Endoscopy Technician

Job Summary Prepares patients and equipment for endoscopic procedures and assists physicians during procedures. Maintains and modifies highly technical equipment before, during and after procedures, ensuring compliance with ASGE Quality Certification and all applicable regulations. Job Duties Prepare patients and set up appropriate equipment for endoscopic procedures. Assist physicians and anticipate their needs to facilitate an efficient and safe procedure. Provide service‑oriented support to patients. Assist with setup of monitoring devices and attach to patients. Prepare, identify, and verify all specimens obtained during procedures. Restock endoscopy supplies and monitor inventory. Serve as preceptor for new endoscopy personnel. Clean and process all equipment, instruments, and related items received for the endoscopy suites according to established procedures. Operate high‑level disinfectors ensuring each cycle is correct and completed. Maintain extensive records for all processed items. Maintain compliance with safety and preventative maintenance activities to minimize failures and unsafe conditions. Adhere to all policies, protocols and standards of care, including licensing and regulatory agency requirements. Follow written procedures for sterilization and disinfection. Understand responsibilities and procedures for chemical and biological monitoring. Organize activities with consideration of department needs. Cross‑train to assist with workflow as needed. Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) – required. Minimum of 1 year related work experience – preferred. Basic Life Support Certification – required. Clinical skills, communication, computer literacy, interpersonal communication, preceptor skills, and teamwork. Benefits Full benefits (health, dental, vision) starting on day one. Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out‑of‑area employees and dependents. Pre‑tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA). Company‑paid life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability coverage. 401(k) plan with automatic Geisinger contributions. Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows quick accrual. Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year. MyHealth Rewards wellness program. Family‑friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with referrals for childcare, eldercare, pet care, legal guidance, mental health visits, work‑life support, digital self‑help tools. Voluntary benefits: accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life, pet and legal insurance. We are an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or protected veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr