Endoscopy Technician

Under general supervision, functions as an assistant to the physician and the professional nursing staff during diagnostic and therapeutic Endoscopic procedures.

Education:

High school diploma and/or equivalent.

Successful completion of an educational orientation preceptorship in the unit.

Experience:

Six (6) months experience in direct patient care with acute and chronic medical/surgical patient population.

Skills:

• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology to be able to assist and anticipate the needs of the physician and the Registered Nurse during procedures.
• Interpersonal and oral communication skills necessary to interact with patients, physicians and other patient care personnel, occurring primarily under stressful and high-risk situations.
• Analytical skills necessary to organize and prepare procedure room according to standard methods and guides.
• Ability to accurately identify large volume of endoscopic instruments and supplies.

Licensures, Certifications:

• Current registration with Maryland State Board of /Examiners of Nurses as a Certified Nursing Assistant is required.
• Successful completion of one semester clinical rotation in an accredited nursing program.
• Certificate for completion of a Nursing Assistant Program from a state approved program.
• Heart saver (CPR Certification).

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists on assigned endoscopic procedures under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse and Physician.

• Assists the Registered Nurse with preparing patient.

• Prepares for scheduled endoscopic procedure by arranging set-up of equipment and accessories required for specific procedures according to physician's preference.

• Assists physician with positioning patient.

• Passes instruments, supplies and equipment to physician and registered nurse during procedures, holds equipment and acts to anticipate and respond to physician's needs during course of procedure.

• Receives specimens and passes them from the designated area to the circulating nurse

• Assists with cleaning procedure rooms according to established procedures following each case; cleans and returns instruments, supplies and equipment to appropriate areas.

• Cleans, disinfects and sterilizes equipment after use.
• Maintain and high level disinfects equipment per GBMC Policy.

• Performs related clerical and service duties such as answering phones, relaying messages, transporting patients to and from procedures and requisitioning supplies.

• When needed, assist physicians with advancing the scope during EGD and Colonoscopy procedures.

• Perform other delegated procedures within their competency

All roles must demonstrate GBMC Values:

Respect

I will treat everyone with courtesy. I will foster a healing environment.

• Treats others with fairness, kindness, and respect for personal dignity and privacy

• Listens and responds appropriately to others' needs, feelings, and capabilities

Excellence

I will strive for superior performance in every aspect of my work. I will recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of others.

• Meets and/or exceeds customer expectations
• Actively pursues learning and self-development
• Pays attention to detail; follows through

Accountability

I will be professional in the way I act, look and speak. I will take ownership to solve problems.

• Sets a positive, professional example for others
• Takes ownership of problems and does what is needed to solve them
• Appropriately plans and utilizes required resources for various job duties
• Reports to work regularly and on time

Teamwork

I will be engaged and collaborative. I will keep people informed.

• Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others for the success of the team
• Addresses and resolves conflict in a positive way
• Seeks out the ideas of others to reach the best solutions
• Acknowledges and celebrates the contribution of others

Ethical Behavior

I will always act with honesty and integrity. I will protect the patient.

• Demonstrates honesty, integrity and good judgment
• Respects the cultural, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of patients/families/coworkers

Results

I will set goals and measure outcomes that support organizational goals. I will give and accept help to achieve goals.

• Embraces change and improvement in the work environment
• Continuously seeks to improve the quality of products/services
• Displays flexibility in dealing with new situations or obstacles
• Achieves results on time by focusing on priorities and manages time efficiently

Pay Range

Final salary offer will be based on the candidate's qualifications, education, experience and alignment with our organizational needs.

COVID-19 Vaccination

All applicants must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 or obtain a GBMC approved medical or religious exemption prior to starting employment at GBMC Healthcare, to include Gilchrist and GBMC Health Partners.

Equal Employment Opportunity

GBMC HealthCare and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.