What are the responsibilities and job description for the Endoscopy Technician position at Acadiana Endoscopy Center Inc?
Description:
JOB SUMMARY: Provides skilled, experienced bedside assistance to the physician during procedures. May learn needed skills by receiving on the job training from an experienced assistant in GI procedures.
Job Duties:
- Assembles all equipment and accessories that may be needed in scheduled case
- Is knowledgeable with all equipment, accessories and instruments used during endoscopy cases
- Is familiar with preferences of each endoscopist working in the center
- Anticipates physician needs based on procedure indications
- Familiar with pressure points on patient abdomen to assist passage of endoscope through colon during colonoscopy.
- Familiar with assistance requirements for all endoscopy situations (ie: biopsy, snare, clips, loops, etc.)
- Assist in other areas during free time
- Participates in orientation of new employees
- Updates knowledge by attending inservices and seminars
- Attends and contributes to staff meetings
- Participates in QAPI activities
Personnel Requirements
Knowledge:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Technical Assistant Curriculum or on the job training
- Understanding of clean and sterile technique
- Familiar with facility policies – especially Infection Control, OSHA regulations, use of PPE, patient safety
- Ability to trouble shoot problems with equipment in room
Skills:
- Member of endoscopy procedure room team
- Knowledge of equipment used
- Anticipate needs of physician during cases
- Organization
Abilities:
- Superior communication skills
- Adaptability
- Self motivated
- Good decision making skills
- Excellent hand-eye coordination and dexterity
Physical demands:
- Standing for long periods of time
- Visual acuity
- Ability to hear requests from physician