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5319 Gunnar Junctions
Los Angeles
CA
+1 (555) 450 9107
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Los Angeles
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+1 (555) 450 9107
Experience
Experience
Detroit, MI
Endoscopy Technician
Detroit, MI
Smith LLC
Detroit, MI
Endoscopy Technician
- Provides physical assistance for patient positioning, lifting and, moving as directed by clinical nursing staff
- Demonstrates friendliness and courtesy, effective communication creates a professional environment and provides first class service
- Work is performed mainly in the Endoscopy Department including the recovery and procedure rooms
- Participate in unit based Performance Improvement
- Assists in work area by cleaning and storing equipment and instruments according to manufacturer
- Consistently offer assistance to coworkers
- Organizes time efficiently to perform duties as assigned by HOPD manager or Charge nurse
Boston, MA
Endoscopy Technician GI
Boston, MA
Wehner-Conn
Boston, MA
Endoscopy Technician GI
- Assists with patient preparation and positioning in Endoscopy suite
- Under direct supervision of endoscopy physician, assists with procedures
- Obtains tissue specimens for biopsy under direction of Endoscopy physician
- Handles, cleans, and processes endoscopes with knowledge of infection control policies
- Operates custom ultrasonic sterile processing system
- Collects and maintains records of scopes processed as well as quality assurance data
- Completes all competencies associated with position
present
Chicago, IL
Endoscopy Technician PRN
Chicago, IL
Jacobs Inc
present
Chicago, IL
Endoscopy Technician PRN
present
- Assists with stocking supplies and maintains clean working environment
- Performs all other duties as assigned
- Assists in transporting patients
- Observes hospital mission statement, philosophy, goals and objectives
- Checks endoscopes for air leaks
- Competent in the effective and safe use of all equipment
- Maintains logs for daily monitoring of strips and solution changes
Education
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Flexibility
Bachelor’s Degree in Flexibility
University of California, San Diego
Bachelor’s Degree in Flexibility
Skills
Skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Computer Skills – Knowledge and basic use of computer skills
- Ability to collaborate with other healthcare professionals
- Solid assessment and documentation skills
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
- Great interpersonal skills
- Highly organized
- Demonstrated proficient communication skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive information
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Endoscopy Technician Resume Examples & Samples
- CPR Certified
- Exemplary interpersonal skills
- Ability to collaborate with other healthcare professionals
- Working knowledge with scopes in the upper and lower GI tract
- Experience working with GI Physicians
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Endoscopy Technician Resume Examples & Samples
- 1+ year of experience as a Technician in an Endoscopy or Surgery center with a large GI volume
- Solid understanding of aseptic technique and standards for cleaning and disinfecting endoscopes and associated equipment
- Experience in cleaning/disinfecting endoscopes, use of clips, snares, tattooing, dilators and other Endoscopy equipment as needed
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Endoscopy Technician Resume Examples & Samples
- 1+ year of experience as a Technician in an Endoscopy or Surgery Center with a large GI volume
- NYS Endoscopy Technician license
- Good understanding of Aseptic technique and standards for cleaning and disinfecting endoscopes and associated equipment
- Experience in cleaning/disinfecting endoscopes, use of clips, snares, tattooing, dilators and other endoscopy equipment
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Endoscopy Technician Resume Examples & Samples
- 1+ year of experience in an Endoscopy Technician position
- Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) certification
- Aseptic Technique and in-depth knowledge of Endoscopy equipment
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Endoscopy Technician Resume Examples & Samples
- Previous experience in hospital setting required
- SGNA Associates Course completed within one year of hire required
- SGNA Certification within two years of hire required
- Graduate of a Certified Surgical Technologist Program preferred
- Ability to work in a fast paced setting
- Ability to pay attention to detail a must
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GI Endoscopy Technician Resume Examples & Samples
- Assists gastroenterologist and providers to perform diagnostic and minor medical procedures
- Washes, inspects, decontaminates and maintains equipment following established infection control procedures
- Prepares equipment and supplies needed for scheduled procedures
- Assist in patient flow; providing support as necessary
- Minimum two (2) years of experience as a GI Technician required
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Endoscopy Technician PRN Day Shift Resume Examples & Samples
- Communicates and participates in patient care activities in direct conjunction with the RN
- Uses Performance Improvement Plan to improve patient safety and quality of care
- Restock rooms with supplies and assist with ordering of supplies
- Clean and process contaminated scopes in instruments according to regulatory requirements and departmental policies
- Assembles the required equipment and supplies according to the type of procedure performed
- Reads and writes Basic English
- Solid knowledge and understanding of scope reprocessing within three months
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Endoscopy Technician PRN Resume Examples & Samples
- Assists with stocking supplies and maintains clean working environment
- Assists coworkers to meet patient care needs
- Accepts and supports changes in hospital and departmental policy
- Competent as appropriate to responsibilities in the knowledge of the prevention of contamination and transfer of infection and safety policies
- Competent in the effective and safe use of all equipment
