Endoscopy Tech- Endoscopy, Full Time, Day

Job Summary:

Under the direction and supervision of the Specialty Coordinator/Registered Nurse, the Endoscopy Technician assists with the coordination of nursing care of the patient in the Endoscopy department and functions as a member of the health care team. The Endoscopy Technician is familiar with gastrointestinal and pulmonary diseases and assists during endoscopic procedures. The incumbent in this position will support the mission, vision, values and strategic initiatives of Mary Washington Healthcare and must demonstrate a commitment to quality service to patients, physicians, the public and co-workers

• Provides and maintains a healthy and safe environment for the patient and staff by complying with regulatory agency requirements and standards set forth by professional organizations and institutional policies.
• Communicates changes in patient status as appropriate.
• Acknowledges the diversity of patients.
• Complies with legal and practice standards inherent in patient care (e.g., patient's bill of rights).
• Reprocesses and maintains equipment according to standards of infection control, policies/procedures and manufacturers’ instructions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Assists the physician and GI Registered Nurse before, during, and after diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Administration via the endoscope of medications (ONLY saline, India Ink, Omnipaque) during a procedure at the direction and under the direct supervision of the physician.
• Is knowledgeable about Saline, India Ink, Omni Paq on the sterile/procedural field and verifies all labeled medications with the RN.
• Collaborates with the interprofessional team to ensure quality and continuity of care.
• Assists in data collection to identify the patient's needs, problems, concerns or human responses (e.g., vital signs).
• Communicates effectively with patient and interprofessional team to ensure quality and continuity of care.
• Maintains knowledge of current practice issues related to the field of gastroenterology.
• Assists, under the direction of the GI Registered Nurse, in the implementation of the established plan of care.
• Implements, prioritizes, and communicates safe therapeutic care for patient throughout the patient’s Endoscopy experience.
• Participates in lifelong learning (e.g., continuing education).
• Participates in performance improvement activities as directed.
• Completes tasks as delegated by RN within defined role functions and documented competency.

• Healthcare experience required.
• One-time completion of Associates Program through the Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates (SGNA) required within 6 months of hire.
• Completion of Certified Nursing Assistant, military, or vocational training program preferred.
• High School graduate or equivalent required.
• BLS certification required.