Endoscopy Technician

at  Ascension

DETAILS

• Department: Sterile Processing (Endo)
• Schedule: FT Days, 9a-5:30p, M-F
• Hospital: Ascension St. Vincent
• Location: Carmel, IN
  This position involves working in a fast paced area with a focus on Endoscopy reprocessing with anywhere from 15-20 cases per day. There is an opportunity to continue to learn, get additional training and ultimately earn a CER certification (if not already certified).

REQUIREMENTS

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate’s degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Support endoscopic procedures by preparing the equipment, field and managing specimens.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare patients for procedures by reviewing medical history, appropriately positioning patient and cleaning/shaving/numbing testing sites as appropriate.
• Interpret, describe and report test results. Recognize recording errors and artifacts and react appropriately.
• Monitor patient prior to, during and after procedures and promptly report any abnormal findings in patient’s condition.
• Prepare and maintain equipment, supply and lab area.