- Observes hospital mission statement, philosophy, goals and objectives
- Assists in making beds and cleaning rooms as needed
- Assists in transporting patients
- Appropriately and efficiently cleans endoscopes and equipment
- Checks endoscopes for air leaks
- Follows guidelines for cleaning specific equipment and use of disinfectants
- Reports any equipment malfunction to clinical coordinator
- Maintains logs for daily monitoring of strips and solution changes
- Follows all hospital and departmental policies and procedure
- Current Tennessee Certification (CNT) preferred, but not required
- Endoscopy room set-up and tear-down, endoscope reprocessing, specimen collection, assisting the physicians and nurses during endoscopy procedures
- Infection control, medical teamwork, multi-tasking, listening, verbal communication, health promotion and maintenance
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Endoscopy Technician Resume Examples & Samples
- Responsible for implementing and evaluating care for assigned patients
- Responsible for informing a R.N. of any pertinent changes in the patients’ condition
- Responsible for meeting the Standards of Practice for maintaining Endoscopy equipment and supplies
- Responsible for managing assigned tasks, supplies, and equipment
- Appropriately carries out assistant activities during procedure/treatment to ensure asepsis and safety of patient
- Endoscopy technician certification preferred. Current BLS certification
- Previous Assistant experience. Knowledge of aseptic technique
- Demonstrates clinical competence in care and testing of endoscopes and accessories
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Endoscopy Technician Resume Examples & Samples
- The Endoscopy Technician has the responsibility of supporting the mission of the hospital to be the most comprehensive, cost effective provider of quality healthcare services for the Northeast Houston area
- The Endoscopy Technician is responsible for assisting with routine patient care assignments, working in controlled and/or uncontrolled patient care situations, assisting with/in established nursing care procedures, and assisting in therapeutic, rehabilitative, and preventive activities under the direction of a Registered Nurse
- Employee will be responsible for knowledge and skill necessary to provide care based on physical, psychological, educational, safety and related criteria for the neonate, infant/child, adolescent, adult and geriatric population
- The Endoscopy Technician assists the RN application of the nursing knowledge and principles of growth and development over the life span to identify patient and family requirements relative to age specific needs
- The Endoscopy Technician is responsible for assisting the RN with patient movement, clerical functions and treatments as prescribed by the physician
- Formal training as operating room technician or Endoscopy Technician preferred
- One or more years recent clinical experience as Operating Room Technician or Endoscopy Technician preferred
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Endoscopy Technician Resume Examples & Samples
- Demonstrates knowledge and application of the nursing process
- Adheres to chain of command policy
- Adheres to the on – call rotation schedule for the department which provides 24 hour, seven day a week coverage
- Assist in providing a safe environment for procedure patients
- Assist with positioning for procedure
- Know the specific use of all equipment to be used
- Assist the physician with each procedure and follows the direction of physician
- Performs free procedural verifications to include universal protocol
- 3 years minimum of endoscopy experience
- Acute care experience required
- Call is required
- 1st Orientation will be 11/28
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Endoscopy Technician Resume Examples & Samples
- Accountable for adhering to CORMC mission including meeting behavioral expectations (compassion, caring and confidentiality), providing excellence in health care delivery, supporting dignity of all persons (empowerment) and responsible stewardship of resources
- Assists in patient care of endoscopy patients including admission, procedures, recovery and discharge; maintains the department’s standard of care requirements. Starts IV lines when certified
- Accepts responsibility for care, cleaning, disinfection, maintenance and storage of specialty equipment and fiber optic instruments following established procedures
- Performs clerical and non-patient related activities to maintain the harmonious functioning of the department, i.e., running errands, cleaning, ordering and stocking supplies, scheduling procedures, etc. Completes department records and maintains statistics
- Gives direct assistance to the Endoscopist to contribute to high quality endoscopic examinations such as preparing equipment for procedures and preparing the room and cleaning up after procedures using aseptic techniques. Prepares for emergency procedures as may be necessary
- Collects specimens and documents results as necessary. Records pertinent data including vital signs during procedures
- Follows guidelines that maintain safety for oneself, patients, visitors and co-workers and if classified as a category I or II employee under OSHA regulation, adheres to OSHA standards by wearing personal protective equipment, following universal precautions and being knowledgeable about blood borne pathogens
- Work is performed mainly in the Endoscopy Department including the recovery and procedure rooms
- Incumbents are required to stand while procedures are being performed, transport patients and work around X-Ray equipment using fluoroscopy
- Contact with patient body fluids and tissues including blood are frequent and inevitable
- Routine exposure to cleaning chemicals is expected
- This position requires on-call coverage
- Must be or become IV certified to start IV lines
- C.N.A. certification preferred, and expected to be completed within 1 year of employment, if not currently certified
- Medical terminology and completion of a basic nurse assistant program
- Medical Assistant program or equivalent experience in an acute care facility required
- Trained in skills and techniques of endoscopy at a recognized training program and/or on the job experience preferred
