Salem Hospital NSMC
Endoscopic Technician
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham. Job Summary Under supervision, assists in operations in the endoscopic setting. May help set up operating room, prepare and transport patients for surgery, adjust lights and equipment, pass instruments and other supplies to surgeons and surgeon's assistants, hold retractors, cut sutures, and help count sponges, needles, supplies, and instruments during endoscopy procedures. Does this position require Patient Care? Yes Essential Functions - Operates/handles equipment properly during Endoscopic procedures. - Assists in prepping room for the next patient. - Assures endoscope equipment is in working order - Hangs, sets up, troubleshoots and tests the function of the endoscopes (suction, air/water, irrigation, etc.) before the procedures begin. Qualifications Education Associate's Degree Surgical Technology required or Associate's Degree Related Field of Study required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? Yes Licenses and Credentials Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred Certified Gastrointestinal Registered Nurse [CGRN] - American Board for Certification of Gastroenterology Nurses, Inc. preferred Nursing Assistant [LNA - New Hampshire] - New Hampshire Board of Nursing preferred Experience Endoscopy/Surgery clinical experience 1-2 years required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Critical Thinking. - Good verbal and written communication skills. - Able to read and understand work-related documents. - Detail-oriented and meticulous. - Basic understanding of practices and concepts related to endoscopy procedures. - Listening, strong communication skills. - Familiarity with equipment and clinical procedures. Physical Requirements Standing Frequently (34-66%) Walking Frequently (34-66%) Sitting Occasionally (3-33%) Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device) Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs Pushing Occasionally (3-33%) Pulling Occasionally (3-33%) Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%) Balancing Frequently (34-66%) Stooping Occasionally (3-33%) Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%) Crouching Occasionally (3-33%) Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%) Reaching Frequently (34-66%) Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%) Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%) Feeling Constantly (67-100%) Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%) Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%) Talking Constantly (67-100%) Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham. Job Summary Under supervision, assists in operations in the endoscopic setting. May help set up operating room, prepare and transport patients for surgery, adjust lights and equipment, pass instruments and other supplies to surgeons and surgeon's assistants, hold retractors, cut sutures, and help count sponges, needles, supplies, and instruments during endoscopy procedures. Does this position require Patient Care? Yes Essential Functions - Operates/handles equipment properly during Endoscopic procedures. - Assists in prepping room for the next patient. - Assures endoscope equipment is in working order - Hangs, sets up, troubleshoots and tests the function of the endoscopes (suction, air/water, irrigation, etc.) before the procedures begin. Qualifications Education Associate's Degree Surgical Technology required or Associate's Degree Related Field of Study required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? Yes Licenses and Credentials Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred Certified Gastrointestinal Registered Nurse [CGRN] - American Board for Certification of Gastroenterology Nurses, Inc. preferred Nursing Assistant [LNA - New Hampshire] - New Hampshire Board of Nursing preferred Experience Endoscopy/Surgery clinical experience 1-2 years required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Critical Thinking. - Good verbal and written communication skills. - Able to read and understand work-related documents. - Detail-oriented and meticulous. - Basic understanding of practices and concepts related to endoscopy procedures. - Listening, strong communication skills. - Familiarity with equipment and clinical procedures. Physical Requirements Standing Frequently (34-66%) Walking Frequently (34-66%) Sitting Occasionally (3-33%) Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device) Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs Pushing Occasionally (3-33%) Pulling Occasionally (3-33%) Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%) Balancing Frequently (34-66%) Stooping Occasionally (3-33%) Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%) Crouching Occasionally (3-33%) Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%) Reaching Frequently (34-66%) Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%) Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%) Feeling Constantly (67-100%) Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%) Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%) Talking Constantly (67-100%) Hearing Constantly (67-100%)