Endoscopy Technician - Full Time

AmSurg Corp; Akron, Northern (OH, KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision plans

Paid time off

Work-life balance

Job summary

AmSurg Corp in Akron, OH is seeking a Full-time Endoscopy Technician to join a collaborative health care team. The role involves preparing patients for procedures, assisting physicians, and maintaining the endoscopy suite. You must have a high school diploma or GED and a BLS certification.

The position emphasizes aseptic technique, proper PPE use, and adherence to safety and quality programs. This on-site role requires reliable attendance and accurate documentation, inventory management, and

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• BLS certification required.
• Ability to work cooperatively with staff and physicians.
• Knowledge of aseptic techniques and sterile processes.

Responsibilities

• Assists in preparing patient for designated procedure as requested by physician.
• Accurately completes laboratory slips and culture/path slips, as requested.
• Reports observed changes in patient condition to Endoscopy/Recovery Room nurse.
• Restocks supplies after procedures or end of day.
• Maintains endoscopy suite and ensures equipment and supplies are ready for procedures.

Skills

Patient care

Endoscopy prep

Aseptic technique

PPE use

Documentation

Team communication

Education

HS diploma or GED

BLS certification

Tools

Sterilization equipment

Endoscopy equipment

Job description

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 mustpossess a HS school diploma/GED and a BLS certification.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists in preparing patient for designated procedure as requested by physician
• 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)
• 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

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