Endoscopy Technician

Overview As an Endoscopy/GI Tech at The Endoscopy Center of Delaware, you will utilize your skills and expertise to provide care to patients. You will demonstrate proficiency in the endoscopic procedure space. The primary role is to work the scope room, clean scopes, process scopes, set up and break down the room, and process specimens on manifest. You will help with stocking and delivery of department supplies including specialty supplies. The Endoscopy Center of Delaware is an outpatient endoscopic facility specializing in colonoscopy, flexible sigmoidoscopy and upper endoscopy. We currently operate 4 rooms performing an average of 42 procedures a day. We are located at 1090 Old Churchmans Road, Newark, DE. Parking is free. Position Summary Responsible for rendering professional care to patients undergoing surgical procedures within the Center, in accordance with established procedures. Functions cooperatively with physicians and team members exhibiting teamwork characteristics. May be responsible for ensuring proper care and use of instruments and equipment. May transport patients to and from procedure room and assist with cleanliness of procedure room area and room turnover. Qualifications High school Diploma or equivalent BLS certification One (1) year experience as an endoscopy technologist (preferred) Essential Duties and Responsibilities Assists physician during endoscopy procedure if needed 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 the requirements of the patient, physician, and procedure, 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 Appropriately cleans endoscopy suite between cases and performs daily terminal cleaning following manufacturer’s instructions and center policy and procedures 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 Protective Equipment (PPE) Observes universal precautions Refers situations beyond ability or function to the proper person Regular and predictable attendance Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned Attends all required education Benefits AMSURG offers a variety of health and welfare benefit options, including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability Health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA, Limited Health Care FSA, Transportation and Parking FSA, HSAs Matching 401(K) Plan Paid Time Off: 9 observed holidays, paid family leave, and PTO accrued each pay period. Depending on position, employees can earn a minimum of 20 days and up to 25 days per calendar year. Equal Opportunity Employment We do not discriminate in practices or employment opportunities on the basis of an individual's race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other prohibited category set forth in federal or state regulations. We are an equal opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr