Endoscopy Technician — Precision Care & Procedure Support

Merit Health River Oaks; Wells (MS); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Merit Health River Oaks in Mississippi is seeking an Endoscopy Technician to support high-quality, patient-centered care by preparing procedure rooms, cleaning and disinfecting endoscopic equipment, and maintaining supplies and documentation under RN supervision.

You will assist procedural teams, manage inventory, help with scheduling and record-keeping, transport patients and equipment, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance throughout endoscopy services.

Qualifications

• Endoscopy knowledge and equipment maintenance.
• Infection control standards and asepsis required.
• Documentation and recordkeeping duties for procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepares procedure rooms and ensures proper setup of equipment, instruments, and supplies for each endoscopic procedure.
• Assists procedural teams by anticipating the needs of the physician and supporting patient positioning during procedures.
• Cleans, decontaminates, and performs high-level disinfection of endoscopic equipment according to manufacturer guidelines and facility policies.
• Troubleshoots and resolves issues with endoscopes and related equipment to minimize procedural delays.
• Ensures proper handling, labeling, and documentation of specimens and cultures in accordance with policy.
• Monitors and maintains inventory of supplies, ensuring all items are in stock and removing expired items as needed.
• Mantains accurate department records, including quality control documentation for decontamination and equipment maintenance.
• Assists with scheduling, preoperative calls, and medical record organization to support procedural readiness.
• Transports patients and supplies as necessary, ensuring timely and safe movement.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Mantains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

Endoscopy procedures knowledge

Aseptic techniques

Infection control

Documentation & recordkeeping

Patient transport coordination

Communication tools

Education

Endoscopy Technician program

Job description

Merit Health River Oaks in Mississippi is seeking an Endoscopy Technician to support high-quality, patient-centered care by preparing procedure rooms, cleaning and disinfecting endoscopic equipment, and maintaining supplies and documentation under RN supervision.

You will assist procedural teams, manage inventory, help with scheduling and record-keeping, transport patients and equipment, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance throughout endoscopy services.