Endoscopy Technician Day Shift

Endoscopy Technician - 36 Hours - Day Shift

Henry Ford Health –
Henry Ford Rochester Hospital

Department:
Endoscopy

Schedule:

36 hours per week, Day Shift, 8:00am – 5:30pm flex shift (four 9‑hour shifts, 8:00‑17:30 flex). On‑call coverage for off‑shifts 1 full week including a weekend, rotated approximately every 4 weeks.

Location:

Rochester, MI

The Endoscopy Technician functions as part of the Endoscopy Team under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) and/or a Physician and collaborates with all members of the Endoscopy Team. Adheres to accepted standards and follows department policies and procedures while preparing for and assisting with endoscopic procedures.

• Apply the principles of asepsis in a competent manner to provide optimum patient care.
• Participate in general cleaning, stocking, disinfection/sterilization of equipment, instruments and supplies according to policy and procedure; maintain a clean, organized and safe environment in Endoscopy.
• Assist in setting up the Endoscopy Unit with supplies and equipment; differentiate methods of scope disinfection, special endoscopes and procedures.
• Anticipate and prepare for the needs of the physician and Endoscopy Team.
• Assist with pre‑procedure care of the patient.
• Assist the physician in performing endoscopy procedures.
• Perform patient care duties as directed by the Registered Nurse/Physician, including:
  • Properly identify the patient using two qualifiers (e.g.,  name and birthday).
  • Prepare, check and monitor the function of endoscopy equipment.
  • Take and record vital signs; report abnormal values to physician and/or RN.
  • Clean and dress wounds as directed.
  • Discontinue intravenous infusions.
  • May inject dye through cannulas under the direct supervision of the Physician or RN.
  • Apply oxygen per mask or nasal cannula.
  • Identify medications and read medication labels appropriate to the situation.
  • Respond to Code Blue page and other emergency situations within the unit.
  • Apply monitoring equipment.
• Assist physician with obtaining specimens, including:
  • Initiate requisitions; order lab work via the computer.
  • Understand and articulate name and location of specimen.
  • Deliver specimens to the laboratory in a safe, expedient manner.
• Document the following:
  • Disposition of patient’s valuables.
  • Time patient enters procedure room.
  • Equipment/supplies used.
  • Vital signs.
  • Source and name of specimens and time to lab.
• Perform a variety of technical functions, including:
  • Order and stock supplies and special equipment.
  • Check labels for expiration dates on supplies.
  • Order supplies and equipment repairs as needed.
  • Prepare sterile trays and fields.
  • Routine cleaning assignments, including decontamination of endoscopic equipment.
  • Infection control principles and practices are essential and mandatory.
  • Biological testing, chemical activation testing and documentation.
  • Assist with scheduling of patients.
  • Assist with charge documentation.
  • Assist with orientation of personnel.

• Perform all duties in a manner consistent with safe patient care and according to policy and procedures. Respect patient’s rights to privacy, dignity and safety.
• Must be able to wear any Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required for complying with Standard Precautions (OSHA).
• Contribute to unit projects and assists in trial and evaluations of new equipment/supplies and procedures.
• Promote a positive work environment as evidenced by quality service and positive staff attitudes.
• Demonstrate and actively promote an understanding and commitment to the mission of Henry Ford through performing behaviors consistent with the Ascension Standards of Performance and Code of Ethics.
• This position shall have access to and disclose personal health information only when reasonably necessary to perform the designated job‑related responsibilities. Disclosure and/or use of personal health information for any purpose other than as reasonably necessary for designated job responsibilities is prohibited.
• Perform all other duties and assignments as requested.
• This position requires the ability to identify age‑related differences within the persons served and the adjustment of treatment…