Crystal Dostal

Endoscopy Technician

Advanced Gastrointestinal Associates PA

06.2023 - Current

Advanced skillset through participation in specialized trainings on various types of endoscopic equipment, broadening capabilities as a technician.
Set up endoscopy suites with equipment and supplies needed for procedures.
Collaborated with physicians and nurses to develop individualized patient care plans focused on maximizing comfort and minimizing anxiety levels.
Improved patient comfort during endoscopic procedures by providing attentive care and maintaining a calming environment.
Assisted in the collection of diagnostic specimens during endoscopic procedures, ensuring proper labeling and handling for accurate laboratory analysis.
Handled inventory and preparation for upcoming procedures by ordering supplies and ensuring rooms were stocked and set-up for patients.
Efficiently set-up and tore down procedure rooms in preparation for upcoming procedures.
Prepared patients for procedures to assist doctors, nurses and support staff.
Ensured timely completion of endoscopic procedures by effectively assisting physicians with scope insertions, biopsies, and polypectomies.
Transferred scopes to appropriate department for repairs and maintenance.
Reduced risk of infection through meticulous cleaning, disinfection, and maintenance of endoscopes and accessories.
Supported physicians and nursing staff during procedures.
Assisted medical staff by preparing patients for procedures.
Assisted doctors, nurses and support staff by preparing for patient procedures.
Handled transfers of scopes to various departments for maintenance and routine repairs.
Maintained all safety protocols and processes when cleaning, disinfecting and sterilizing endoscopes and related equipment.
Streamlined workflow within the endoscopy unit by effectively coordinating room schedules and ensuring prompt turnaround times between procedures.
Kept detailed track of inventory levels and placed orders for new supplies.
Setup patient charts and documented information while ensuring confidentiality.
Got patient’s ready for their procedure.
Recovered patients after their procedures.
Checked patient’s in and checked people out.
Take co-payments.
Worked with the hospital closely to schedule procedures.
Scheduled procedures.
Triage patients.
Sending and receiving medical records.