Endoscopy Technician

Novant Health; Wilmington, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Novant Health is seeking an Endoscopy Technologist to assist with patient care before, during, and after endoscopy procedures. The role requires supporting the physician and RN teams, preparing equipment, and maintaining sterile technique throughout the patient experience.

Candidates should have a High School Diploma or GED, at least two years of endoscopy experience, and Endoscopy Technician Certification (or within one year of hire).

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum of two years endoscopy experience preferred.
• Endoscopy Technician Certification desired; certification within one year of hire preferred.
• Knowledge to modify care according to patient age.

Responsibilities

• Assist in pre-, intra-, and post-procedure care during endoscopy.
• Prepare and handle supplies and equipment; assist physician and provide specimen collection.
• Maintain sterile technique and room turnover including disinfection of endoscopes and equipment.

Skills

Two years endoscopy experience

Effective interpersonal communication

Sterile techniques

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Endoscopy Technician Certification

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.
• Required Full-time Work Schedule: 6:45a-7:15p Also required to take call

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.

Job Opening ID

190812