- 1 year endo/surg tech experience
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Endoscopy Technician Resume Examples & Samples
- Under the general direction of the Clinical Coordinator, Ambulatory Services and the Registered Nurse for Endoscopy, the Endoscopy Technician is responsible for nursing care and related assistance to patients undergoing endoscopic procedures on an inpatient or an outpatient basis
- Previous experience in surgical services or endoscopy preferred
- American Heart CPR required
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Endoscopy Technician Resume Examples & Samples
- Assists nurses and physicians in all aspects of GI procedures. This includes assistance with the stocking of all rooms with equipment and supplies, and maintaining proper procedures for the cleaning and storage of endoscopes
- Changes chemical sterilants and cleans scope washer according to policy
- Assesses endoscopes on a daily basis and reports any damage to director
- Prepares and sends out scopes for repair after notifying director
- Assists in the orientation of new personnel to all in room procedures and to the process for cleaning and disinfection of scopes
- Performs clerical duties if needed in the absence of the scheduler
- Transports specimens according to policy using universal precautions
- Makes pre-op calls to patient to obtain preliminary information
- Identifies opportunities for cost savings and makes full use of existing resources
- One year minimum experience in a hospital setting
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Endoscopy Technician Resume Examples & Samples
- Must be able to demonstrate understanding of national patient safety initiatives by strict compliance to all safety protocols and procedures as required by both HCA and North Austin Medical Center
- Understands Universal Precautions and PPE
- Proficient in Aseptic Technique
- Knowledge of Steris One Process
- Possess knowledge of Endoscopy terminology, equipment, and supplies
- Demonstrates an understanding of each Endoscopy procedure and the equipment needed for each
- Demonstrates knowledge of specimen handling and collection, per policy
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Endoscopy Technician Resume Examples & Samples
- High School Diploma/GED and either
- CNT Certification
- Student nurse (nurse extern) who is currently enrolled in nursing school
- Individual with previous experience in Endoscopy room set-up and tear-down, endoscope reprocessing, specimen collection, assisting the doctors and nurses during endoscopy procedures are preferred
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Endoscopy Technician Resume Examples & Samples
- Take vital signs, measure patient weights, and document these in the EMR
- Graduation from a medical assistant program or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- One year of experience as a medical assistant
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Lead Endoscopy Technician / Days Resume Examples & Samples
- Completes, executes, and performs secretarial tasks such as Order Entry, Charges, filing and organizing
- Demonstrates knowledge and application of basic patient care, to include activities of daily living, vital signs, and transporting
- Demonstrates knowledge and respect of patient right to privacy and protection of patient confidentiality
- Maintaining and monitoring equipment, in good safe working conditions. To include maintaining histories, logs on cleanings, repairs, etc
- Responsible for Reprocessing Scopes (pre-cleaning., leak -testing, manual cleaning AER, HLD, alcohol/air flush and storage of equipment.)
- Organizes and communicates patient care needs when setting up for a procedure as well as monitoring staff under them to do the same
- Responsible for entering charges and verification of all charges per policy
- Responsible for the ordering, receiving and storage all supplies. Request procedure codes for new supplies
- 9 Monitors those under them to assure the technicians ability to use all the endoscopy equipment in a proficient and safe manner
- Responsible for meeting and maintaining SGNA standards, JCAHO standard
- Job Specific: Lead Endoscopy Technician
- CFER certification (Certified Flexible Endoscope Reprocessor)
- High School or Equivalent
- Ability to work and communicate well within a team to ensure quality patient care
- 2 years experience in Endoscopy preferred
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Endoscopy Technician / Days Resume Examples & Samples
- Demonstrates knowledge and application of basic patient care, to include activities of daily living, and vital signs, set up and assist with endoscopic procedures
- Practices, endorses, and provides customer service skills to patients, visitors, physicians, and staff
- Reprocessing Scopes (pre-cleaning., leak -testing, manual cleaning AER, HLD, alcohol/air flush and storage of equipment
- Organizes and communicates patient care needs when setting up for a procedure
- Job Specific: Endoscopy Technician
- BCLS certification
- CFER certification(Certified Flexible Endoscope Reprocessor)
- Reads and writes Basic English with the basic skills necessary to understand and transfer physician’s orders
- Ability to move in excess of 100 pounds, with assistance from other staff
- Computer skills needed
- 2 years experience as a CNA
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Endoscopy Technician Resume Examples & Samples
- Certified Nursing Assistant 2 through the OSBN (Oregon State Board of Nursing) -or- minimum 1 year of experience as a GI Tech
- Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (AHA-BLS) for Healthcare Provider certification
- Experience using various computer software programs
- Endoscopy/surgical tech/acute CNA experience in hospital setting
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Endoscopy Technician Resume Examples & Samples
- Know and comply with fire, safety and emergency plans
- Accurately maintain all required logs [i.e. endoscope/scope reprocessor logs,, gluteraldehyde changes, quality control checks for appropriate concentration of gluteraldehyde, water filter changes, daily maintenance of ultrasonic cleaner and reprocessor exposure log, refrigerator temperature, eyewash station log and CLO incubator log (PUH campus only) etc.]
- Actively participate in the GI Labs staff meetings
- Assist in the identification of safety hazards and reports appropriately
- Assist physicians with therapeutic procedures as per procedure guidelines under the direction of the professional nurse and/or physician
- Assume assigned duties in emergency situations
- Assume responsibility for own development
- Assure equipment is functioning properly before use
- Attend mandatory in-service programs
- Attend/read relevant departmental in-service programs
- Begin work at scheduled start time
- Can organize and prioritize down time to best meet unit needs
- Care for and maintain all endoscopic equipment utilized in the G.I. Laboratory
- Clean procedure rooms/travel carts after each case per proper guidelines
- Comply with all established policies/procedures of the GI Lab and the hospital
- Consistently offer assistance to coworkers
- Contribute to an efficient work and team environment
- Contribute to maintain a clean and safe environment
- Correctly set up procedure room with appropriate endoscope/equipment and instruments
- Demonstrate ability to troubleshoot problems or mechanical failure of equipment and notifies Clinical Coordinator or Equipment Coordinator
- Demonstrate understanding of unit staffing needs by being flexible and helpful
- Distribute clean linen to appropriate areas and keeps covered at all times
- Keep hallways free of equipment
- Leak tests and carefully inspect all equipment prior to disinfecting/sterilization
- Maintain own body safety by complying with established policies/procedures
- Maintain supply inventory and re-orders supplies when necessary. Rotate dated supplies and restocks procedure rooms
- Notify Clinical Coordinator or Equipment Coordinator of any damage to equipment
- Obtain specimens, properly label, log specimens appropriately and delivers specimens to appropriate area as necessary
- Participate in self review as requested by department manager
- Participate in unit based Performance Improvement
- Perform care activities for patient safety as per procedure guidelines under the direction of the professional nurse
- Personal phone calls are kept to a minimum
- Properly clean and disinfect or sterilize equipment/instruments according to policy
- Provide backup to Equipment Reprocessors to maintain fiberoptic endoscopic instruments and accessory equipment utilized in the GI Laboratory when staffing levels and/or volume indicates
- Return unused supplies or reusable equipment to proper storage place
- Show initiative and responsibility. Act as a positive role model
- Strictly adhere to all policies and practices relative to patient care and hospital related information
- Take appropriate time for lunch and breaks per departmental guidelines
- Transport GI travel carts as necessary
- Utilize appropriate personal protective equipment
- When necessary, transport patients to and from the GI lab in a safe manner
- Work cooperatively and promotes effective communication. Receptive to and encourage feedback
- Previous employment or training as an Endosocpy Technician, Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant, or other medical specialty such as Central Service Technician preferred
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Endoscopy Technician Resume Examples & Samples
- Nursing Assistant Certification (NAC) in Washington State
- Current AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate for Healthcare Providers
- Previous Endoscopy experience
- Completion of Certified Technicians or equivalent program
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Endoscopy Technician Resume Examples & Samples
- Obtains and prepares supplies and instruments according to the individual physician preferences; restocks supplies, and maintains the endoscopy rooms
- Assists in the scheduling and rescheduling of patients
- Ensures safe care to patients adhering to policies, procedures, and standards of care, within budgetary specifications, including time/supply management and accuracy of practice
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Endoscopy Technician Resume Examples & Samples
- Current Basic Life Support ( BLS ) Certificate for Healthcare Providers sponsored by the American Heart Association
- Previous experience coordinating patient care
- Knowledge of proper instrument sterilization and cleaning process
- Sufficient stamina to bend, stoop, stretch, lift up to 50 lbs, and reach without restrictions in performing patient care duties
- One year work experience or related healthcare experience: Certified Nurse Aide, OR Tech, or Endoscopy Tech preferred
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Endoscopy Technician Resume Examples & Samples
- A minimum of one (1) year experience with endoscopy procedures preferred
- Great opportunity for a New Grad Surgical Tech!!
