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Samantha Jackson

Teaneck,NJ

Summary

Dynamic Endoscopy Technician with extensive experience at Bergen Gastroenterology, skilled in high-level disinfection and patient care. Proven ability to enhance procedural efficiency and patient comfort through meticulous room preparation and effective teamwork. Committed to maintaining infection control standards while ensuring quality assurance in endoscopic procedures.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Endoscopy Technician

Northern New Jersey Center for Advanced Endoscopy
12.2024 - 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.
  • Handled inventory and preparation for upcoming procedures by ordering supplies and ensuring rooms were stocked and set-up for patients.
  • Assisted physicians and nursing staff with various tasks and responsibilities during procedures.
  • Efficiently set-up and tore down procedure rooms in preparation for upcoming procedures.
  • Assisted in the collection of diagnostic specimens during endoscopic procedures, ensuring proper labeling and handling for accurate laboratory analysis.
  • 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.

Endoscopy Technician

Bergen Gastroenterology
03.2017 - 04.2024
  • Maintained all safety protocols and processes when cleaning, disinfecting and sterilizing endoscopes and related equipment.
  • Handled transfers of scopes to various departments for maintenance and routine repairs.
  • Enhanced efficiency in the endoscopy suite by diligently preparing rooms and equipment for procedures.
  • Prepared for upcoming procedures by effectively setting up and tearing down rooms.

Education

No Degree - Medical Assistant

Eastwick College
Hackensack, NJ
03-2013

High School Diploma -

Teaneck High School
Teaneck, NJ
06-2002

Skills

  • Flexible endoscope use
  • Patient preparation
  • Measuring vital signs
  • Biopsy handling
  • Endoscopic procedures
  • High-level disinfection
  • Patient care
  • Preparing specimens
  • Infection control standards
  • Sterilization techniques
  • HIPAA
  • Patient positioning
  • Specimen collection
  • Room preparation
  • Aseptic techniques
  • Quality assurance
  • Specimen preparation
  • Procedure assistance
  • Certified in CPR
  • Endoscopy room setup
  • Maintaining endoscopic equipment
  • Scope calibration
  • Endoscope disinfection
  • Scope troubleshooting
  • Endoscope reprocessing
  • Teamwork
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Safety checking
  • Attention to detail
  • Multitasking
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Excellent communication
  • Organizational skills

Timeline

Endoscopy Technician

Northern New Jersey Center for Advanced Endoscopy
12.2024 - Current

Endoscopy Technician

Bergen Gastroenterology
03.2017 - 04.2024

No Degree - Medical Assistant

Eastwick College

High School Diploma -

Teaneck High School

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