Endoscopy Technician

Job description

The Department of Perioperative Services at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is seeking a full-time TH CTS Endoscopy Associate / Endoscopy Technician.
General Duties
• Assist in the setup of the procedural room
• Assemble necessary supplies and instruments for the gastrointestinal procedures
• Perform hand hygiene as required
• Assist with the preparation of the patient undergoing a gastrointestinal procedure
• Actively participate in the patient verification process and all processes associated with the
• safety of the procedural patient
• Confirm and ensure the high-level disinfection of all procedural scopes
• Assist with all infection prevention measures
• Assist with patient safety measures including those associated with reducing the risk of infection as well as care and handling of specimens
• Assist with the cleaning of the procedure room, post procedure and at end of day
• Assist with the maintenance of supplies and equipment necessary for gastrointestinal procedures
• Maintain proficiency and competency of usage of all gastrointestinal equipment and supplies
• Assist providers during gastrointestinal procedures
• Prepare and maintain procedure rooms before, during, and after endoscopic procedures.
• Assemble, inspect, and organize the equipment, instruments, and supplies required for gastrointestinal procedures.
• Assist physicians, nurses, and other clinical staff during diagnostic endoscopic procedures.
• Assist with positioning and preparing patients for procedures under the direction of licensed clinical staff.
• Participate in patient-identification, procedure-verification, time-out, and other established patient-safety processes.
• Perform hand hygiene and follow all infection-prevention and standard-precaution requirements.
• Clean, decontaminate, inspect, test, transport, store, and support the high-level disinfection of endoscopes and accessories in accordance with established policies and manufacturers’ instructions for use.
• Assist with the safe collection, labeling, handling, and transport of specimens.
• Clean and disinfect procedure rooms, equipment, and work areas between cases and at the end of the day.
• Monitor and replenish supplies required for gastrointestinal procedures and promptly report shortages.
• Inspect equipment for proper operation and report damaged, malfunctioning, or missing equipment.
• Maintain competency in the operation, care, and handling of endoscopy equipment, instruments, and supplies.
• Follow hospital policies regarding patient privacy, infection prevention, environmental safety, and workplace safety.
• Complete required documentation and maintain accurate reprocessing and quality-control records, as assigned.
• Participate in required education, competency assessments, quality-improvement activities, and departmental initiatives.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support the operational needs of the Endoscopy Unit and Department of Perioperative Services

Required Qualifications
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ year of relevant clinical experience or successful completion of an approved surgical technology, endoscopy technology, or comparable clinical training program.
• Ability to understand and follow infection-prevention practices, safety procedures, and manufacturers’ instructions for use.
• Ability to handle endoscopy equipment, instruments, supplies, and specimens safely and appropriately.
• Effective communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced procedural environment.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, including standing for extended periods and moving or positioning equipment and supplies.
• Or, a satisfactory equivalent combination of experience, education and training.

Preferred Qualifications
• Previous experience in an Endoscopy Unit, gastrointestinal procedure area, operating room, or other procedural setting.
• Experience with endoscope cleaning, decontamination, and high-level disinfection.
• Current Basic Life Support certification.
• Endoscopy technician or flexible endoscope reprocessor certification, if applicable.