- Call required; Must report to call within one (1) hour; Call averages 5-6 days per month
- Full-time Day shift; Schedule is: 7:00 am to 5:30 p, M-F; One Flex day off per week
- Sign on Bonus available for qualified candidates - $2500.00
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Endoscopy Technician Resume Examples & Samples
- Current GI Technical Specialist (GTS) certification
- Two years current Endoscopy experience
- Experience with all aspects of Endoscopy including ERCP wires and any type of stenting
- Must possess a strong work ethic, excellent communication skills and the ability to perform in a fast-paced work environment
- Experience with EUS and FNA procedures
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Endoscopy Technician Resume Examples & Samples
- Must possess a strong work ethic, excellent communication skills, the ability to perform in a fast-paced environment, and a positive attitude
- GT Technical Specialist certification (GTS)
- One year current Endoscopy Tech experience
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Endoscopy Technician PRN Resume Examples & Samples
- Assist with set up and connecting patient to monitoring equipment and reassures patient for comfort
- Previous endoscopy experience preferred
- Video equipment set up/troubleshooting skills
- Knowledge about specimen preparation, labeling and handling
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Endoscopy Technician, Gastrointestinal Unit Resume Examples & Samples
- 0-2 years prior experience/knowledge as an Endoscopy Technician
- Travel, on-call/standby, and PM or weekend shift is required and will vary as determined by department needs
- Certified Nursing Assistant upon hire
- Knowledge of various procedural preparations, administration, and instruction of said preparations to patient (Intermediate)
- Knowledge, understanding and ability to operate GI equipment (intermediate)
- Knowledge of basic anatomy, physiology, terminology, endoscopy procedures and related supplies and technology
- Knowledge of EPIC, IDX programs
- Able to triage and prioritize patient scheduling and daily tasks
- Ability to troubleshoot equipment issues and make appropriate referrals for repairs
- Verbal and written communication skills for regular contact with employees, patients and patient families; requires tact
- Basic high school math aptitude
- Computer data entry skills to enter patient information
- Ability to lift and position patients
- Requires moderate mental application and concentration to handle varying procedures and interruption
- Ability to adapt to changing situations under pressure
- Aseptic Technique Principles and Practices (Intermediate)
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Endoscopy Technician Resume Examples & Samples
- Transcribe patient’s medical and surgery history, medications, and allergies in the EMR
- Assist patients in preparing for procedure as needed
- Make beds, clean rooms, serve as runners for equipment during procedure
- Transports patients via wheelchair or stretcher
- Properly positions patients pre- and intra-procedure
- Select correct procedure endoscope and perform QC check pre-procedure
- Enter patient and procedure information into endoscopy report writing software program pre-procedure
- Handle and manage procedure accessory equipment, including control of the “handle end” of endoscopic biopsy forceps, polyp snares, endoscopic clips, and retrieval nets / graspers
- Airway support via head positioning and oropharyngeal suctioning
- Proficient detail with procedure specimen management
- Immediately post-procedure, perform endoscope pre-cleaning
- Expected to know the set up for numerous technical procedures and related equipment and accessories including band ligation, liver biopsy, percutaneous gastrostomy tube placement, and other less common procedures. Becoming proficient with these skill sets often takes a full year
- Trouble shoot problems with the endoscopes and needed support equipment including suction machines, CO2 pumps, and water pumps
- Perform high level disinfection for endoscope and accessory reprocessing
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Endoscopy Technician Resume Examples & Samples
- 1. Maintains endoscopes according to manufacturers’ recommendations, adhering to protocol with regard to cleaning and maintenance of scopes following all standard guidelines and precautions as necessary to ensure that each scope has been tested and ready for the next use
- 2. Prioritizes endoscope processing based on customer needs
- 3. Demonstrates the ability to assist physicians in a variety of endoscopic procedures including but not limited to: EGD, Colonoscopy, EUS, Bronchoscopy, ERCP, Bandings, Food Bolus
- 4. Demonstrates competence in operating scope and cleaning equipment utilizing proper technique for general use and troubleshooting
- 5. Demonstrates the ability to transport soiled scopes and begin decontamination process; Accurately record all essential aspects of decontamination process in log book
- 6. Prepares all endoscopes according to recognized standards
- Communicates effectively with Clinical Coordinator, supervisor, staff, and other customers, including use of proper telephone etiquette
- Demonstrates a ‘can do’ attitude regardless of obstacles and delivers excellent customer service to internal and external customers
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Endoscopy Technician Resume Examples & Samples
- Nursing Assistant Certified (NAC) or Medical Assistant certification
- Certified as a GI Technical Specialist (GTS) from the Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates (SGNA)
- Previous experience with scope processing
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Endoscopy Technician Resume Examples & Samples
- Demonstrates effective guest relations with internal and external customers
- Maintains confidentiality regarding patient information
- Participates in budget control by using only those supplies necessary within the work area
- Demonstrate an understanding of HCA’s and St. David’s “Patient First” safety initiatives through strict compliance to all safety protocols and procedures
- Accepts shift work and takes call as required by the department
- Works with patients ranging in life span from infant to geriatric
- Recognizes that variables such as age, race, nationality, culture, disease-causing vulnerabilities, socioeconomic factors affect the patient populations under their care as defined in the unit’s provision of care statements. Uses interventions appropriate to these factors (e.g., interpreter, dietary preferences, social service consult, etc.)
