Endoscopy Technician- Enfield, CT-ASC

Employment Type

• Full time
• Shift:
• Description: Purpose The Endoscopy Technician serves as a member of the Ambulatory Surgery Center (“Center”) team, responds to patient needs, prepares / maintains resources (e.g., equipment, instruments, supplies) & provides safe, quality health care services & / or assistance for non-surgical endoscopy procedures in accordance with level of experience, education, policies / procedures / protocols & standards.

Note

• “patients” refers to patients, clients, residents, participants, customers, members
• Essential
• Functions
• Our
• Trinity
• Health
• Culture: Knows, understands, incorporates & demonstrates our Trinity Health Mission, Values, Vision, Actions & Promise in behaviors, practices & decisions.
• Work
• Focus: Performs clinical care activities (direct or indirect) for patients within the “scope of practice” laws & training received; Cares for patients safely by assisting in clinical care services or engaging in administrative activities (e.g., maintaining records or supplies) that enhance or improve coordination, preparation & flow of the care experience.
• Process
• Focus: Knows, understands & incorporates basic or essential area of practice (document, coordinate, communicate) & training standards.

Communication

Uses clear, effective, respectful language & communication methods / means.

Environment

Performs work in a safe, engaging, collaborative & supportive manner; Influences the responsible use of resources; Accountable for continuous self-development & supporting the growth of others. Maintains a working knowledge of applicable federal, state & local laws/regulations, Trinity Health Integrity & Compliance Program & Code of Conduct, as well as other policies, procedures & guidelines in order to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical & professional behavior & safe work practices. Functional Role (not inclusive of titles or advancement career progression) Tech / Support III – skilled: Licensed, unlicensed, certified, uncertified role (direct healthcare) that supports non-surgical endoscopy routine & complex invasive diagnostic & therapeutic procedure & processes; Accountable for equipment, supplies, room set up & assisting in running equipment during procedures; Provides patient care to patients as directed by the Director of Nursing / Medical Director / Quality Committee(s); Assists in patient intake, transport, placement of monitoring devices & sample collection / preparation; Establishes & maintains a safe & clean procedural room suite & sterile field; Adheres to high level disinfecting standards for reprocessing endoscopes & follows manufacturer’s guidelines; Sterilizes equipment after procedures & ensures equipment is maintained in ready working order; Performs quality testing & assists & / or ensures documentation & detailed records are kept & hand-off reports are accurate / concise / pertinent; Distributes information regarding equipment or instruments at in-service / training sessions; Performs essential duties & techniques appropriate to role / function / procedure; Participates in quality improvement processes & continuous surveillance, rounding or monitoring for safety; May serve as a resource (lead), role model & / or mentor.

Minimum Qualifications

High School diploma or GED; At least two (2) years endoscopy or ambulatory surgery experience; Meets requirements for applicable state(s) of engagement. Additional Qualifications (nice to have) Associate degree in medical assisting or surgical technology; Endoscopy technician program certification; Certified Flexible Endoscope Reprocessor certification. Physical & Mental Requirements & Working Conditions (General Summary) Direct Healthcare Services / Indirect Healthcare / Support Services: Exposure to conditions which may be considered unpleasant to sight, touch, sound & / or smell. Occasional Exposure to fumes, odors, dusts, mists & gases, biohazards / hazards (mechanical, electrical, burns, chemicals, radiation, sharp objects, etc.). Occasional Exposure to or subject to noise, infectious waste, diseases & conditions. Occasional Exposure to interruptions, shifting priorities & stressful situations. Occasional Ability to follow tasks through to completion, understand & relate to complex ideas / concepts, remember multiple tasks & regimens over long periods of time & work on concurrent tasks / projects. Frequent Ability to read small print, hear sounds & voice / speech patterns, give / receive instructions & other verbal communications (in-person & / or over the phone / computer / device / equipment assigned) with some background noise. Frequent Perform manual dexterity activities & / or grasping / handling. Frequent Ability to climb, kneel, crouch & / or operate foot controls. Occasional Use a computer / other technology. Frequent Sit with the ability to vary / adjust physical position or activity. Frequent Maintain a safe working environment & use available personal protective equipment (PPE). Continuous Comply with Trinity Health’s Code of Conduct, policies, procedures & guidelines. Continuous Ability to provide assistance in the event of an emergency. Occasional Direct Healthcare Services: Perform activities that require standing / walking with the ability to vary / adjust physical position or activity. Continuous Lift a maximum of 30 pounds unassisted. Frequent Use upper & lower extremities, engage in bending / stooping / reaching & pushing / pulling. Frequent Work indoors (subject to travel requirements) under temperature-controlled & well-lit conditions. Continuous Encounter worksites (e.g., patient homes) or travel to worksites that may have variable internal & external environmental conditions. Continuous Perform work that involves physical efforts (e.g., transporting, moving, positioning & / or ambulating patients). Continuous Indirect Healthcare / Support Services: Perform activities that require standing / walking with the ability to vary / adjust physical position or activity. Occasional Lift a maximum of 30 pounds unassisted. Occasional Experience of long periods of walking / standing / stooping / bending / pulling & / or pushing. Occasional Encounter a clinical / patient facing / hands on interactive work environment. Occasional Work indoors (subject to travel requirements) under temperature-controlled & well-lit conditions. Continuous Work outdoors with variable external environmental conditions. Occasional Average Workday Activity: Occasional - O (1% - 33%), Frequent - F (34% - 66%), Continuous - C (67% - 100%) Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.