What are the responsibilities and job description for the Endoscopy Tech PRN position at Tennova Healthcare- North Knoxville Medical Center?
Job Summary
The Endoscopy Technician supports high-quality, patient-centered care by assisting with endoscopic procedures and maintaining equipment to ensure safety and compliance. Performs technical and specialized duties under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, including preparing procedure rooms, cleaning and disinfecting endoscopic equipment, and ensuring proper inventory of supplies. Plays a vital role in facilitating efficient procedures and maintaining accurate documentation.
Essential Functions
The Endoscopy Technician supports high-quality, patient-centered care by assisting with endoscopic procedures and maintaining equipment to ensure safety and compliance. Performs technical and specialized duties under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, including preparing procedure rooms, cleaning and disinfecting endoscopic equipment, and ensuring proper inventory of supplies. Plays a vital role in facilitating efficient procedures and maintaining accurate documentation.
Essential Functions
- Prepares procedure rooms and ensures proper setup of equipment, instruments, and supplies for each endoscopic procedure.
- Assists procedural teams by anticipating the needs of the physician and supporting patient positioning during procedures.
- Cleans, decontaminates, and performs high-level disinfection of endoscopic equipment according to manufacturer guidelines and facility policies.
- Troubleshoots and resolves issues with endoscopes and related equipment to minimize procedural delays.
- Ensures proper handling, labeling, and documentation of specimens and cultures in accordance with policy.
- Monitors and maintains inventory of supplies, ensuring all items are in stock and removing expired items as needed.
- Maintains accurate department records, including quality control documentation for decontamination and equipment maintenance.
- Assists with scheduling, preoperative calls, and medical record organization to support procedural readiness.
- Transports patients and supplies as necessary, ensuring timely and safe movement.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
- Completion of an accredited Endoscopy Technician or sterile processing program preferred
- 0-2 years of healthcare experience required
- 1-3 years of previous endoscopy experience preferred
- Knowledge of endoscopic procedures, equipment maintenance, and disinfection protocols.
- Strong understanding of aseptic techniques and infection control standards.
- Ability to anticipate procedural needs and respond effectively to physician and team requirements.
- Excellent organizational and multitasking skills to manage supplies, documentation, and patient transport.
- Proficiency in using communication tools to address concerns and resolve issues.
- Commitment to maintaining a safe and patient-centered care environment.
- BCLS - Basic Life Support Issued by American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) or American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI) required
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)-AAMA preferred or
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant preferred or
- Certified Patient Care Technician (CPCT) preferred
- Indiana: SGNA course within six (6) months of employment.
- New Mexico: GI certification or Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) or Certified Operating Room Surgical Technologist (CORST) preferred.
- Pennsylvania: SGNA course within six (6) months of employment.
- Texas: Successful completion of assigned SAMA course within 30 days of hire required.