Endo Technician

Job Description

Job Summary:

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty.
• The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
• This job competently and professionally assists in procedures, understands the basic principles of anatomy and physiology associated with GI procedures, and ensures appropriate handling and maintenance of equipment and supplies.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist physicians during procedures.
• Ensures endo Product cleanliness and/or disinfection while maintaining quality control measures.
• Maintains all equipment.
• Maintains technical and professional knowledge.
• Provides effective care and adapts to change positively and constructively.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Education:

• Required – High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience:

• 2+ years
• Must be able to function independently, as will be only tech on call, and must be able to perform all regular and advanced GI procedures including EUS and ERCP, and all pulmonary procedures, including advanced bronchoscopies, EBUS and ION Robot.
• Please confirm candidates have these qualifications and include on cover sheet.

Certifications:

• Required – Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Preferred – Certified Endo Product Re-processor (CER) Certification obtained through IAHCSMM, Certified Flexible Endo Product Re-processor (CFER), Certification obtained through CBSPD

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Ability to travel throughout and between facilities and work a flexible work schedule.

Physical and Environmental Demands:

• The essential physical functions of this job include (but are not limited to) the following:
• Frequently exerting 10 to 20 pounds of force to move objects; occasionally exerting up to 100 pounds of force.
• Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.