Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

Posting

Purpose

The Endoscopy Technician serves as a member of the Ambulatory Surgery Center (“Center”) team, responds to patient needs, prepares / maintains resources (e.g., equipment, instruments, supplies) & provides safe, quality health care services & / or assistance for non-surgical endoscopy procedures in accordance with level of experience, education, policies / procedures / protocols & standards.

Essential Functions

Our Trinity Health Culture: Knows, understands, incorporates & demonstrates our Trinity Health Mission, Values, Vision, Actions & Promise in behaviors, practices & decisions.

Work Focus: Performs clinical care activities (direct or indirect) for patients within the “scope of practice” laws & training received; Cares for patients safely by assisting in clinical care services or engaging in administrative activities (e.g., maintaining records or supplies) that enhance or improve coordination, preparation & flow of the care experience.

Process Focus: Knows, understands & incorporates basic or essential area of practice (document, coordinate, communicate) & training standards.

Communication: Uses clear, effective, respectful language & communication methods / means.

Environment: Performs work in a safe, engaging, collaborative & supportive manner; Influences the responsible use of resources; Accountable for continuous self-development & supporting the growth of others.

Maintains a working knowledge of applicable federal, state & local laws/regulations, Trinity Health Integrity & Compliance Program & Code of Conduct, as well as other policies, procedures & guidelines in order to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical & professional behavior & safe work practices.

Tech / Support III – skilled: Licensed, unlicensed, certified, uncertified role (direct healthcare) that supports non-surgical endoscopy routine & complex invasive diagnostic & therapeutic procedure & processes; Accountable for equipment, supplies, room set up & assisting in running equipment during procedures; Provides patient care to patients as directed by the Director of Nursing / Medical Director / Quality Committee(s); Assists in patient intake, transport, placement of monitoring devices & sample collection / preparation; Establishes & maintains a safe & clean procedural room suite & sterile field; Adheres to high level disinfecting standards for reprocessing endoscopes & follows manufacturer’s guidelines; Sterilizes equipment after procedures & ensures equipment is maintained in ready working order; Performs quality testing & assists & / or ensures documentation & detailed records are kept & hand-off reports are accurate / concise / pertinent; Distributes information regarding equipment or instruments at in-service / training sessions; Performs essential duties & techniques appropriate to role / function / procedure; Participates in quality improvement processes & continuous surveillance, rounding or monitoring for safety; May serve as a resource (lead), role model & / or mentor.

Minimum Qualifications

High School diploma or GED; At least two (2) years endoscopy or ambulatory surgery experience; Meets requirements for applicable state(s) of engagement.

Additional Qualifications (nice to have)

Associate degree in medical assisting or surgical technology; Endoscopy technician program certification; Certified Flexible Endoscope Reprocessor certification.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.