Endoscopy Technician

Garnet Health; City of Middletown (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Garnet Health Medical Center Middletown is seeking an Endoscopy Technician to join the Endoscopy team. The role supports patient care under RN supervision and contributes to smooth unit operations on an on-site basis in Middletown, NY.

The position emphasizes teamwork, adherence to safety protocols, and proficiency in preparing and assisting endoscopic procedures in a busy clinical setting.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in a healthcare facility in a clinical area.
• Endoscopy Technician or Central Sterile experience preferred within the last two years.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
• CER or CFER certifications preferred; if not certified upon hire must obtain CER or CFER within two years from date of hire.

Responsibilities

• The Endoscopy Technician performs assigned patient care tasks and other related unit duties under the direction of a Registered Professional Nurse.
• Maintains a safe patient area to deliver quality and efficient health care.
• Functions as a team member in the Endoscopy Department and performs duties related to Endoscopy Patients and daily operations, including cleaning and maintenance of equipment, preparation and assisting with procedures.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Nursing assistant (NA), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Medical assistant Program

Knowledge of medical terminology

Job description

Overview

At Garnet Health, the Hudson Valley’s leading integrated health system, you’ll find the perfect balance of a satisfying career and a rewarding lifestyle. Our focus is on patient-centric care with a collective of visionary leaders and dedicated and caring professionals working as a team to deliver the best for the people we serve. If you’re interested in a health system that’s both growing and award-winning, serving a diverse community that provides the best of both city and rural life, we invite to make your career home with us as a Endoscopy Technician on our Endoscopy team at/in Garnet Health Medical Center Middletown.

Overview

At Garnet Health, the Hudson Valley’s leading integrated health system, you’ll find the perfect balance of a satisfying career and a rewarding lifestyle. Our focus is on patient-centric care with a collective of visionary leaders and dedicated and caring professionals working as a team to deliver the best for the people we serve. If you’re interested in a health system that’s both growing and award-winning, serving a diverse community that provides the best of both city and rural life, we invite to make your career home with us as a Endoscopy Technician on our Endoscopy team at/in Garnet Health Medical Center Middletown.

Salaries shown on independent jobs related websites reflect market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from Garnet Health System. We invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary / hourly specifics during the application and hiring process.

The range for the role is $23.90 - $29.91 hourly.

Garnet Health System provides a compensation range to comply with the New York State law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits. When determining a team member’s compensation and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).

Responsibilities

The Endoscopy Technician performs assigned patient care tasks and other related unit duties defined and delegated under the direction of a Registered Professional Nurse and maintains a safe patient area to deliver quality and efficient health care. The Endoscopy Technician participates in the daily plan of care for the patients in accordance with established policies and procedures. Functions as a team member in the Endoscopy Department and performs a variety of duties related to Endoscopy Patients and the daily operations of the unit, to include cleaning and maintenance of equipment, preparation and assisting with procedures.

Qualifications

Minimum Education

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Successful completion of a recognized Nursing assistant (NA), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Medical assistant Program required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred

Minimum Experience

• One (1) year experience in a healthcare facility working in a clinical area required
• One (1) year of prior Endoscopy Technician or Central Sterile experience within the last two (2) years preferred.

Required Certification/Registration

• Basic Life Support (BLS) required
• CER or CFER certifications preferred. If not certified upon hire must obtain CER or CFER certification within two (2) years from date of hire.

Physical Requirements

Prolonged, extensive, or considerable standing/walking. Lifts, positions, pushes and/or transfers patients. Considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching.

Working Conditions

Environmental Demands and Exposure to Hazards: Works in a clean, well-lighted, heated or ventilated facility. No routine exposure to hazards.

Physical Demands: Demonstrates physical and functional ability to perform full anatomical range of motion to accomplish tasks. Evidence of visual and aural acuity and finger and hand dexterity to operate computer and office equipment. Can withstand long periods of sitting, standing and/or constant walking. Ability to lift 10 lbs.

Mental Demands: Ability to foster collaborative relationships, to work well under pressure, to organize and synthesize new information, and prioritize tasks. Possesses critical thinking, analytical skills and flexibility. Ability to multi-task. Required detailed attention to work in an environment where interruptions cannot be controlled. Demonstrates sensitivity to customer needs and expectations. May be subject to irregular hours including evenings or potentially weekends to participate in operational and community events as necessary.

Workplace type

On-site