Endoscopy Technician performs various direct patient care activities in the endoscopy unit under the supervision of a physician. Ensures that all equipment is functioning properly. Being an Endoscopy Technician may assist with medical procedures. Typically requires an associate degree. Additionally, Endoscopy Technician typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Endoscopy Technician works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be an Endoscopy Technician typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
PURPOSE OF THIS POSITION
The primary purpose of your job description is to assess, plan, direct, administer, teach and evaluate nursing care; to ensure quality and efficiency according to established policies and procedures, and especially the performance of job-related technical skills.
JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Duty 1: Ensures complete patient assessments and formulates an individualized plan of care.
Duty 2: Manages emotional and physical pain and promotes comfort based on standards of care and protocol.
Duty 3: Functions as a team member and works collaboratively and interdependently in the surgical role.
Duty 4: Assumes an active role in keeping informed regarding changes in policies, surgical procedures and equipment.
Duty 5: Supports the implementation of clinical changes and evidence based practices.
Duty 6: Tailors nursing care to meet the age specific and developmentally appropriate patient care.
Duty 7: Demonstrates knowledge of standards that reflect professional and JAHO guidelines for care and recognizes personal accountability for the guidelines.
Duty 8: Demonstrates appropriate isolation techniques and procedures in accordance with universal precautions to maintain a clean and safe work environment.
Duty 9: Demonstrates knowledge in correct use of all forms and documentation utilized in day to day operations of the department.
Duty 10: Maintains an awareness and demonstrates an understanding of the surgical patient’s need for comfort, positioning, safety and follows through to provide needed services.
Duty 11: Demonstrates cost effective awareness and practices efficient and non-wasteful use of supplies and equipment.
Duty 12: Assures patient’s rights to confidentiality of care and treatment.
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PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This position requires a full range of body motion with intermittent in walking, sitting, lifting, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting, and standing. The associate will be required to lift 50 pounds or more and lift work above the shoulder. The associate must have corrected vision and hearing in the normal range. Individual must have excellent verbal communication skills to perform daily tasks. The individual must have good eye/hand coordination and fine finger dexterity.
This position is classified at risk for possible occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens. (HBV, HIV, etc.)
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