What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technician Endoscopy (Part-Time Day), Lakewood, NJ position at RWJBarnabas Health?
Job Overview:
The Endoscopy Technician is a direct patient caregiver and assists the physicians in the technical aspects of performing endoscopic procedures.
Qualifications:
Required:
- High School Graduate
- Will train the right candidate for the role
- Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association (AHA)
- Certification in flexible endoscope reprocessing is required within two (2 years) of hire
Preferred:
- Graduate of an endoscopic or surgical technician program; or at least one year experience as an endo tech in a hospital or freestanding endoscopy center preferred
Scheduling Requirements:
- Part-Time
- Day Shift
- 24 hours per week
Essential Functions:
- Accurately collects, labels, and delivers specimens as required
- Assist physician and RN during diagnostic and therapeutic procedures
- Demonstrates knowledge of latex allergy and isolation precautions
- Provide direct patient care within his or her scope of practice, under the direct supervision of the RN and/or the physician
- Provide and maintain a safe environment for staff and patient care by complying with regulatory requirements and standards
- Maintain procedure rooms and reprocessing room clean and adequately stocked
- Reports patient complaints, problems, and any untoward signs, symptoms or unusual occurrences immediately to the registered nurse
- Performs all other duties as assigned
Benefits and Perks:
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
- Dental and Vision Insurance
- Retirement Plans
- Short & Long Term Disability
- Life & Accidental Death Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Wellness Programs
- Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
- Discounts through our partners, such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!
RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.
RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
