Endoscopy Tech

CommonSpirit Health; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is seeking an Endoscopy Tech to provide essential technical support during endoscopic procedures, ensuring patient safety and operational efficiency.

You will prepare, maintain, and sterile process endoscopy equipment, assist physicians during procedures, and prepare rooms while maintaining accurate documentation. Collaboration and meticulous attention to detail are required in a fast-paced clinical setting to support positive patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Completion of a gastroenterology or endoscopy technician training program or 1 year of related experience in a health care setting with completion of a CMA/ OR Tech or Nursing Aide program.
• Two years of directly-related work experience as Endoscopy Tech (or equivalent) within the last three years or
• Any combination of related experience or education that demonstrates ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Certified Flexible Endoscope Reprocessor, upon hire or
• Certified Nursing Assistant in WA, upon hire or
• Medical Assistant Certification in WA, upon hire or
• Surgical Technologist Registration in WA, upon hire and
• Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire

Responsibilities

• Maintains cleaning processes for scopes and the cleaning, disinfecting and storage areas daily.
• Assists in preparing procedure areas.
• Provides assistance, within scope of licensure/certification, to a licensed health care practitioner with patient care during endoscopy procedures.
• Performs routine maintenance of scopes and endoscopic equipment.
• Participates in infection control studies.

Skills

Endoscopy tech experience

CPR/BLS

Infection control

Team collaboration

Education

Endoscopy tech training program

CMA/OR Tech/Nursing Aide program

Tools

Certified Flexible Endoscope Reprocessor

Surgical Technologist

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As an Endoscopy Tech, you will provide crucial technical support during endoscopic procedures, ensuring patient safety and efficiency.

Every day you will meticulously prepare, maintain, and sterile process endoscopy equipment, assist physicians during procedures, and prepare rooms while maintaining accurate documentation.

To be successful, you will demonstrate strong technical proficiency, meticulous attention to detail in sterile processing, and collaborative skills in a fast-paced clinical setting, contributing to positive patient outcomes.

• Maintains cleaning processes for scopes and the cleaning, disinfecting and storage areas on a daily basis.
• Assists in preparing procedure areas.
• Provides assistance, within scope of licensure/certification, to a licensed health care practitioner with patient care during endoscopy procedures.
• Performs routine maintenance of scopes and endoscopic equipment.
• Participates in infection control studies.

Job Requirements

Required

• completion of a gastroenterology or endoscopy technician training program or 1 year of related experience in a health care setting with completion of a Certified Medical Assistant, Operating Room Tech or Nursing Aide program., upon hire and
• Lead: Two years of directly-related work experience as Endoscopy Tech (or equivalent) within the last three years or
• Lead: any combination of related experience or education that would demonstrate the ability to perform the duties of the position
• Certified Flexible Endoscope Reprocessor, upon hire or
• Certified Nursing Assistant: WA, upon hire or
• Medical Assistant Certification: WA, upon hire or
• Surgical Technologist Registration: WA, upon hire and
• Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire

Where You'll Work

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.

Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person - body, mind, and spirit - in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.

Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.

We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.