Tricia DeWitt
Blue Springs,MO
Summary
Detail-oriented Endoscopy Technician with extensive experience in equipment preparation and procedural support. Proficient in stent placement, biopsies, balloon dilations, and fine needle aspirations. Strong background in endoscopy technology, sterilization techniques, and patient care. Collaborates effectively with medical teams to enhance workflow efficiency and patient safety.
Overview
1
1
Certification
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Endoscopy Technician
Lee's Summit Medical Center
Lee's Summit, Missouri
11.2010 - Current
- Assisted physicians with endoscopic procedures such as esophagogastroduodenoscopies, colonoscopies, sigmoidoscopies, enteroscopies and biopsies.
- Assisted physicians during endoscopy procedures by passing required instruments and supplies.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes promptly to medical staff.
- Facilitated patient movement to ensure timely access to endoscopic procedures. prior to and following procedures.
- Worked with a healthcare team to support efficient workflow in the procedure room.
- Prepared rooms for endoscopic procedures according to established protocols.
- Prepared endoscopy equipment for patient procedures and maintained proper sanitation standards.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic medical record systems.
- Communicated effectively with nursing staff concerning patient needs throughout procedure processes.
- Maintained inventory of endoscopic supplies and place orders promptly.
- Ordered supplies efficiently to maintain stock within desired levels and meet expected patient loads.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on endoscopy equipment to ensure reliability and readiness for procedures.
- Conducted regular inventory checks of supplies needed for endoscopic suite operations.
- Maintained accurate logs of maintenance activities on scopes and equipment to support compliance and operational efficiency.
- Ensured that all instruments used during endoscopic procedures were functioning properly before use.
- Demonstrated knowledge of sterile technique principles when preparing patients for procedures.
- Adhered to operating and safety procedures during cleaning, disinfecting, and sterilizing endoscopes and equipment.
- Participated in quality assurance activities related to endoscope reprocessing techniques.
- Collected and documented vital statistics to support patient assessment. Applied monitoring equipment to prepare patients for procedures.
- Performed maintenance on scopes following the manufacturer's recommended schedules.
- Prepared collected specimens for cytological, microbiological and pathological analysis.
- Assisted with the transportation of scopes for repair and maintenance.
- Followed nurses' instructions and physicians' orders when administering oral and injected medications.
- Adjusted patient positioning to ensure comfort and accessibility during procedures. using understanding of anatomy and procedures.
- Ran diagnostic tests and biological quality assurance tests on endoscopic machines.
- Assisted in the training of new staff members on proper operation of endoscopic equipment.
- Adjusted patient positioning to ensure comfort and accessibility during procedures. using understanding of anatomy and procedures.
- Ran diagnostic tests and biological quality assurance tests on endoscopic machines.
Endoscopy Technician
Consultants In Gastroenterology
Kansas City, Missouri
11.2003 - 11.2010
- Assisted physicians with endoscopic procedures such as esophagogastroduodenoscopies, colonoscopies, sigmoidoscopies, enteroscopies and biopsies.
- Prepared endoscopic equipment for procedures and ensured proper sterilization.
- Communicated effectively with nursing staff concerning patient needs throughout procedure processes.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to streamline workflow in procedure room, enhancing efficiency during endoscopic procedures.
- Adhered to operating and safety procedures during cleaning, disinfecting, and sterilizing endoscopes and equipment.
- Maintained accurate logs of maintenance for scopes and equipment, ensuring compliance with safety standards and readiness for procedures.
- Ensured that all instruments used during endoscopic procedures were functioning properly before use.
- Procured essential supplies to maintain operational readiness. efficiently to maintain stock within desired levels and meet expected patient loads.
- Review procedure requirements to select and set up appropriate equipment and supplies.
- Participated in quality assurance activities related to endoscope reprocessing techniques.
- Reported any malfunctions or problems with equipment to appropriate personnel for repair or replacement.
- Conducted regular inventory checks of supplies needed for endoscopic suite operations.
- Positioned patients using an understanding of anatomy and procedures.
- Complied with applicable laws, regulations, standards and guidelines relating to the practice of Endoscopy Technician.
- Performed maintenance on scopes following the manufacturer's recommended schedules.
- Recorded patient medical history and other relevant information in the electronic health record system.
- Prepared collected specimens for cytological, microbiological and pathological analysis.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Office Assistant
Vatterott College
MO12-2002
Skills
- Medical terminology
- Patient care
- Measuring vital signs
- Infection control
- HIPAA
- Room preparation
- Task management
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Certified in CPR
- Problem-solving
Certification
- Medical office Assistant
- American Red Cross Basic Life Support
Timeline
Lead Endoscopy Technician
Lee's Summit Medical Center
11.2010 - Current
Endoscopy Technician
Consultants In Gastroenterology
11.2003 - 11.2010
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Office Assistant
Vatterott College