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. Assists with cleanliness of procedure room area and

assists with room turnover.

QUALIFICATIONS:

High school Diploma or equivalent

BLS certification

One (1) year experience as a endoscopy technologist (preferred)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

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

Teamwork

Works collaboratively with healthcare team

Exhibits high level of integrity

Maintains flexibility and performs other duties as required

Participates in staff meetings, in-services, and continuing education as required