Endoscopy Technician

Novant Health; Wilmington (NC); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Novant Health is seeking an Endoscopy Technologist to support patient care under physician and nurse supervision. The role covers pre-, intra-, and post-procedure activities, equipment setup, specimen handling, and room turnover with strict adherence to sterile techniques. Experience in endoscopy and related certifications are preferred.

Schedule: 6:45am - 7:15pm. The ideal candidate will assist in endoscopy suites, demonstrate competency with the interdisciplinary team, and maintain

Qualifications

• Has knowledge and skills necessary to modify care according to patient age.
• Ability to interpret information to identify each patient's requirements for care relative to age-specific needs.
• Knowledge of medical terminology is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care throughout the endoscopy process, including pre-, intra-, and post-procedure.
• Assemble equipment and supplies, assist the physician during procedures, and collect/label transport specimens.
• Assist in room turnover and ensure proper cleaning and high-level disinfection of endoscopes and equipment.

Skills

Age-appropriate care

Medical terminology knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

What We Offer

An Endoscopy Technologist, under the direction of Physicians and Registered Nurses, assists with patient care and related services. The technologist must have the ability to assist with care of the adult and pediatric population.

What You'll Do

Essential Functions

Patient Care: Assists with patient care while complying with Department, Hospital, and Regulatory policies and procedures. Maintains clinical and professional competency, according to department policies, procedures, and protocols, as appropriate for the age of patient(s) served.

Communication: Practices effective interpersonal communication skills. Possess the ability to communicate effectively and professionally with all members of the interdisciplinary team, patients, providers and all levels of the healthcare.

Physical Tasks: Must be capable of performing tasks that require dexterity, coordination, strength, flexibility, endurance, as inherent in normal assignment. Organizes the supplies and equipment in the endoscopy suites/operating room. Under the direct supervision of the physician and/or the registered nurse, the Endo Tech will assist/provide direct patient care throughout the entire patient experience including pre-procedure, intra-procedure, and post-procedure for the patient in undergoing and endoscopy procedure. The individual is responsible for assembling required equipment and supplies, assisting the physician during the procedure, performing specimen collection, labeling and transportation. The individual will assist in room turn-around including appropriate cleaning of equipment, supplies, environment including high level disinfection of endoscopes and equipment. Understands concepts of Sterile and Non-Sterile Techniques. Stands for long periods of time and occasionally wearing a lead apron.

Non-Essential Functions

All other duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For

• Education: High School Diploma or GED, required.
• Experience: Two years endoscopy experience, preferred.
• Licensure/Certification:
  • Endoscopy Technician Certification, preferred.
  • Endoscopy Technician Certification within one year of hire, preferred.
• Additional Skills required: Has knowledge and skills necessary to modify care according to patient (s) age. Has the ability to interpret information to identify each patient's requirements for care relative to his/her age specific needs.
• Additional Skills preferred: Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Work schedule: 6:45am - 7:15pm

Why Choose Novant Health?

At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.