseptic techniques and sterile processes as appropriate to the endoscopy suite

Wears appropriate Personal Protected Equipment (PPE)

Observes universal precautions

Refers situations beyond ability or function to proper person

Regular and predictable attendance

Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned

Attends all required education

Qualifications

Behaviors

Required: Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

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