Endoscopy Technician

UAB St. Vincent's • Birmingham, AL

18d • Onsite

About The Position

The Endoscopy Technician supports endoscopic procedures by preparing equipment and the procedural field and managing specimens. The technician prepares patients by reviewing medical histories, positioning them appropriately, and cleaning, shaving, or numbing testing sites as appropriate. The role also involves interpreting, describing, and reporting test results; recognizing recording errors and artifacts and responding appropriately; monitoring patients before, during, and after procedures and promptly reporting abnormal findings; and preparing and maintaining equipment, supplies, and the lab area.

The position is based in the UAB St. Vincent's East Endoscopy Lab and follows a Monday–Friday schedule from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. A call rotation is required. A BLS Provider credential from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross must be obtained within 30 days of hire or job transfer.

UAB St. Vincent’s is part of UAB Medicine and describes its work as grounded in compassion, service, and respect. The organization has five hospitals, numerous clinics, and more than 4,800 employees, and aims to provide personalized, collaborative care addressing patients’ physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma equivalency with two years of cumulative experience, or an associate's/technical degree, or four years of applicable cumulative job-specific experience.
• BLS Provider certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross, obtained within 30 days of hire or job transfer.

Responsibilities

• Prepare equipment and the procedural field for endoscopic procedures and manage specimens.
• Prepare patients by reviewing medical history, positioning them appropriately, and cleaning, shaving, or numbing testing sites as appropriate.
• 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 their condition.
• Prepare and maintain equipment, supplies, and the lab area.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off for eligible positions.
• Paid parental leave for eligible positions.
• Associate Assistance Program for eligible positions.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program for eligible positions.
• Additional benefits may be available.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED