Endoscopy Technician

Gastro Health; Fairfax, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Profit-sharing

Health insurance

HSAs/HRAs

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Accident insurance

Hospital indemnity insurance

Critical illness insurance

Identity theft insurance

Legal insurance

Pet insurance

Paid time off

Gym discounts

AT&T discounts

Tickets at Work

Job summary

Gastro Health is seeking a Full-Time Endoscopy Technician to join our team in Fairfax, VA. The role focuses on patient safety, assisting during endoscopy procedures, and maintaining accurate endoscopy records.

You will work a Monday–Friday schedule without weekends or evenings, with paid holidays and time off as part of a comprehensive benefits package. Ideal candidates have a minimum of a high school diploma and BLS, plus 1+ year GI experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• BLS for Healthcare Providers required within 30 days of hire.
• GI/endoscopy experience preferred (1+ year).

Responsibilities

• Provides a safe environment for patients and prevents potential injury.
• Investigates and intervenes in problem situations, reports to Nurse Manager.
• Evaluates needs and provides supportive care before, during, and after procedures; maintains records.
• Maintains endoscopy equipment and supplies; cleans and disinfects devices.
• Operates and troubleshoots endoscopy and patient monitoring equipment.
• Maintains inventory of supplies and medications; handles and cleans equipment safely.
• Performs additional tasks as assigned by management; adheres to routines.
• Participates in QI, Safety, and Infection Control programs.
• Communicates pertinent information to coworkers; not responsible for nursing drugs.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

BLS (Basic Life Support)

Job description

Gastro Health is seeking a Full-Time Endoscopy Technician to join our team!

Gastro Health is a great place to work and advance in your career. You'll find a collaborative team of coworkers and providers, as well as consistent hours.

This role offers:

• A great work/life balance
• No weekends or evenings – Monday thru Friday
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Rapidity growing team with opportunities for advancement
• Competitive compensation
• Benefits package

Duties you will be responsible for:

• Provides a safe environment for the patient to prevent potential injury.
• Investigates and intervenes in problem situations, reporting appropriate information to Nurse Manager and documents information.
• Evaluates and completes assessment of patient needs to provide supportive care before, during, and after procedures and maintains accurate and complete endoscopy records.
• Maintains equipment and supplies to include: cleans and disinfects endoscopy equipment, operates and troubleshoots endoscopy and patient monitoring equipment, anticipates and assists with maintaining adequate inventory of supplies and medications, handles and cleans equipment in a safe and responsible manner.
• Maintains flexibility and performs other duties as required.
• Functions within legal limits of technical practice.
• Recognizes limitations and reports situations beyond ability or function to proper person.
• Reports errors of commission/omission.
• Participates in QI, Materials Management, Safety and Infection Control programs.
• Communicates pertinent information to co-workers.
• Not responsible for administration of drugs, IV procedures, or other therapeutic and diagnostic measures falling within the realm of nursing practices.
• Accepts direction from supervisor or physicians and adheres to established routines.
• Performs added tasks as assigned by management

Minimum Requirements

• A minimum of 1+ years of previous GI experience preferred
• Commitment to building strong working relationships with other providers and our healthcare team.
• The Ideal candidate would be motivated, energetic and willing to learn.
• Experience working in a healthcare setting, preferably in a same day surgery environment.
• Required Minimum Education: High School Diploma or GED.
• Required: BLS, Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers obtained within 30 days of hire.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to our eligible employees:

• 401(k) retirement plans with employer Safe Harbor Non-Elective Contributions of 3%
• Discretionary profit-sharing contributions of up to 4%
• Health insurance
• Employer contributions to HSAs and HRAs
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Voluntary life insurance
• Voluntary disability insurance
• Accident insurance
• Hospital indemnity insurance
• Critical illness insurance
• Identity theft insurance
• Legal insurance
• Pet insurance
• Paid time off
• Discounts at local fitness clubs
• Discounts at AT&T

Additionally, Gastro Health participates in a program called Tickets at Work that provides discounts on concerts, travel, movies, and more

Gastro Health is the one of the largest gastroenterology multi-specialty groups in the United States, with over 130+ locations throughout the country. Our team is composed of the finest gastroenterologists, pediatric gastroenterologists, colorectal surgeons, and allied health professionals. We are always looking for individuals that share our mission to provide outstanding medical care and an exceptional healthcare experience. We offer a comprehensive benefits package to our eligible employees.

Gastro Health is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, gender, disability, protected veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.

We thank you for your interest in joining our growing Gastro Health team!