Endoscopy Technicians
What is an Endoscopy Technician?
An Endoscopy Technician is a specialized healthcare professional who plays a crucial role in the field of gastrointestinal (GI) medicine. They are responsible for assisting physicians during endoscopic procedures, which involve the use of an endoscope to visually examine the interior of a patient's digestive tract, including the esophagus, stomach, and intestines. Their primary duties include preparing and maintaining the endoscopy suite, ensuring that all necessary instruments and equipment are sterile and functioning properly, and supporting medical staff in various capacities during procedures.
Endoscopy Technicians also focus on patient care, providing comfort and information to patients before, during, and after their procedures. They may assist in the administration of sedation under the guidance of physicians and monitor patients' vital signs to ensure safety throughout the process. Additionally, they are involved in documenting procedural data and helping to maintain compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
With the increasing demand for minimally invasive procedures, the role of Endoscopy Technicians is becoming increasingly important in modern healthcare settings. These professionals typically work in collaboration with gastroenterologists, surgeons, and nursing staff in hospitals, outpatient clinics, and specialty centers, contributing to effective patient outcomes in the management of gastrointestinal disorders.
Tasks
- Clean, disinfect, or calibrate scopes or other endoscopic instruments according to manufacturer recommendations and facility standards.
- Collect specimens from patients, using standard medical procedures.
- Perform safety checks to verify proper equipment functioning.
- Maintain or repair endoscopic equipment.
- Assist physicians or registered nurses in the conduct of endoscopic procedures.
Technology Skills
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Medical software
- MEDITECH software
- Patient electronic medical record EMR software
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Presentation software
- Microsoft PowerPoint
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Spreadsheet software
- Microsoft Excel
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Electronic mail software
- Email software
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Office suite software
- Microsoft Office software
Tools Used
- Endoscope maintenance units
- Endoscopic instrument sets
- Wheelchairs
- Endoscopic snares or snare wires
- Electronic medical thermometers
Knowledge
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English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
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Customer and Personal Service
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
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Medicine and Dentistry
Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.
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Education and Training
Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
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Computers and Electronics
Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
Skills
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Active Listening
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
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Reading Comprehension
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
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Critical Thinking
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
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Social Perceptiveness
Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
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Active Learning
Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
Abilities
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Near Vision
The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
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Problem Sensitivity
The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing that there is a problem.
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Oral Comprehension
The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
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Oral Expression
The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
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Written Comprehension
The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
Education
How much education does a new hire need to perform a job in this occupation?
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High school diploma or equivalent
or: GED, High School Equivalency Certificate
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Post-secondary certificate
Awarded for training completed after high school (for example, in Personnel Services, Engineering-related Technologies, Vocational Home Economics, Construction Trades, Mechanics and Repairers, Precision Production Trades)
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Associate's degree
Work Activities
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Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials
Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
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Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
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Assisting and Caring for Others
Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.
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Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
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Documenting/Recording Information
Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
Detailed Work Activities
- Maintain medical equipment or instruments.
- Clean medical equipment.
- Collect biological specimens from patients.
- Monitor medical equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Assist practitioners to perform medical procedures.
Work Interests
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Realistic
Work involves designing, building, or repairing of equipment, materials, or structures, engaging in physical activity, or working outdoors. Realistic occupations are often associated with engineering, mechanics and electronics, construction, woodworking, transportation, machine operation, agriculture, animal services, physical or manual labor, athletics, or protective services.
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Conventional
Work involves following procedures and regulations to organize information or data, typically in a business setting. Conventional occupations are often associated with office work, accounting, mathematics/statistics, information technology, finance, or human resources.
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Investigative
Work involves studying and researching non-living objects, living organisms, disease or other forms of impairment, or human behavior. Investigative occupations are often associated with physical, life, medical, or social sciences, and can be found in the fields of humanities, mathematics/statistics, information technology, or health care service.
Job Outlook
Projected salary and job growth
$31630.0 - $65250.0
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years.
Assessment
Related assessments and tests
No assessment available.