Endoscopy Technician

Melrose/Wakefield Hospital, part of the Tufts Medicine system, has been offering the highest quality and accessible healthcare to the local community for over 130 years.  With two hospital campuses, Level III Trauma Center, Level III Special Care Nursery, Breast Health Center, Cardiovascular Center and over 20 locations and 50 specialties, Melrose/Wakefield Hospital offers many opportunities to grow your career.  

Job Profile Summary

​This role focuses on providing medical and clinical support services to patients. In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Surgical Services duties: Responsible for medical services involving the excision or incision of a patient's body, such as interventional pain management and other procedures. This position also works to provide a safe environment for patients undergoing invasive procedures or surgery. A clinical technologist role that has specialized knowledge or skills gained through a combination of vocational education, training, and experience. This role will be most commonly applied to patient care and/or scientific/laboratory jobs. An entry-level role typically requiring little to no prior knowledge or experience and requiring vocational or technical education.  Work is routine or follows standard procedures, is closely supervised, and communicates information that requires little explanation or interpretation.

Job Overview

This position is responsible for assisting with endoscopic procedures under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Also responsible for equipment and supply maintenance.

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications:

1. High School diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. One (1) year of operating room experience.

- BLS required

Hours: Full-time, 40 hours weekly, 4 10-hr shifts M-F with weekend call requirement. The call is 24 hrs Saturday (7a-7a) and 24 hrs Sunday (7a-7a). Usually every 5-6 weeks.

Location: Melrose/Wakefield Hospital - 585 Lebanon St, Melrose, MA 02176.

What We Offer: 

• Competitive salaries & benefits that start on day one!
• 403(b) retirement plan with hospital match
• Opportunities for growth  
• Tuition reimbursement

• Free Parking

Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list.  Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

1. Properly reprocess endoscopes according to Infection control and hospital guidelines.

2. Ensures equipment is in working order.

3. Keeps accurate documentation for cleaning/testing of equipment and supplies.

4. Cleans endoscopy procedure rooms after use and prepares for next procedure.

5. Operates and handles equipment properly during Endoscopic procedures.

6. Properly collects, handles, labels, and transports specimens according to policy.

7. Informs Clinical leader of any equipment problems.

8. Performs as an assistant during endoscopic procedures.

9. Escorts patients into the Procedure rooms and obtains baseline vital signs and connects patient to monitoring equipment.

10. Reports all unusual observations or reactions of the patient to the nurse assigned to the patient or charge nurse.

11. Adheres to all infection control policies and procedures including hand hygiene, isolation protocol, and cleaning of patient care devices and equipment.

12. Turns over procedure rooms in a timely manner.

13. Sets up daily procedure rooms with established Endoscopy protocols and physician preferences.

14. Circulates regularly throughout unit to assist nurses and physicians as needed in pre, intra and post procedure.

15. Under the review of the RN obtains pre-procedure data, including but not limited to; height, weight, allergies, NPO status, post-procedure ride contact and call back number.

16. Restocks Endoscopy rooms and checking and cleaning equipment on a daily basis.

Physical Requirements:

1. Occasional lifting of 30-35 lbs and turning patients.

2. Prolonged standing and walking. Occasional twisting, bending, reaching, pushing/pulling, sitting, kneeling, and squatting.

3. Exposure to infectious disease and possible carcinogenic chemicals. Exposure of bloodborne pathogens.

4. Manual Dexterity Requires manual dexterity using fine hand manipulations for assisting in endoscopic procedures and computer keyboard.

5. Audible/Visual Demands: Requires ability to see computer screen, reports, and perform assistance in endoscopic procedures with accuracy.

6. Ability to hear instructions from physician and nursing staff.

Skills & Abilities:

1. Demonstrates a detailed knowledge of the different types of scopes and their use.

2. Demonstrates and verbalizes knowledge of aseptic technique.

3. Good interpersonal and organizational skills.

4. Ability to work with detailed and confidential information.

About Melrose/Wakefield Hospital

Melrose/Wakefield Hospital and Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford are two campuses with one community in mind: the people of north suburban Boston.  Melrose/Wakefield Hospital and Lawrence Memorial Hospital are distinguished by the range of high-quality clinical care and services. Our teams welcome everyone with hospitality and humanity. We focus on reducing health disparities through 40+ local health programs across a system of hospitals, urgent care locations, outpatient services, and community physicians.

Core to our values, Melrose/Wakefield Hospital’s commitment to community is demonstrated by our many local health programs throughout our service area and participation in partnerships with community agencies and events, and education programs in more than 10 communities to support the wellness and health of our residents.

At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day.

The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals.

Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth—one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it.

Pay Range:

$21.53 - $26.91

based on full-time equivalent