Job Title: Endoscopy Technician
Location: Jersey City Medical Center
Department Name: Endoscopy Room
Req #: 0000272907
Status: Hourly
Shift: Day
Pay Range: $30.57 - $30.57 per hour
Pay Transparency:
The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.
The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.
Endoscopy Technician – RWJBarnabas Health
Assist the physician with endoscopic procedures and anticipate the physician’s needs throughout the procedure. Assist the RN and/or physician in implementing and data gathering in the care of the patients undergoing interventional endoscopic procedures and performs other duties as assigned.
A typical day for an Endoscopy Technician may include:
- Assists the physician with both diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic ultrasound (EUS & EBUS) procedures, fine needle aspiration with slide preparation, biliary and pancreatic duct stents, esophageal stents, manometric procedures, esophageal dilations, specimen collection and other related procedures/duties performed in both the endo and operating room suite.
- Endoscopy techs are required to have the knowledge of the procedures, aseptic technique, and room set up.
- They confirm that the correct equipment is in working order prior to the procedure and be able to troubleshoot all endoscopy equipment.
- They perform a variety of functions from decontamination of bio-hazardous material, to cleaning, inspection, assembly, and sterilization of various instruments and equipment.
- They work in a fast-paced environment and must have the ability to prioritize work assignments and interact well with peers, nurses, physicians and other health care professionals.
- Maintenance of a clean, organized work area is essential.
- They are flexible with scheduled hours to meet physician, patient and department needs.
- They are responsible for reporting identified safety issues such as hazardous environments (i.e. damaged floors/walls/ceiling tiles/unsecured areas) and medical errors, incorrect counts.
This role might be for you if:
- Clear, professional communication defines how you interact with nursing staff, colleagues, and the healthcare team.
- You enjoy focusing on precise clinical observations in a fast-paced hospital environment.
- Providing exceptional customer service and maintaining a positive attitude are important to you.
- Adaptability allows you to manage changing priorities and multitask while maintaining professionalism.
- Continuous learning and mastering cardiac rhythm interpretation motivate you
- Collaborative teamwork is something you value and actively contribute to every day.
To be considered for this Endoscopy Technician opportunity, you should :
- High School Graduate or Equivalent
- Maintains required BLS Heart Saver/Health Care Provider course completion status
- Maintains required ACLS Heart Saver/Health Care Provider course completion status
