Endoscopy Tech, Days

Memorial Hermann Health System; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann Southeast Hospital is seeking an Endoscopy Technician to join our team. This full-time day shift role requires assisting physicians and registered nurses during endoscopy procedures and ensuring patient care and instrument readiness.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and completion of an Endoscopy Technician Certification Program or one year of healthcare experience. BLS certification is typically expected. Call/holidays may be required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of an Endoscopy Technician Certification Program or one year of equivalent healthcare experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assists physicians with endoscopy procedures as assigned by a registered nurse delivering appropriate care to clients according to the Endoscopy Skills Inventory.
• Obtains and prepares supplies and instruments according to physician preferences; restocks supplies and maintains endoscopy rooms.
• Assists in scheduling and rescheduling of patients.
• Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to Memorial Hermann policies and standards within budgetary specifications.
• Promotes professional growth by meeting continuing education requirements; supports department goals and acts as a mentor to staff.
• Models Memorial Hermann service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.

Skills

Oral & written instructions

Basic math

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Endoscopy Technician Certification or 1 year healthcare experience

Job description

Job Summary

Endoscopy Tech
*Full time; Days (4 10 hr shifts, rotating day off during the week)
*Call/ holidays required
*BLS required (American Heart Assoc)
*1+ years of Endo Tech experience preferred

This position is located at Memorial Hermann Southeast Hospital.

Position responsible for assisting the physician in the operating room/endoscopy services under the direction of a Registered Nurse.

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of an Endoscopy Technician Certification Program or one year of equivalent healthcare experience required.

Licenses/Certifications

(None)

Experience / Knowledge / Skills

• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and to perform basic mathematical calculations.

Principal Accountabilities

• Assists physicians with endoscopy procedures as assigned by a registered nurse delivering appropriate care to clients according to the Endoscopy Skills Inventory.
• Obtains and prepares supplies and instruments according to the individual physician preferences; restocks supplies, and maintains the endoscopy rooms.
• Assists in the scheduling and rescheduling of patients.
• Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
• Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education, skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor, and resource to less experienced staff.
• Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial Hermann’s service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.
• Other duties as assigned.