What are the responsibilities and job description for the Endoscopy Technician position at AMSURG?
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