Endoscopy Technician

ob Summary

The Endoscopy Technician supports physicians and nurses during endoscopic procedures by preparing and maintaining equipment, ensuring a sterile environment, and assisting with patient care. The technician plays a key role in maintaining procedure flow and ensuring patient safety

Role & responsibilities

• Prepare procedure rooms and ensure all endoscopic equipment and instruments are properly sterilized and functioning.
• Assist physicians and nurses during endoscopic procedures such as colonoscopies, gastroscopies, bronchoscopies, and more.
• Clean, disinfect, and sterilize scopes and equipment according to hospital protocol and manufacturer guidelines.
• Maintain accurate logs and documentation for equipment maintenance, scope tracking, and patient data.
• Monitor inventory of supplies and restock procedure rooms as necessary.
• Transport specimens to the lab as required, following proper chain-of-custody procedures.
• Ensure patient comfort and safety before, during, and after procedures under the supervision of clinical staff.
• Troubleshoot and report any equipment malfunctions or concerns to the appropriate personnel.
• Comply with all infection control, safety, and patient privacy (HIPAA) regulations.

Preferred candidate profile

• Prior experience as an endoscopy technician or in a clinical setting is preferred.
• Knowledge of GI/endoscopy procedures and sterilization techniques is a plus.
• Completion of a certified Endoscopy Technician program preferred.
• Certified Endoscopy Technician (CET) or Gastroenterology Tech (GTS) certification preferred.
• Knowledge of infection control and sterile processing standards.
• Technological proficiency in handling medical equipment and documentation systems.