Endoscopy Technician in Lafayette, Louisiana at Acadiana Endoscopy Center Inc

JOB SUMMARY: Provides skilled, experienced bedside assistance to the physician during procedures. May learn needed skills by receiving on the job training from an experienced assistant in GI procedures.

Job Duties:

• Assembles all equipment and accessories that may be needed in scheduled case
• Is knowledgeable with all equipment, accessories and instruments used during endoscopy cases
• Is familiar with preferences of each endoscopist working in the center
• Anticipates physician needs based on procedure indications
• Familiar with pressure points on patient abdomen to assist passage of endoscope through colon during colonoscopy.
• Familiar with assistance requirements for all endoscopy situations (ie: biopsy, snare, clips, loops, etc.)
• Assist in other areas during free time
• Participates in orientation of new employees
• Updates knowledge by attending inservices and seminars
• Attends and contributes to staff meetings
• Participates in QAPI activities

Personnel Requirements

Knowledge:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Technical Assistant Curriculum or on the job training
• Understanding of clean and sterile technique
• Familiar with facility policies – especially Infection Control, OSHA regulations, use of PPE, patient safety
• Ability to trouble shoot problems with equipment in room

Skills:

• Member of endoscopy procedure room team
• Knowledge of equipment used
• Anticipate needs of physician during cases
• Organization

Abilities:

• Superior communication skills
• Adaptability
• Self motivated
• Good decision making skills
• Excellent hand-eye coordination and dexterity

Physical demands:

• Standing for long periods of time
• Visual acuity
• Ability to hear requests from physician