Endoscopic Technician

Job Description

Functions primarily as a member of the endoscopic procedure team under the direction of a Physician/Registered Professional Nurse. Prepares and handles supplies, instruments and equipment in both sterile and non-sterile procedures.

Job Responsibility

1. Assists the procedure team by passing the required instruments to the physician, as directed, and utilizing the endoscopy accessories as directed (i.e. biopsy forceps, snares, etc).
2. Collaborates with physician and registered nurse regarding the proper identification and care of specimen.
3. Assists in preparation of room for procedure including, but not limited to, assembling equipment, supplies, instruments and special items needed for procedure and checking their function; and setting-up instruments and supplies for assigned procedure.
4. Assists in clean-up of procedure suite between cases including, but not limited to, disposal of contaminated waste and terminally cleaning of instruments, checking their function; operating decontamination equipment; replenishing special supplies, as needed; caring for special instruments and equipment; returning unused supplies to proper place; and bringing specimens to lab.
5. Performs related duties, as required.

*ADA Essential Functions

Job Qualification

* High School diploma or equivalent, required.
* Knowledge of endoscopy supplies, equipment and instruments as normally acquired by completing a Surgical Technology Program.
* Minimum of one (1) year hospital related sterile procedure experience, required. Endoscopic or Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) experience, preferred.
* Demonstrates understanding of medical terminology.
* Excellent communication skills to understand directions and provide information.

*Additional Salary Detail
The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).