Endoscopy Technician in Jersey CIty, New Jersey at RWJBarnabas Health

Job Title: Endoscopy Technician

Location: Jersey City Medical Center

Department Name: Endoscopy Room

Req #: 0000218370

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $29.54 - $29.54 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

The Endoscopy Technician is a caregiver who assists the Endoscopy team during endoscopy procedures and assists in the preparation of the s suite area between cases. The Endoscopy Tech understands the principles of asepsis and basic instrumentation. He/she works under the direct supervision of the RN.

Qualifications:

Required:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Experience in endoscopic reprocessing and management of scopes
• Additional experience required based upon specific department needs

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• BLS Heart Saver/Health Care Provider required.
• ACLS Heart Saver/Health Care Provider required.

Scheduling Requirements:

• Part Time
• 20 hours/week

Essential Functions:

• Complies with all risk reduction procedures to prevent a fire in the OR setting, including safety practices associated with Laser and electrosurgery.
• Complies with Infection Control Guidelines including surgical hand scrub, fingernail and jewelry policies.
• Complies with Latex Precautions.
• Efficiently performs room preparation. Collects supplies, equipment and instrumentation as necessary for preparation of endoscopic cases.
• Follows all national patient safety goals/risk strategies and associated policies as applicable to scope of practice.
• Properly prepares rooms and equipment before and after endoscopic procedures.
• Properly transfers patients to the Endo table and assists with correct positioning for procedure.

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.