Endoscopy Technician - Full Time - M-F - 8a-5:30p

Frederickhealthhospice; Frederick (MD); Hybrid; USD 33,062 - 46,838; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

401K retirement plan

Educational assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Frederick Health is seeking an Endoscopy Technician to assist with endoscopy procedures and patient care in Frederick, MD. You will support nurses and physicians, prepare cases, maintain sterile technique, manage supplies, and participate in quality improvement activities to ensure high standards of care.

The role requires strong infection control knowledge, excellent communication, and basic life support certification.

Qualifications

• Infection control, patient safety and sterilization policies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with physicians, nurses and staff.
• Knowledge of endoscopy instruments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients and equipment as needed.
• Prepare endoscopy cases according to physician preferences.
• Provide technical services for endoscopy procedures and handling intra-operative issues.
• Report changes in patient data to RN and physician promptly.
• Maintain sterile/aseptic fields and infection control standards.
• Prepare specimens per hospital policies.
• Organize patient records and enter data into the endo system.
• Assemble and use equipment per policies and guidelines.
• Return equipment to storage after procedures.
• Support physician prep of endoscopy suite with supplies.
• Conduct inventory and order supplies; adjust par levels.
• Check dates and remove expired items.
• Perform scope processing and maintain logs.
• Takes on-call technical support for Endoscopy Service.
• Participate in data collection for quality assessment.

Skills

Infection control

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Endoscopy instruments

Education

High school diploma

Surgical Technician certification

CNA license

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

Job Category: Patient Care-Non RN

Requisition Number: ENDOS012334

• Posted : July 7, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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Provides technical assistance in the preparation, treatment and care of Endoscopy patients. Assists the Registered Nurse and physician with Endoscopy procedures as appropriate. Supports and participates in quality improvement activities.

This position supports the Frederick Health mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy and adheres to the Frederick Health Compliance Program, including following all regulatory requirements and the Frederick Health Standards of Behavior.

Essential Functions

• Assists with transportation of patients and equipment
• Prepares Endoscopy cases according to physician preferences
• Provides appropriate technical services for Endoscopy procedures, expected endoscopic case progression and potential intra-operative complications.
• Reports any changes in patient assessment data immediately to the registered nurse and physician before, during and after procedure.
• Establishes and maintains a sterile/aseptic field.
• Identifies and corrects any infractions or sterile/aseptic technique.
• Adheres to infection control standards.
• Prepares specimens obtained from procedures according to hospital policies and procedures.
• Organizes and assembles the patient medical record as necessary.
• Enters patient information into the Endo video system.
• Assembles and uses equipment according to Frederick Health policies and procedures or manufacturer guidelines.
• Returns equipment to storage after procedures.
• Provides for the physician preparation of the Endoscopy Suite for patient care by cleaning, stocking and replacing supplies as needed.
• Conducts inventory and orders supplies as needed.
• Identifies possible adjustments to par levels based on usage.
• Checks dates supplies and a remove out of date items from service.
• Performs scope processing according to established policies and procedures.
• Maintains the scope processing log.
• Takes call to provide technical support and scope processing during non-operational hours of the Endoscopy Service.
• Complies with quality control standards and participates in data collection for quality assessment and performance improvement activities.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of the basic policies and procedures for infection control, patient safety and sterilization and care of surgical instruments/scopes preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills a must.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively work with patients, physicians, nurses and health system personnel.
• Knowledge of instruments used in the Endoscopy setting preferred.

Minimum Education, Training, and Experience Required

• High school diplomapreferred
• Surgical Technician certification or CNA license preferred
• Current Basic Life Support Certification

Physical Requirements

Medium-Heavy Work – Lifting up to 75 pounds on an infrequent basis (less than one lift every three minutes) and/or carrying up to 35 pounds while walking. Pushing or pulling up to 115 pounds infrequently or greater than 115 pounds occasionally (no more than once per hour).

Working Conditions

Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Risk: Category A – WILL have exposure to blood or body fluids.

Reporting Relationship

Reports to the Department Manager. Receives supervision from Manager, Clinical Supervisor or Registered Nurse.

Benefits

Frederick Health offers a comprehensive and affordable benefits package. Health, Dental and Vision insurance are offered the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment to all employees hired to work at least 20 hours per week and we offer multiple plans to best meet your and your family's needs. Life insurance, Short-Term Income Replacement and Long-Term Disability are employer paid for eligible employees. Frederick Health offers a robust Paid Time Off program for eligible employees. Our 403B retirement plan helps you save for your retirement and includes an employer match to eligible employees. All employees have access to free financial planning sessions. We also offer an educational assistance program to support your education goals as well as an employer paid Employee Assistance Program.

Pay is based on experience, skills and education. If position is part-time, salary will be pro-rated based on scheduled hours. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on specialty if applicable. Non-Exempt positions may have shift differential and/or Overtime paid, if applicable.

Hourly range: $24.27 - $33.99

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