Endoscopy Technician - Full Time

AMSURG; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Medical, Dental and Vision Plans

Paid Time Off

Work/Life balance

Job summary

AMSURG is seeking a Full-time Endoscopy Technician to support endoscopy procedures, patient preparation, and post-procedure care on a Monday–Friday schedule in Akron, OH.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED and BLS certification. The role emphasizes patient safety, sterile technique, and collaboration with physicians and the healthcare team.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing patient for designated procedure as requested by physician.
• Assist physician during endoscopy procedure.
• Handle patient specimens per policy.
• Accurately completes laboratory slips and culture/path slips, as requested.
• Reports observed changes in patient condition to Endoscopy/Recovery Room nurse.

Education

HS diploma or GED

BLS certification

Job description

We are currently searching for a Full time Endoscopy Technician to work Mondays – Fridays who can work cooperatively with staff and physicians and perform a variety of tasks.

You must possess a HS school diploma/GED and a BLS certification.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists in preparing patient for designated procedure as requested by physician
• Assists physician during endoscopy procedure
• Handles patient specimens per policy
• Accurately completes laboratory slips and culture/path slips, as requested
• Reports observed changes in patient condition to Endoscopy/Recovery Room nurse (if applicable)
• After the procedure, restocks supplies as appropriate for the next procedure or end of the day
• Works collaboratively with the healthcare team to prepare the endoscopy suite according to requirements of patient, physician, and procedure, but not be limited to, assembling and providing properly functioning equipment, supplies, and instruments
• Follows manufacturer’s instructions for use for all steps of cleaning, high level disinfection or sterilization for instruments and/or equipment

• Following manufacturer’s instructions and centers policy and procedures, appropriately cleans endoscopy suite between cases and daily terminal cleaning

• Assists with maintaining adequate inventory of supplies
• Proactively participates in QAPI and Safety Programs
• Demonstrates knowledge of and adheres to the Code of Conduct
• Complies with center policies and procedures
• Demonstrates an attitude that is caring, respectful, sensitive, tactful, compassionate, empathetic, and tolerant
• Provides a safe environment for the patient
• Communicates safety concerns appropriately, following Chain of Command
• Legibly documents when necessary in the performance of job
• Promotes patient and physician satisfaction
• Practices appropriate aseptic techniques and sterile processes as appropriate to the endoscopy suite
• Wears appropriate Personal Protected Equipment (PPE)
• Observes universal precautions
• Refers situations beyond ability or function to proper person
• Regular and predictable attendance
• Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned
• Attends all required education

• We offerCompetitive Pay, Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• PlusWork/Life balance by Paid Time Off