Endoscopy Technician, Days, Perioperative Services
Company: Howard University Hospital
Location: Washington
Posted on: February 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description With over 150 years of caring
for our community and each other in the Washington DC area, Howard
University Hospital has a world-renowned reputation for
high-quality, patient-centric care. Howard University Hospital is
the nation’s only teaching hospital located on the campus of a
Historically Black University and has created a superior learning
environment, with groundbreaking research and positive patient
outcomes. Howard University Hospital seeks to hire an Endoscopy
Technician who will embrace our reach and historic tradition of
excellence. If you want to make a difference in someone’s life
every day, consider a position with a team of professionals who are
doing just that, making a difference. Under the supervision of the
Nurse Manager or designee, the Endoscopy Technician assists in the
preparation of and during Endoscopy procedures in various locations
in the Hospital as directed. Duties are performed in strict
compliance with the Hospital and Regulatory Agencies’ policies and
procedures. The hours for this position are full time Monday-Friday
7:00 am- 3:30 pm, no weekends. Pay Range: $17.40-27.84 (offers are
based upon the applicants relevant experience pertaining to the
position. The Endoscopy Technician position: Assists Endoscopists
during procedures as directed. Interacts with staff, patients and
their families, physicians, other healthcare providers and Hospital
& University officials in a professional and courteous manner.
Wipes/sanitizes carts, sinks and room after each procedure. Cleans,
disinfects and stores endoscopes according to manufacturers’
directives and recommendations. Assists in supply inventory,
establishing and maintaining adequate levels of supplies and
equipment. Takes inventory of supplies on transport cart and in
patient/exam rooms and restocks as necessary. Assists in the
observation of patient pre and post procedure. Reports all observed
changes and/or abnormalities in patient’s condition as directed.
Performs personal hygiene activities for patient as needed. Sets up
Endoscopy rooms for all procedures according to established
guidelines. Reports equipment malfunctioning to appropriate staff
and properly prepares items to be shipped out as necessary.
Transports patients safely to and from the Endoscopy area as
needed. Assists in the preparation and positioning of beds and
orientating patient to room. Transports patient care equipment from
one area to another, including assembling of such equipment.
Assists with inspection and maintenance of endoscopes and equipment
in the unit. Provides post-mortem care of deceased bodies such as
labeling, wrapping dentures, and securing patient valuables. Orient
and precept new Endoscopy Technicians Transports and handles
specimens Participates in continuous quality improvement and
departmental activities. Assumes other duties and responsibilities
that are related and appropriate to the position and area. The
above responsibilities are a general description of the level and
nature of the work assigned to this classification and are not to
be considered as all-inclusive. Key competencies Include: Knowledge
of the fundamentals of anatomy, Endoscopy procedures, aseptic
techniques, surgical instruments and the care of surgical
instruments. Working knowledge of medical terminology. Knowledge of
the use and care of and proper sterilization methods of endoscopes.
Competent use of steam sterilizer and Steris System One. Ability to
clean and operate various scope cleaning systems. Knowledge of the
proper care and use of video equipment. Ability to set up room and
equipment required for various Endoscopy procedures. Ability to
function as an individual and as part of a team. Ability to
maintain a professional attitude at all times. Competence in both
oral and written English. Ability to maintain strict
confidentiality of patient information. Achieve appropriate
Hospital performance, quality and productivity standards as
established. Qualified candidates will possess: High School Diploma
or General Equivalency Diploma (GED).Graduate of a training program
for endoscopy technicians or HUH training if available. Completion
of the Society of Gastroenterology Nurse & Associates Program
within one (1) year of hire. One year experience working as an
endoscopy technician in an acute care setting or Endoscopy Lab
preferred. Certified Nursing Assistant or Medical Assistant in the
District of Colombia required. Current American Heart Association
BLS certificate At Howard University Hospital our job is to care
for you. We do this by offering: Work life balance Recognition and
rewards for professional expertise Competitive, comprehensive
benefit plans offered (including health, disability, vacation, sick
leave, and 403B retirement plan) COVID-19 Vaccination Howard
University Hospital requires all external applicants to be fully
vaccinated for COVID-19 before commencing employment. External
Applicants may be required to furnish proof of vaccination and, if
offered, may elect to be vaccinated at a designated Howard
University Hospital location
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