Job Description

JOB TITLE: Endoscopy Technician, Certified

SUPERSEDES: 03/00, 12/17, 01/19, 02/20, 12/22, 11/24, 07/25 (Endoscopy Technician)

FLSA: Non-Exempt

JOB CODE: 3660

ISSUED: 03/2000

REVISED: 07/2025

BASIC FUNCTION AND RESPONSIBILITY

The Endoscopy Technician, Certified supports physicians and clinical staff in preparation for, during, and after endoscopy and GI procedures. They are responsible for pre-procedure set up, assistance to the physician during procedure, and care, handling, and processing of endoscopy scopes and procedural equipment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Complete pre-procedure room set up, including but not limited to: endoscope set up, video tower set-up, supply set up, and specimen management supplies.

Assist physicians with specimen management, including proper labeling and processing.

In collaboration with the physician, actively communicate key procedural elements to the RN, including specimen types and location.

Properly handle scopes. Complete immediate bedside cleaning of scopes prior to transport to decontamination. Report known damage to endoscopes and equipment and follow departmental processes to remove from service and implement repairs.

Maintain endoscopic instruments and accessories in working order. Troubleshoot and recognize malfunctions with equipment. Anticipate the needs of the endoscopist and endoscopy team.

Maintain a clean and safe patient care environment. Implement and follow infection control procedures according to the hospital policy and SGNA guidelines, while following departmental policy and manufacturer guidelines for cleaning and disinfection of equipment.

Facilitate room turnover for efficient delivery of care. Assist with bedside cleaning of the scopes. Clean rooms after completion of procedures and set up room for next procedure.

Maintain appropriate levels of supplies in each endoscopy room and scope room. Assist with managing inventory under the direction of the nursing supervisor/manager.

Perform duties in a cost-effective manner, to avoid waste of hospital resources. Assist with transferring and positioning of patients as needed.

Participate in quality improvement activities. Assist in maintaining compliance with hospital accreditation and other internal and external regulatory standards.

May complete unit/department-specific duties and expectations as outlined in department documents.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Ability to multi-task and adapt to changing situations within the patient care setting.

Basic knowledge of medical procedures, digestive tract and respiratory disease processes.

Ability to follow written and verbal direction with strong attention to detail.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Supervision is received from the designated supervisor or manager in the assigned department

Functional guidance over daily work is received from the RNs and LPNs in the department.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

None

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities can be obtained is required.

Flexible Endoscope Reprocessor GI Scope Certification (CFER) by the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) within two (2) years as a condition of continued employment in this job classification.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Clinical experience as Certified Nursing Assistant, Patient Care Tech, Medical Assistant, Surgical Technician, or similar position.

Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met with or without reasonable accommodation. The performance of these physical demands is an essential function of the job. This position is very active and requires ambulating, reaching, and moving objects weighing up to and over 20 lbs.

This role also routinely comes into contact with patients who may have

contagious illnesses. This position is in a health care facility open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Rotating shifts as well as holiday and work during inclement weather will be required.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job; however, completion of these duties is a measure of successful performance. Employees of this job classification are subject to performance reviews. Basic function, responsibilities and characteristics duties may change at any time with or without notice.

SAFETY SENSITIVE STATUS

This position is considered safety sensitive.

This document is a general description of typical job duties, responsibilities and qualifications of employees holding the associated job title. Additional duties, specific qualifications and work emphasis may vary between individual positions.