Endoscopy Technician

Endoscopy Technician

Commonwealth Endoscopy Center

120 West Center St, Ste 11

West Bridgewater, Ma 02379

Commonwealth Endoscopy Center is a state of the art ambulatory surgical center that is Medicare Certified and accredited by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Healthcare. The doctors, nurses and staff at Commonwealth Endoscopy Center, Inc appreciate the confidence you have placed upon us. We strive to meet your satisfaction by providing the utmost professional care to you, our patient.

The Center’s management company, AMSURG is a nationally recognized leader in the strategic and operational management of ambulatory surgery centers with medical specialties ranging from gastroenterology to ophthalmology and orthopedics. With more than 250 surgery centers across the U.S., we partner with physicians and health systems to deliver the highest standards of patient care and quality. For more information, please access our website:

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. Through AMSURG, our clinician-led organization is changing the face of healthcare by delivering high-quality care that puts the patient first.

Position Summary

Responsible for rendering professional care to patients undergoing surgical procedures within the Center, in accordance with established procedures. Functions cooperatively with physicians and team members exhibiting teamwork characteristics. May be responsible for ensuring proper care and use of instruments and equipment. May transport patients to and from procedure room. Assists with cleanliness of procedure room area and assists with room turnover.

Essential Duties, Tasks and Responsibilities

Assists in preparing patient for designated procedure as requested by physician

Assists physician during endoscopy procedure

Handles patient specimens per policy

Accurately completes laboratory slips and culture/path slips, as requested

Reports observed changes in patient condition to Endoscopy/Recovery Room nurse (if applicable)

After the procedure, restocks supplies as appropriate for the next procedure or end of the day

Works collaboratively with the healthcare team to prepare the endoscopy suite according to requirements of patient, physician, and procedure, but not be limited to, assembling and providing properly functioning equipment, supplies, and instruments

Works collaboratively with the endoscopy team to assure high level disinfection and/or sterility of instruments and supplies according to policy and procedure

Follows manufacturer’s instructions for use for all steps of cleaning, high level disinfection or sterilization for instruments and/or equipment

Following manufacturer’s instructions and centers policy and procedures, appropriately cleans endoscopy suite between cases and daily terminal cleaning

Assists with maintaining adequate inventory of supplies

Proactively participates in QAPI and Safety Programs

Demonstrates knowledge of and adheres to the Code of Conduct

Complies with center policies and procedures

Demonstrates an attitude that is caring, respectful, sensitive, tactful, compassionate, empathetic, and tolerant

Provides a safe environment for the patient

Communicates safety concerns appropriately, following Chain of Command

Legibly documents when necessary in the performance of job

Promotes patient and physician satisfaction

Practices appropriate aseptic techniques and sterile processes as appropriate to the endoscopy suite

Wears appropriate Personal Protected Equipment (PPE)

Observes universal precautions

Refers situations beyond ability or function to proper person

Regular and predictable attendance

Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned

Attends all required education

Position Qualifications

• High school Diploma or equivalent
• BLS certification
• One (1) year experience as a endoscopy technologist (preferred)

EOE Statement

AMSURG is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age (40 or older), race, color, religion, gender, sex, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.We strive to also provide a disability inclusive application and interview process. If you are a candidate with a disability and require reasonable accommodation in order to submit an application, please contact us at: <[email hidden]>. Please include your full name, the role you’re applying for and the accommodation necessary to assist you with the recruiting process.