- One-year experience in medical or hospital work
- Current certification as BLS Healthcare Provider
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Endoscopy Technician Resume Examples & Samples
- Registered as a Nursing Assistant Registered (NAR) or Nursing Assistant Certified (NAC) with the State of Washington
- Completion of SGNA certified GI Tech course within 1 year of employment
- High School graduate or General Education Degree (GED)
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Endoscopy Technician Resume Examples & Samples
- Minimum of one year experience in healthcare is required
- Currently enrolled as a student pursuing a nursing degree or experience in direct patient care required
- Completion of a certified nursing assistant program required
- Basic Life Support (BLS) within three months of hire or transfer date required
- Prior hospital related experience preferred
- Experience with policy, procedure and protocol manuals preferred
- Experience with patient care equipment preferred
- Experience with telecommunication/information systems preferred
- Experience with endoscopes and accessories preferred
- Experience with scope washer and cleaning equipment and supplies preferred
- Experience with patient care supplies preferred
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Endoscopy Technician Resume Examples & Samples
- Washes, processes, all scopes and instruments
- Checks par levels, replaces items as needed, checks out-dates, and notifies supervisor when inventory is low and replacements need to be ordered
- Adheres to GI Lab/OR dress code as it applies to the decontamination room, processing room and leaving and re-entering the department and contamination room
- Completes annual mandatory safety in-services and attends meetings as required for staff
- Ability and willingness to take GI Lab calls as scheduled per supervisor (PRN Techs only)
- Transports patients to and from the Endoscopy Lab as assigned by the Charge Nurse
- Assists in the cleaning of the procedure room upon completion of each procedure
- Restocks supplies in storage areas
- Assists with patients of all ages –infant, child, adult, and geriatric
- Assists Endoscopy Nurses with patient care and transportation of patients
- Holds limbs for prepping as requested
- Must have the ability to learn medical terms and be able to spell well in order to correctly identify items that are sterilized for reuse
- Certified Nursing Assistant or be currently enrolled in a nursing program with the completion of two med surg classes and have current certification in CPR
- Must be able demonstrate the ability to take vital signs and connect patient to telemetry or cardiac EKG monitor
- Awareness of Sterile field boundaries
- Able to safely handle/transfer/transport OR patients
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Endoscopy Technician Resume Examples & Samples
- Assist patients preparing for procedure as needed
- Transport patients via wheelchair or stretcher
- Properly position patients pre- and intra- procedure
- Handle and manage procedure accessory equipment, including control of the handle end of endoscopic biopsy forceps, polyp snares, endoscopic clips, and retrieval nets/graspers
- Expected to know the set up for numerous technical procedure and related equipment and accessories, including band ligation, liver biopsy, percutaneous gastroscopy tube placement, and other less common procedures. Becoming proficient with these skill sets often takes a full year
- Troubleshoot problems with the endoscopes and needed support equipment including suction machines, CO2 pumps, and water pumps
- Perform high level disinfection for endoscopes and accessory reprocessing
- At UH-MPU, responsibility for on call coverage for Saturday clinic cases
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Endoscopy Technician Resume Examples & Samples
- Completion of the SGNA's Associate and Advanced Associate programs
- Proficiency in the use of applicable computer software
- Possess effective interpersonal and communication skills
- A minimum of 2 years experience as an Endoscopy Technician
- Experience with advance procedures such as Endoscopic Ultrasound and Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangio-Pancreatography
- Completes semi-annual training from Olympus or other training organization
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Fiberoptics Endoscopy Technician Resume Examples & Samples
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certificate
- 2 years of hospital experience in general Endoscopy procedures
- CNA2 certification
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Endoscopy Technician Resume Examples & Samples
- Supports physicians, physician assistants, the anesthesia team, and nurses during invasive procedures
- Supports direct care providers in the Prep, Procedure and Recovery Room environment
- Maintains necessary skills and competencies
- Supports Endoscopy Care Environment
- Interfaces effectively with peers and customers and assumes responsibility for
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Endoscopy Technician Resume Examples & Samples
- Displays working knowledge and manual dexterity in the use and care of required instrumentation and equipment. Monitors and maintains appropriate stock levels of supplies and equipment in the procedure rooms and in the department
- Communicates all pertinent information, including findings, concerns, or ideas to the assigned RN in a timely and effective manner
- Basic knowledge of computer hardware and software required to complete activities related to patient care at Borgess Medical Center
- Demonstrates flexibility in staffing patterns
- Communicates changes in the patient's condition to appropriate health team members
- Reassures patient/assists with comfort measures
- Shift is 4 days per week, 8 hours per day
- Weekends, Holidays and evenings call per unit rotation
- PCA experience preferred
- Ability to stand for long periods in close proximity to provider
- Multi-tasking preferred
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Endoscopy Technician Resume Examples & Samples
- Prepares patients for procedures by reviewing medical history, appropriately positioning patient and cleaning/shaving/numbing testing sites as appropriate
- Interprets, describes and reports test results. Recognizes recording errors and artifacts and reacts appropriately
- Performs all other duties and projects as assigned
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Endoscopy Technician Resume Examples & Samples
