Endoscopy Technician - Days

UAB St. Vincent's•Birmingham, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Endoscopy Technician supports endoscopic procedures by preparing equipment and the procedural field and managing specimens. The role also prepares patients by reviewing medical histories and, as appropriate, positioning patients and cleaning, shaving, or numbing testing sites. The technician interprets, describes, and reports test results; recognizes recording errors and artifacts and responds appropriately; and monitors patients before, during, and after procedures, promptly reporting abnormal findings. The position includes preparing and maintaining equipment, supplies, and the lab area. The position is in the Endoscopy Center at UAB St Vincent's Birmingham. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. to 2 p.m., with extended hours and rotating call. Benefits for eligible positions include generous paid time off, paid parental leave, an Associate Assistance Program, and a Tuition Reimbursement Program.

Requirements

BLS Provider certification obtained within 1 month (30 days) of hire or job transfer; American Heart Association or American Red Cross certification is accepted.
High school diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience, or an associate's/technical degree, or 4 years of applicable cumulative job-specific experience.

Responsibilities

Prepare equipment and the procedural field for endoscopic procedures.
Manage specimens.
Prepare patients for procedures by reviewing medical histories and, as appropriate, positioning patients and cleaning, shaving, or numbing testing sites.
Interpret, describe, and report test results.
Recognize recording errors and artifacts and react appropriately.
Monitor patients before, during, and after procedures and promptly report abnormal findings in a patient's condition.
Prepare and maintain equipment, supplies, and the lab area.