2308-Endoscopy Technician

Job description

CITY AND COUNTY OF SAN FRANCISCO

DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES

Title: Endoscopy Technician

Job Code: 2308

DEFINITION

Under supervision of a Registered Nurse, the 2308 Endoscopy Technician assists the provider, nurse, and patient with pre, intra, and post care during gastrointestinal endoscopic procedures. The Endoscopy Technician is responsible for performing technical skills within regulatory and organizational standards and departmental scope of service. They are proficient with gastrointestinal endoscopic equipment and ensure proper performance of endoscopic equipment, selecting alternate equipment or adjusting equipment settings to accommodate patient needs.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES

The 2308 Endoscopy Technician is distinguished from the 2320 Registered Nurse in that the former assists and provides support to the Registered Nurse, whereas the latter is involved with performing the procedure in conjunction with the physician.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

None.

EXAMPLES OF IMPORTANT AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES

According to Civil Service Commission Rule 109, the duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to this job code/class and are not intended to be an inclusive list.

1. Assists physician and nurse staff to complete endoscopic procedures, including, but not limited to: Colonoscopy with or without interventions, Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS), Endoscopic Mucosal Resections (EMR), Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) with and without interventions, Esophageal Dilation, Flexible Sigmoidoscopy.

2. Assists physician in accomplishing intraprocedural interventions, including but not limited to: obtaining biopsies, preparing diagnostic biopsy specimens, polypectomy, application of hemostatic clips, intramucosal injection, inflation of balloon dilators, and placement of intraluminal stents.

3. Assists physician and nurse staff to verify correct patient and procedures, informs patients of the procedure to be performed, and ensures patient comfort and safety during the procedure.

4. Prepares procedural rooms for the performance of gastrointestinal endoscopic procedures and maintains adequate inventory of supplies in endoscopy rooms.

5. Evaluates the functioning and calibration of the endoscopy equipment used during the procedure to ensure patient safety.

6. May assist in training staff in the operation of equipment, proper techniques, handling of instruments, and GI Procedures.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of: endoscopy equipment and use in basic and advanced endoscopy procedures; anatomy and physiology related to the gastrointestinal system, with ability to recognize and report obvious abnormalities during procedures; universal precautions and disinfection techniques and ability to adhere to standard operating policies and procedures to clean reusable medical equipment.

Ability or Skill to: follow oral and written instructions; cope with surgical problems; carry out hospital rules, policies, and procedures as related in endoscopy room; work closely and effectively with team members; assist nurses in orienting other personnel to techniques, procedures, and equipment; explain procedures to patients; assemble equipment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

These minimum qualifications establish the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license(s) which are required for employment in the classification. Please note, additional qualifications (i.e., special conditions) may apply to a particular position and will be stated on the exam/job announcement.

Education:

Experience:

Six (6) months of experience working with patients in a healthcare setting.

License and Certification:

Possession of a BLS � Basic Life Support certification.

Substitution:

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

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ORIGINATION DATE:

06/05/24

AMENDED DATE:

REASON FOR AMENDMENT:

To accurately reflect the current tasks, knowledge, skills & abilities, and minimum qualifications.

BUSINESS UNIT(S):

COMMN

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Disaster service work

All City and County of San Francisco employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the City requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

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