- Responsible for informing a R.N. of any pertinent changes in the patients' condition
- Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive information
- Must be familiar with computerized technology associated with endoscopy equipment
- Physical dexterity especially with hands and fingers bilaterally
- Minimum of one (1) year Endoscopy Tech/Surgical Tech experience required
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Endoscopy Technician GI Resume Examples & Samples
- Prepares Endoscopy/OR suite for scheduled procedures per physician preference
- Assists with patient preparation and positioning in Endoscopy suite
- Under direct supervision of endoscopy physician, assists with procedures
- Demonstrates commitment for self-growth and competency
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Eh-endoscopy Technician Resume Examples & Samples
- Assists the RN in collection of data for an objective assessment to identify patient needs. May be cross trained to work in multiple areas including the admit/discharge area in Endo and OSC, in the Interventional Procedure area as a procedure assistant, and in the transport department
- Provides technical skills as a member of the team, communicating with supervisors, other staff members, other department staff members, physicians and anesthesiologists. Assists physician with various procedures including but not limited to: EGD, flexible sigmoidoscopies, Colonoscopies, Bronchoscopies, PEG/JPEG/NG placement and exchange, EBUS, diagnostic and therapeutic EUS procedures, ERCP. Fine needle aspiration, BRAVO etc. Troubleshoots equipment malfunctions
- Responsible for procedure room preparation and turnover. Gathers and organizes required supplies and non-controlled pharmaceuticals for procedures. Restocks supplies as needed; may order supplies. Ensures that travel carts used for emergency procedures are restocked and fully functional
- Maintains a safe environment for patients and staff by complying with regulatory agency requirements and hospital policy, including use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment per hospital policy. Prepares room for isolation and protection of all staff from airborne diseases such as TB, including the use of air flow systems and special masks
- Maintains knowledge and awareness of professional and practice issues related to the field of endoscopy/gastroenterology and pulmonology. Attends in services and self identifies learning needs regarding equipment and procedures. SGNA certification strongly encouraged upon meeting eligibility requirements
- Enters data to include names of all staff present and scopes utilized into documentation system. Responsible for collection, labeling and handling all specimens collected during procedures
- Member of the Endoscopy Call Team. Remains calm in emergent situations; adapts readily to dynamic patient situations by having appropriate equipment selected and prepared for urgent utilization by the physician
- Participates in organizational and departmental performance improvement activities. May be an active member of the Unit Based Council, quality committees, RBC team etc
- Serves as a preceptor to train all new staff including new Endo techs and RNs. May assist in training MDs with new equipment
- Responsible for the decontamination/high level disinfection of all types of endoscopes according to equipment Manufacturers' guidelines and SGNA recommended practice. Maintains documentation records of reprocessing for quality purposes including all scope washer quality measures. Maintains records of sterilization, changes solutions as required, changes filters as required and does QCs as required
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Endoscopy Technician Resume Examples & Samples
- Delivers safe patient care as directed by the Registered Nurse and according to surgery center policy and procedure
- Demonstrates ability to respond to patient care and facility needs in an emergency situation
- Initiates and implements basic cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) as appropriate.Demonstrates knowledge of specific responsibilities in all emergency situations
- Demonstrates ability to meet patients and family's learning needs as identified in the plan of care
- Orients the patient and family to the patient care environment routines
- Implements the teaching plan as directed by the Registered Nurse
- Encourages patient/family participation in community education programs
- Provides appropriate interventions related to safety issues
- Demonstrates proper cleaning and care of the endoscopy equipment
- Maintains adequate levels of inventory, not allowing stock items to deplete, but not “over stocking”
- Maintains C.S. distribution and bulk storage areas arranged by sections; labels shelves in areas to note what items belong on what shelves
- Keeps carts and shelves to standards: 6” from floor, 18” from ceiling
- Checks all incoming shipments for damage
- Utilizes appropriate cleaning supplies and equipment to perform relevant cleaning functions on a variety of surfaces
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Endoscopy Technician Resume Examples & Samples
- High school graduate, Graduate of accredited NAR (Nursing Assistant-Registered), or Surgical Tech with one year experience in acute care setting or experience/education with sterile technique
- Current certification/licensure in educational field preferred
- Current BLS (within one month of hire)
- Knowledge of patient care principles, practices and techniques gained through experiences in acute care, including vital signs
- Ability to collect data reflective of patient’s status and communicate to appropriate caregiver
- Ability to care for patients of ages within scope of the department
- Understanding of principles of asepsis
- Understanding of GI anatomy and physiology
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- Participates in the maintenance of procedure room supplies and endoscopic equipment. Assures the integrity/condition and availability of adequate equipment
- Functions as an integral member of the team throughout the performance of GI-endoscopic procedures
- Disassembles and reprocesses instrumentation of a post-procedure basis as per current departmental policy. Maintains documentation as per policy
- Maintains effective two-way communications with patients, families, and all member of the health care team
- May assist with special procedures under the direction of the RN and MD (e.g. Yag lasers, wound care, line insertions, etc.)
