Endoscopy Technician

Atlas Healthcare Partners; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlas Healthcare Partners in Tucson, AZ seeks a full-time Endoscopy Support Technician to assist with prescribed endoscopic procedures and ensure optimal patient care in our facility.

Responsibilities include case preparation, instrument handling, equipment setup, aseptic technique, and post-procedure cleaning and stocking. The role also supports clerical tasks and general department operations as needed.

Qualifications

• Requires organizational, communication and human relations skills.
• BLS certification is required.
• Typically 1–2 years of healthcare experience expected.

Responsibilities

• Assist with case preparation and pull instruments and supplies.
• Assist in endoscopic procedures and ensure necessary equipment is ready.
• Clean, disinfect and store scopes and reusable devices per policy.
• Participate in clerical tasks and general department support.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Human relations

BLS certification

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Job description

Status: Full-Time

POSITION SUMMARY

This position assists with prescribed endoscopic procedures in accordance with department/facility policies, procedures and protocols. This position ensures optimal care/treatment to patient population.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assists with case preparation, pulls appropriate instruments and supplies. May assists with maintaining the accurate information on preference cards. Reviews case for procedural needs and ensures the correct diagnostic and therapeutic devices are available.
• Assists in performing endoscopic procedures in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. Anticipates and prepares for changing needs.
• Demonstrates the principles of aseptic technique and universal precautions throughout the procedure. Disposes of sharps and trash. Responsible for the cleaning, disinfection, sterilization and storage of scopes and reusable devices. Ensures that unused supplies are returned appropriately.
• Demonstrates knowledge of all diagnostic and therapeutic equipment, assists with the proper set up of appropriate equipment and positioning devices/patients in procedures rooms. Assist with the cleaning/stocking of procedure rooms and carts.
• Supports the operations of the department by assisting with clerical duties as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards. Provides all customers with an excellent service experience by consistently demonstrating our core and leader behaviors each and every day.

NOTE: The essential functions are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented as outlined by the incumbent's immediate manager.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge.
• BLS certification.
• This position requires clinical knowledge normally associated with 1 - 2 years of previous experience in a health care setting.
• Must demonstrate effective organizational, communication and human relations skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Certification preferred.
• Additional related education and/or experience preferred.