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Endoscopy Technician

Emory Healthcare

#Medical Records #Healthcare #Patient Monitoring #Endoscopy #Cytology #Colonoscopy #Anoscopy #Biopsy Specimens #Gastroscopy #Peritoneoscopy

Quick overview

Assists physicians with routine and complex gastrointestinal diagnostic procedures and manages the operation and maintenance of specialized GID equipment. Provides pre- and post-operative patient education and coordinates scheduling and documentation across hospital departments.

Requirements summary

Requires a minimum of two years of experience as a Gastro-Intestinal Diagnostic Laboratory Technician. Must be able to meet medium physical requirements, including lifting up to 50 lbs and standing for extended periods.

Equipment MaintenanceCPRPatient EducationVital Signs MonitoringSpecimen CollectionMedical DocumentationClinical TrainingOxygen TherapyPatient CoordinationEKG OperationGastrointestinal Diagnostic ProceduresEndoscope Operation

Job description

Overview Be inspired. Be rewarded. Belong. At Emory Healthcare. At Emory Healthcare we fuel your professional journey with better benefits, valuable resources, ongoing mentorship and leadership programs for all types of jobs, and a supportive environment that enables you to reach new heights in your career and be what you want to be. We provide:
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Ongoing mentorship, development, and leadership programs and more Description Assists the physician in performing routine and complex gastrointestinal diagnostic procedures. Provides orientation and training to lower-level technicians. Delivers pre- and post-operative education to patients. Reviews procedure schedules and recommends improvements to enhance workflow. Communicates directly with other hospital departments to: Schedule patient procedures Order necessary supplies Conduct in-service education for hospital staff Clinical and Procedural Support Sets up and assists the gastroenterologist with procedures including: Gastroscopy Dilatation Colonoscopy Electrocoagulation Flexible proctoscopy Anoscopy Peritoneoscopy Liver biopsy Sclerosis procedures Motility studies Secretin studies Gastric analysis Small bowel endoscopy Transesophageal cardiography Other related procedures Assists with specimen collection for laboratory analysis, including: Biopsy specimens Cytology samples Fecal samples Viral cultures Duodenal aspirates Other diagnostic specimens Operates EKG and other patient monitoring equipment. May discontinue IV fluids when appropriate. Initiates and assists with CPR when required. Administers oxygen therapy. Monitors patient vital signs during endoscopy and recovery procedures and reports abnormalities to the physician. Under physician or nursing supervision, may prepare and administer medications. Equipment Operation and Maintenance Operates specialized gastrointestinal diagnostic equipment including: Endoscopes Light sources GID accessory equipment Cautery and photocoagulation devices Monitoring equipment Peritoneoscopy equipment Motility machines Other related equipment Performs preventive maintenance on equipment. Troubleshoots equipment malfunctions when they occur. Maintains knowledge of inventory standards and equipment locations. Communicates low inventory levels to the manager and orders needed supplies from other departments. Properly disposes of broken or damaged equipment. Patient Education and Coordination Educates patients about procedures using: Verbal explanations Educational pamphlets Relevant audiovisual materials Ensures patients’ questions are addressed by coordinating with physicians or nurses before and after procedures. Verifies that a properly signed consent form is obtained prior to any procedure. Coordinates with transport staff to pick up and discharge patients from nursing units or hospital departments. May transport both inpatients and outpatients to and from the GID Lab using a wheelchair or stretcher. Professional Development Works with management to develop a professional development plan. Attends educational in-services and training sessions as appropriate. Participates in professional activities and organizations to stay informed of current practices and developments. Documentation and Administrative Responsibilities Maintains accurate and complete records, including: Procedure charges Data sheets Specimen and laboratory slips Medications administered Adverse reactions Equipment sent for repair Other required documentation Coordinates patient scheduling with other hospital departments. Training and Staff Support Assists with training new employees in the GID Lab. Helps train visiting personnel from other hospitals. May conduct GID-related in-service training for non-GID personnel. Additional Responsibilities Performs other related duties as required.

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