Endoscopy Technician

Catholic Health • Port Jefferson, NY

12d • $25 - $40

About The Position

At Catholic Health, our primary focus is the way we treat and serve our communities. We work collaboratively to provide compassionate care and utilize evidence-based practice to improve outcomes – to every patient, every time.
We are committed to caring for Long Island. Be a part of our team of healthcare heroes and discover why Catholic Health was named Long Island’s Top Workplace.

Requirements

• Passion for Patient Care
• 1+ Years of Nursing Assistant experience in an acute care hospital setting required
• 1-2 years of experience working in Endoscopy strongly preferred
• Education: High School Diploma or GED required
• Certification: Certification in Endoscopic procedures required (must be completed within 1 year of employment); NYS Certified Nursing Assistant preferred.

Nice To Haves

• 1-2 years of experience working in Endoscopy strongly preferred
• NYS Certified Nursing Assistant preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the physician and nursing staff in performance of endoscopic procedures
• Perform general patient care activities to provide patients with optimal health care
• Be able to recognize, obtain, document, and report data to appropriate staff
• Perform patient transport duties
• Coordinate scheduling and registration of all endoscopic procedures with medical staff, hospital departments, nursing and physician office staff
• Demonstrate technical competence in the cleaning, maintenance, and preparation of endoscopy equipment
• Partner with an interdisciplinary team including, but not limited to, attending physicians, Registered Nurses (RNs), and ancillary staff to meet the needs of patients and optimize patient outcomes and satisfaction
• Advocate for and build meaningful relationships with patients and their loved ones through safety intervention, emotional support, and education.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED