Endoscopy Technician

UPMC • Camp Hill, PA

16d • Onsite

About The Position

UPMC Gastro Associates Central PA is seeking a full-time Endoscopy Technician to work in Camp Hill, Pennsylvania. The role supports physicians and the clinical team in a fast-paced gastrointestinal procedural setting, helping provide high-quality patient care throughout the endoscopy process. The position works Monday through Friday on rotating shifts: 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., or 8:00 a.m. until work is complete. The employee must be available for all shifts. There are no weekend, holiday, or call requirements.

The Endoscopy Technician prepares procedure rooms and equipment, assists physicians during procedures, helps handle and document specimens, and maintains endoscopic equipment and supplies. The role also involves accurate patient and procedure documentation, collaboration with coworkers, and following infection prevention, safety, and quality protocols. The ideal candidate is willing to complete the SGNA or Surgical Technician course within six months of hire.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
• Act 34 clearance.
• Must be available to work all rotating shifts.
• Willingness to complete the SGNA or Surgical Technician course within six months of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Previous employment or training as an Endoscopy Technician, Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant, Surgical Technician, or another medical specialty such as Central Service Technician.

Responsibilities

• Care for and maintain endoscopic equipment used in the GI Laboratory; check that it functions properly and demonstrate knowledge of its operation and troubleshooting.
• Provide backup to Equipment Reprocessors as needed.
• Maintain supply inventory, rotate stock, restock procedure rooms, report or reorder supplies as appropriate, and return unused products or reusable equipment to storage.
• Assist with preparing and obtaining specimens, labeling and logging them, and delivering them to the appropriate area as necessary.
• Prepare procedure rooms with the appropriate endoscope, equipment, and instruments; ensure equipment is functioning before use and anticipate physician needs.
• Assist physicians during endoscopic procedures, including removing and collecting polyps as directed.
• Label and document procedural images; accurately document and process specimens; upload and maintain patient charts and procedure documentation.
• Support efficient patient flow and collaborate with physicians, nurses, coworkers, and ancillary staff.
• Follow infection prevention, patient safety, quality assurance, and departmental documentation standards.
• Offer assistance to coworkers, communicate effectively, receive and encourage feedback, and take responsibility for professional development.
• Attend or review relevant departmental in-service programs, participate in GI Lab staff meetings and unit-based performance improvement, perform secretarial functions as needed, and participate in self-review as requested.
• Perform in accordance with system-wide competencies and behaviors and perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Close-knit and supportive group of coworkers.
• Monday through Friday schedule with no weekends, holidays, or call responsibilities.
• Opportunity to work directly with physicians in a specialized procedural setting.
• Collaborative team environment focused on patient care.

What This Job Offers

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