Endoscopy Technician

UHS•Washington, DC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center GW Health is the first new full-service hospital in Washington, DC in more than 20 years, integrating clinical care with existing community providers, Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC’s), The George Washington University Hospital, and our Urgent Care Center in Ward 8. This integrated delivery system is a robust network of care for all District residents, but more importantly, it ensures that residents of Wards 7 and 8 have access to high quality care in their community. This full-service hospital includes 136 beds (with the ability to expand to 184 beds), a verified trauma center, adult and pediatric emergency departments, maternal health and newborn delivery, an ambulatory pavilion for clinic visits and other outpatient services, a 500-car garage, and a helipad for emergency transport. We are seeking an experienced Endoscopy Technician (Full time-Days) Our ideal candidate readies rooms and gear for endoscopy work. The Endoscopy Technician will gather all needed tools, like endoscopes, light sources, and video monitors. The Endoscopy Technician will check to confirm that all equipment works right. They help doctors and nurses during procedures, handing them tools or samples. They watch patients to note any problems. After each procedure, the person cleans and sterilizes all gear. The incumbent will use special cleaners and machines to kill germs. This work follows strict rules to stop infections from spreading. The goal is to keep patients and staff safe.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalency
Completion of Certified Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant Course, two years of nursing school, or other recent comparable education
At least one year, preferably more, experience as an Endoscopy tech/assistant
Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
Effective interpersonal skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to adapt to multiple and changing priorities