Endoscopy Technician

Job Description

Job Summary:

• The Endoscopy Technician I works under the general supervision of a Registered Nurse to assist physicians and clinical staff with endoscopic procedures, patient preparation, equipment maintenance, and infection prevention.
• The technician ensures endoscopy equipment and procedure rooms are properly prepared, cleaned, disinfected, and maintained.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Prepare procedure rooms and ensure all required equipment and supplies are available and functioning properly.
• Assist physicians and clinical staff during endoscopic procedures while following aseptic techniques and standard precautions.
• Clean, disinfect, and decontaminate endoscopy equipment according to established protocols.
• Operate and maintain specialized equipment and perform routine quality checks.
• Prepare patients for procedures, transport equipment as needed, and observe patients for changes in condition, promptly notifying clinical staff.
• Clean procedure rooms before and after procedures and transport soiled equipment to the decontamination area.
• Maintain adequate inventory, replenish supplies, and place supply orders as needed.
• Identify equipment issues and coordinate necessary repairs.
• Follow infection prevention, safety, and department policies.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years of Endoscopy Technician experience.
• Current AHA BLS certification.
• Experience with upper and lower GI procedures.
• Knowledge of product decontamination and reprocessing procedures.
• Experience using Medivator systems and Olympus endoscopy products.
• Experience assisting with advanced GI procedures, including.
• ERCP and EUS.
• Bronchoscopy.
• Food bolus removal.
• GI bleeds.
• SpyGlass procedures.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Ability to work the required schedule and rotating call, including weekends and holidays.
• Must be available immediately and able to clear onboarding requirements quickly.