Endoscopy Technician

WMCHealth; Valhalla (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking an Endoscopy Technician to assist in advanced procedures within gastroenterology and pulmonary settings. This role requires technical expertise, patient interaction, and teamwork to ensure high-quality care and effective use of complex endoscopic equipment. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, relevant certification, and a commitment to ongoing education.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental

Vision

Retirement Savings Plan

Flexible Savings Account

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 1 year experience preferred.
• Completion of SGNA certification within 6 months of employment required.

Responsibilities

• Performs advanced endoscopic procedures as a technical expert.
• Assists endoscopists and manages emergent situations.
• Handles specialty equipment and assists with therapeutic interventions.

Skills

Technical expertise in endoscopic procedures

Patient care

Teamwork

Equipment handling

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary:

The Endoscopy Technician, under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, assists physicians or other providers with procedures in the gastroenterology and pulmonary endoscopy setting. This role serves as a technical expert, supporting advanced procedures and maintaining complex endoscopic equipment and instrumentation.

Responsibilities:

Clinical Practice and Quality of Care

1. Performs advanced endoscopic procedures as a technical expert.
2. Assists endoscopists, understanding patient anatomy and abnormalities affecting procedures.
3. Recognizes emergent situations during procedures and prioritizes assistance accordingly.
4. Handles specialty equipment and accessories properly.
5. Assists with specimen collection and prepares samples for cytology, microbiology, and pathology.
6. Completes quality checks to ensure successful image transfer.
7. Understands contrast media used during ERCP and modifies care for patients with allergies.
8. Prepares patients with proper positioning and considers weight limitations for fluoroscopy.
9. Uses cautery modalities safely, including monopolar, bipolar, and argon plasma coagulation.
10. Performs procedures in OR, ICU, ED, or Radiology settings.
11. Assists with therapeutic interventions such as balloon dilation, polypectomy, sphincterotomy, stent placement, endostitch, and gastrostomy tube placement.
12. Stays current with advanced procedures and new equipment, sharing knowledge through continuing education.

Patient and Team Interaction

• Recognizes and addresses patients' emotional and physical needs, providing support.
• Respects cultural, spiritual, and socioeconomic differences.
• Understands stress-related patient behavior and interacts respectfully, even in challenging situations.
• Supports teamwork through assisting with room cleaning, procedure setup, patient transport, and instrument cleaning.

Additional Duties

• Initiates and carries out projects independently.
• Manages supply inventory and collaborates on specialty supply considerations.
• Troubleshoots equipment issues and reports defective items.
• Monitors contrast inventory, conducts inspections, and documents findings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Requirements:

Experience: 1 year in role preferred.

Education: High School diploma or equivalent required.

Licenses / Certifications: Completion of SGNA certification within 6 months of employment required.

About Us:

WMC Advanced Physician Services PC

Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive package including:

• Health Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Savings Account
• Paid Time Off
• Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement