Endoscopy Technician

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Under direct supervision, performs various routine and accommodative tasks for patients receiving any procedure in the scope of GI Lab services, including adolescents, adult and geriatric patients. Contributes to the overall function of the unit by assisting with clerical duties, housekeeping chores, instrument reprocessing, and nursing errands as designated. Assists with front office tasks as directed by the Nurse in charge.

Charge Nurse

• Assist with the delivery of direct nursing care under the supervision of a registered nurse.
• Sets up appropriate equipment for procedures and ensures necessary supplies are available.
• Assist physician with procedure, collect, prepare and label specimens accurately.
• Explain procedures and expected sensations to patients, provide instructions to ensure cooperation and minimize discomfort. Provide both emotional and physical support during procedures.
• Takes and records vital signs; places blood pressure cuff, pulse‑oximeter sensor, ECG leads, nasal cannula and grounding pad.
• Reports patient findings/observations to supervisor or RN responsible for the patient in a timely fashion.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and follows infection control procedures according to policy.
• Supports established policies, procedures, objectives, quality improvement, safety, environmental infection control, and codes and requirements of accreditation and regulatory agencies.
• Makes post‑procedure telephone calls.
• Documents on all required forms/computer systems.
• Maintains and understands expensive and fragile equipment.
• Maintains an adequate supply in procedure rooms, utility rooms, pre‑op and recovery areas, storeroom, and linen room.
• Assists with admission/discharge procedures as directed.
• Provides back‑up support for any area, including scope room and office area.
• Other duties as assigned.

RN, LPN, Certified Medical Assistant or equivalent. Able to follow written and verbal direction involving policy and procedure pertinent to patient care. Willingness to expand range of skills to include minor procedures and data entry. Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and professional staff.

Physical demands include full range of body motion, handling and lifting of patients, pushing, pulling and reaching. Requires good visual acuity, accurate color vision, and fine finger movement. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time; ability to speak and hear. Mental demands include the ability to handle several directives and set priorities. Patient care environment may expose to blood and body fluids;

safety guidelines for use of medical equipment must be observed.