Endoscopy Technician / Outpatient Endoscopy

Mass General Brigham•Newton, MA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Under supervision, the Endoscopy Technician assists with operations in the endoscopic setting. Duties may include setting up the operating room, preparing and transporting patients for surgery, adjusting lights and equipment, passing instruments and supplies to surgeons and their assistants, holding retractors, cutting sutures, and helping count sponges, needles, supplies, and instruments during endoscopy procedures. This is an onsite, regular position at Newton-Wellesley Hospital, scheduled for 40 hours per week on the day shift.

Requirements

Associate's degree in Surgical Technology or a related field of study, or qualifying experience in lieu of a degree.
1–2 years of Endoscopy/Surgery clinical experience.
Critical-thinking skills.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to read and understand work-related documents.
Detail-oriented and meticulous.
Basic understanding of practices and concepts related to endoscopy procedures.
Listening and strong communication skills.
Familiarity with equipment and clinical procedures.

Nice To Haves

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Certified Gastrointestinal Registered Nurse (CGRN) credential.
New Hampshire Nursing Assistant (LNA) credential.
SGNA certification.

Responsibilities

Assist with operations in the endoscopic setting under supervision.
Set up the operating room.
Prepare and transport patients for surgery.
Adjust lights and equipment.
Pass instruments and supplies to surgeons and surgeon's assistants.
Hold retractors and cut sutures.
Help count sponges, needles, supplies, and instruments during endoscopy procedures.