Endoscopy Technician

Endoscopy Technician Department: Endoscopy Hours: per diem The endoscopy technician is an integral part of the healthcare team in the gastroenterology practice setting. The endoscopy technician will serve in an assistant role, helping with patient procedures and care surrounding endoscopy procedures. Daily duties include preparation for the procedure, assisting in the actual procedures, cleaning and maintaining equipment between procedures.

Under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse or Physician: Maintain inventories of endoscopic equipment and supplies. Perform safety checks to verify proper equipment functioning. Prepare procedure room according to endoscopic procedure requirements. Clean, disinfect, or calibrate scopes or other endoscopic instruments according to manufacturer recommendations and facility standards.

Maintain and monitor endoscopic equipment. Assist physicians and/or nurses during endoscopic procedures. Collect specimens from patients using standard medical procedures. Assists in precepting new and novice employees. Recommends change in practice, policy and procedure to appropriate person or representative which addresses identified needs or problems.

Assists in implementation of change. Demonstrates support of changes which will improve patient care. Adheres to all Core Values (Compassion, Pursue Excellence, Cooperation and Collaboration, Upholds Honesty, and Supports Innovation). Adheres to all Absolutes (Privacy and Confidentiality, Professional Appearance, and Responsibility and Commitment).

Other job related duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications: High School diploma or equivalent 1 year experience in a patient care environment as either a Certified Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician or graduate of an approved Medical Assistant program.

Preferred Qualifications

SGNA (Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates) Certification 3 years experience in a hospital setting. Comprehensive Benefits Offered Competitive benefits package Shift Differentials Continuing Education assistance Tuition reimbursement Student Loan relief Long-term Disability Life insurance Family medical leave Compensation Range: $19.

50 to $31.20 Note: The compensation range(s)above are a good faith representation of the base pay rates for all positions at a given grade across the organization. Typically, a new hire can expect a starting pay rate somewhere in the lower part of the range. Actual pay rates may vary by position and will be determined based on the candidate's relevant experience.

No employee will be paid below the minimum of the range. Pay ranges are listed as hourly values for both non-exempt and exempt roles. Benefit offerings and eligibility may vary based on employment status (e.g., full-time, part-time, or per diem roles).