Job Summary
Endoscopy Technician, Endoscopy Tech. The Endoscopy Technician supports physicians during endoscopic procedures and assists with pre-procedure and post-procedure care for patients of varying ages, cultures, and developmental needs. The role also supports room preparation, specialized equipment handling, specimen management, equipment maintenance, and smooth daily operations within the endoscopy unit.
Job Details
- Schedule: Day shift; 8-hour shifts; 40 hours per week.
- Required Qualifications: High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) equivalent; Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; knowledge of endoscopy procedures, normal and abnormal anatomy and physiology, endoscope care, sterile and clean technique, equipment troubleshooting, general safety procedures, and applicable policies and regulatory requirements; ability to assist with patient care, prepare procedure rooms, handle specimens correctly, communicate effectively, identify and address breaks in technique or unsafe situations, and support equipment and supply maintenance.
- Additional Information:
- Assists physicians and procedural team members during endoscopic procedures.
- Provides pre-procedure and post-procedure patient care while maintaining patient comfort, privacy, and safety.
- Prepares rooms, instruments, supplies, and equipment for scheduled procedures and anesthesia cases.
- Anticipates procedural needs by applying knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and endoscopy procedures.
- Demonstrates proper endoscope care, cleaning techniques, and specimen-handling procedures.
- Monitors equipment and supplies, troubleshoots issues, and follows established reporting processes.
- Communicates identified breaks in technique and unsafe patient situations to the procedural team.
- Supports team operations and may provide guidance to lower-level Endoscopy Technicians.
- Maintains effective working relationships and participates in continuing professional development.
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