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- Performs and documents quality assurance processes and random sampling of products according to protocol
- Incorporates infection control guidelines during the transferring, storing and transporting of sterile packages
- Responsible for major surgical instruments preparation and assembly, inspection and packaging
- Demonstrates knowledge of sterilization processes, documentation and delivery of sterile packages.Demonstrate knowledge and understanding by explanation of the functional operation of the steam, gas, plasma and pareacidic acid sterilizers in terms of time, temperature, pressure, and humidity. Describes what happens during each phase of the complete sterilization cycle. Demonstrate the operation of the sterilizers in terms of: selection of cycle, temperature selection, sterilizing-time selection, drying-time selection, closing and opening of door at beginning and end of cycle. Is able to describe the function of all dials and gauges on the sterilizer panel. Recognizes alarms and follows through with a corrective action. Demonstrate the use and function of the sterilizer recording print-outs in terms of reading the parameters to check the functioning of sterilizer, initialing the print out, and filing the print-out in the appropriate sterilizer log-book. Documents and reports any discrepancies with the load
- Responsible for decontamination, disinfection and cleaning methods
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- Maintains professional competence by participating in continuing education and other learning experiences
- Contributes to growth and education of staff by sharing knowledge gained in continuing education
- Maintains membership in relevant professional organizations
- Seeks new learning experiences by accepting challenging opportunities and responsibilities
- Open to suggestions and recommendations
- Assembles supplies and equipment · scheduled procedures according to physicians' preference cards
- Inspects equipment and instruments for proper working condition
- Arranges equipment and Instruments according to routine for given procedure Maintains availability of instruments and supplies to avoid delays
- Correctly utilizes, cares for instruments, supplies and equipment as directed
- Assists the physician during procedure according to SGNA standards
- When assisting in manipulating the endoscope, always has full view of lumen by utilizing teaching adaptor or video screen
- Handles specimens appropriately·and labels
- Cleans equipment according to Infection control guidelines and manufactures
- Handles equipment and instruments correctly to provicie appropriate availability and safety
- Assists in maintaining adequate supplies in the endoscopy room for immediate access during. procedure
- Assists in work area by cleaning and storing equipment and instruments according to manufacturer
- Assists in storing and stocking of supplies as needed
- Responds in a timely manner to meet the needs of the patient and physician
- Assist in Endo Rooms
- Clean Scopes
- Handle Specimens
- Position Patients
- Re-stock rooms
- Deplete inventory in computer
- Document on chart
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- Cares for patients as delegated by the registered nurse and completes all aspects of care for the assigned patients (refer to Delegation Competency for Unlicensed Assistive Personnel)
- Properly reprocesses endoscopes according to infection control and Lahey Clinic guidelines
- Assures endoscope equipment is in working order
- Keeps accurate documentation for cleaning/testing of equipment and supplies
- Cleans Endoscopy procedure rooms after use and prepares for next procedure in a timely fashion
- Directly assists physician and RN during Endoscopy procedures. Procedures include but are not limited to EGD, Colonoscopy, Polypectomy, Biopsies, PEG placement, ERCP, and EUS
- Operates/handles equipment properly during Endoscopic procedures
- Handles specimens according to policy
- Stocks Pyxis Patient Station as needed and directed
- Informs Lead Endoscopy Technician or management team of any equipment problems
- Prepares travel cart for procedures in MICU/SICU areas
- Performs basic nursing assistant duties included but not limited to vital signs, applies bedside cardiac monitoring and discontinues telemetry leads upon direction by RN
- Reports all unusual observations or reactions of the patient to the nurse assigned to the patient or charge nurse
- Supports a culture of safety and carries out safety interventions for all patients. Under the direction of the RN, performs basic and high risk interventions as outlined in the Falls Risk Policy
- Adheres to all applicable infection control policies and procedures including hand hygiene, isolation protocol, and cleaning of patient care devices and equipment
- Orders supplies from Pharmacy in response to emergency requests. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications
