Endoscopy Tech: Precision OR Support in GI Procedures

MedStar Health; Hollywood (MD); On-site; USD 26,932 - 47,182; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health is seeking an Endoscopy OR Support Technician to assist GI specialists during endoscopy procedures. The role requires readiness of instrumentation, proper equipment preparation, and patient monitoring to ensure smooth operations in the OR.

You will handle specimen preparation, label medications on the field, participate in time-out procedures, and help with room turnover and environmental services as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree preferred.
• 1–2 years experience in an endoscopy environment.
• CPR certification required within 90 days.
• Certification requirements may vary by department.

Responsibilities

• Assists GI Specialist during endoscopy procedures.
• Anticipates needs by having instrumentation and supplies ready.
• Prepares and inspects equipment to prevent delays.
• Assists with patient monitoring for tolerance of procedures and notifies team of changes.
• Handles specimen retrieval and preparation per protocols.
• Labels medications on the field according to protocols.
• Participates in universal time-out process during procedures.
• Restocks OR and assists with room turnover with minimal supervision.
• Supports environmental services such as linen handling and waste removal.
• Transports equipment and supplies as needed.
• Assists with patient transfer/ positioning as directed.
• Logs and returns endoscopes to decontamination after procedures.
• Maintains stretcher/bed availability in the OR.
• Reports malfunctions and tags equipment needing repair.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Endoscopy equipment handling

Patient monitoring

OR support

Room turnover

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's degree in surgical technology

Tools

Endoscopes

Sterilization equipment

Medical instrumentation

Job description

MedStar Health is seeking an Endoscopy OR Support Technician to assist GI specialists during endoscopy procedures. The role requires readiness of instrumentation, proper equipment preparation, and patient monitoring to ensure smooth operations in the OR.

You will handle specimen preparation, label medications on the field, participate in time-out procedures, and help with room turnover and environmental services as needed.