Endoscopy Technician

Job Description

• Ensure consent is taken by doctor. • Explain endoscopy procedures to patient with support of his/her language with pro department staff. To check about any contraindication to endoscopy or sedation and inform the Doctor. • Gives instructions and prepares needed laboratory investigations for patient undergoing endoscopy procedures. Histopathological Biopsy. • Collaborates with the OPD Supervisor and anesthesia department in scheduling endoscopic examination that requires anesthetist intervention. • Responsible for handling the specimen safely. • Clean and disinfect scopes and all open accessories according to the manufacturer requirement. • Adheres to infection control policies and procedures. • Responsible for maintaining the inventory stock as delegated by HOD. • Performs safety checks to verify functions of equipment. • Preparing endoscopy room according to endoscopy procedure requirement. • Participates in any educational activities and attend continuing nursing education activity relevant to area of mandatory requirements. • Comply with all OSH and infection control policies, standards and procedures and cooperate with hospital management to comply those requirements • Work accordance with the documented OSH procedures and instructions, specific responsibilities • Be familiar with emergency and evacuation procedures • Notifying OSH Hazards, incidents, Near misses and issues and assistance with the preparation of risk assessments, incident reports • Comply with Waste management procedures and policies • Attend applicable OSH/Infection control training programs, mock drills and awareness programs • Use of appropriate personal protective equipment and safety systems