Endoscopy Technician

The Department of Perioperative Services at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is seeking a full-time TH CTS Endoscopy Associate / Endoscopy Technician.

General Duties

• Assist in the setup of the procedural room
• Assemble necessary supplies and instruments for the gastrointestinal procedures
• Perform hand hygiene as required
• Assist with the preparation of the patient undergoing a gastrointestinal procedure
• Actively participate in the patient verification process and all processes associated with the
• safety of the procedural patient
• Confirm and ensure the high-level disinfection of all procedural scopes
• Assist with all infection prevention measures
• Assist with patient safety measures including those associated with reducing the risk of infection as well as care and handling of specimens
• Assist with the cleaning of the procedure room, post procedure and at end of day
• Assist with the maintenance of supplies and equipment necessary for gastrointestinal procedures
• Maintain proficiency and competency of usage of all gastrointestinal equipment and supplies
• Assist providers during gastrointestinal procedures

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain procedure rooms before, during, and after endoscopic procedures.
• Assemble, inspect, and organize the equipment, instruments, and supplies required for gastrointestinal procedures.
• Assist physicians, nurses, and other clinical staff during diagnostic endoscopic procedures.
• Assist with positioning and preparing patients for procedures under the direction of licensed clinical staff.
• Participate in patient-identification, procedure-verification, time-out, and other established patient-safety processes.
• Perform hand hygiene and follow all infection-prevention and standard-precaution requirements.
• Clean, decontaminate, inspect, test, transport, store, and support the high-level disinfection of endoscopes and accessories in accordance with established policies and manufacturers’ instructions for use.
• Assist with the safe collection, labeling, handling, and transport of specimens.
• Clean and disinfect procedure rooms, equipment, and work areas between cases and at the end of the day.
• Monitor and replenish supplies required for gastrointestinal procedures and promptly report shortages.
• Inspect equipment for proper operation and report damaged, malfunctioning, or missing equipment.
• Maintain competency in the operation, care, and handling of endoscopy equipment, instruments, and supplies.
• Follow hospital policies regarding patient privacy, infection prevention, environmental safety, and workplace safety.
• Complete required documentation and maintain accurate reprocessing and quality-control records, as assigned.
• Participate in required education, competency assessments, quality-improvement activities, and departmental initiatives.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support the operational needs of the Endoscopy Unit and Department of Perioperative Services

Qualifications Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ year of relevant clinical experience or successful completion of an approved surgical technology, endoscopy technology, or comparable clinical training program.
• Ability to understand and follow infection-prevention practices, safety procedures, and manufacturers’ instructions for use.
• Ability to handle endoscopy equipment, instruments, supplies, and specimens safely and appropriately.
• Effective communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced procedural environment.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, including standing for extended periods and moving or positioning equipment and supplies.
• Or, a satisfactory equivalent combination of experience, education and training.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in an Endoscopy Unit, gastrointestinal procedure area, operating room, or other procedural setting.
• Experience with endoscope cleaning, decontamination, and high-level disinfection.
• Current Basic Life Support certification.
• Endoscopy technician or flexible endoscope reprocessor certification, if applicable.

About Us Are you looking to take your career to new heights with a leader in healthcare? SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is one of the nation's leading metropolitan medical centers. As the only academic medical center in Brooklyn, we serve a large population that is among the most diverse in the world. We are also highly-ranked by Castle Connolly Medical, a healthcare rating company for consumers, among the top 5 leading U.S. medical schools for training doctors.

About The Team Equal Employment Opportunity SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction, and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.

Women, minorities, veterans, individuals with disabilities and members of underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact Human Resources at [email protected].