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BJC HealthCare

Lead Endoscopy Tech

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

As the Lead you will support endoscopy technicians, ensure procedure rooms, equipment, and reprocessing meet safety and regulatory standards. Assists with procedures, coordinates daily workflow ...

HealthPartners

MN · On-site

$20.13 - $30.19/hr

... or Lead Endoscopy Technician. Work Schedule: Endoscopy Technician Specialists work 10-hour shifts with rotating start times of 6:30 a.m., 7:00 a.m., and 7:30 a.m. Technicians are also assigned ...

BJC HealthCare

Lead Endoscopy Tech

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$20.17 - $33.51/hr

As the Lead you will support endoscopy technicians, ensure procedure rooms, equipment, and reprocessing meet safety and regulatory standards. Assists with procedures, coordinates daily workflow ...

Tenet Health

Lead Endoscopy Tech

New Braunfels, TX · On-site

$39K - $51K/yr

The Lead Endoscopy Technician serves as the senior technician within the endoscopy suite and is responsible for supporting gastrointestinal procedures, ensuring high-level disinfection and ...

HealthPartners

MN · On-site

$20.13 - $30.19/hr

... or Lead Endoscopy Technician. Work Schedule: Endoscopy Technicians work 10-hour shifts with rotating start times of 6:30am, 7:00 am, and 7:30am. Technicians are also assigned rotating late-stay ...

Tenet Health

Lead Endoscopy Tech

New Braunfels, TX · On-site

$39K - $51K/yr

The Lead Endoscopy Technician serves as the senior technician within the endoscopy suite and is responsible for supporting gastrointestinal procedures, ensuring high-level disinfection and ...

Resolute Health Hospital

Lead Endoscopy Tech

Cibolo, TX

$40K - $52K/yr

The Lead Endoscopy Technician serves as the senior technician within the endoscopy suite and is responsible for supporting gastrointestinal procedures, ensuring high-level disinfection and ...

Resolute Health Hospital

Lead Endoscopy Tech

Seguin, TX

$39K - $50K/yr

The Lead Endoscopy Technician serves as the senior technician within the endoscopy suite and is responsible for supporting gastrointestinal procedures, ensuring high-level disinfection and ...

Resolute Health Hospital

$39K - $51K/yr

The Lead Endoscopy Technician serves as the senior technician within the endoscopy suite and is responsible for supporting gastrointestinal procedures, ensuring high-level disinfection and ...

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How much do lead endoscopy technician jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for lead endoscopy technician in the United States is $52,560.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44,000.00 and $57,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a lead endoscopy technician?

Lead Endoscopy Technicians are specialized healthcare professionals who oversee and assist in endoscopic procedures, such as colonoscopies and upper GI endoscopies. They are responsible for preparing and maintaining endoscopy equipment, ensuring sterilization protocols are followed, and supporting physicians and nurses during procedures. As leads, they also supervise other endoscopy technicians, coordinate schedules, and help train new staff. Their role is crucial for patient safety and efficient operation of the endoscopy suite.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a lead endoscopy technician?

To thrive as a Lead Endoscopy Technician, you need expertise in endoscopic procedures, equipment sterilization, and a background in healthcare, often with certification such as the Certified Endoscopy Technician (CET). Familiarity with endoscopy equipment, electronic health record (EHR) systems, and strict adherence to infection control protocols is crucial. Leadership, attention to detail, and strong communication skills set top performers apart in this supervisory role. These skills ensure safe, efficient procedures, effective team leadership, and high-quality patient outcomes.

What are some common challenges faced by lead endoscopy technicians, and how can they be managed effectively?

Lead Endoscopy Technicians often encounter challenges such as maintaining strict infection control standards, coordinating a busy procedural schedule, and ensuring all equipment is properly sterilized and functioning. Managing these challenges requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication with physicians, nurses, and other team members. Proactively staying updated on best practices and fostering a collaborative environment can help address issues efficiently and maintain high-quality patient care.

What is the difference between Lead Endoscopy Technician vs Endoscopy Technician?

AspectLead Endoscopy TechnicianEndoscopy Technician
CertificationsCPR, Basic Life Support, and often additional leadership or advanced certificationsCPR, Basic Life Support
Work EnvironmentSupervisory role in endoscopy units, overseeing procedures and staffAssisting during endoscopic procedures under supervision
ResponsibilitiesLeading procedures, training staff, ensuring equipment readinessPreparing patients, assisting during procedures, cleaning equipment

The Lead Endoscopy Technician typically has additional leadership responsibilities, overseeing staff and procedures, while the Endoscopy Technician focuses on assisting during procedures. Both roles require similar certifications, but the lead position involves more supervisory duties within the endoscopy department.

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Infographic showing various Lead Endoscopy Technician job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $52,560 per year, or $25.3 per hour.

Lead, Endoscopy Technician

Soldotna, AK • On-site

Central Peninsula Hospital
Health Care and Social Assistance • 501 - 1,000 employees
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$47K - $62K/yr

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY: The Lead Endoscopy Technician serves as a clinical and operational resource responsible for coordinating the daily workflow and activities of Endoscopy Technicians to support safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care. This role collaborates closely with the Endoscopy Charge Nurse and Endoscopy Supervisor to ensure appropriate staffing, workflow management, staff development, equipment readiness, and adherence to departmental and organizational standards. 

Lead Endoscopy Technician is responsible for coordinating assignments, monitoring workflow efficiency, and ensuring responsibilities are completed accurately and in a timely manner. The Lead Technician assists with onboarding and training of new staff members, reinforces department policies and procedures, and serves as a resource for operational questions and routine problem resolution. The position partners with department leadership to support orientation, annual competency validation, ongoing education, and training related to new technology and equipment.

REQUIREMENTS:  

  • High School Diploma/General Education Degree(GED)
  • One (1) year of experience in a healthcare setting
  • One (1) year of experience as an Endoscopy Technician
  • Certified Endoscope Reprocessor (CER) from IAHCSMM
  • Certified Endoscopic Technician through ASGE within one (1) year of employment
  • BLSP (CPR) through the American Heart Association required within 30 days of employment

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