Endoscopy Technician
About The Position
The Endoscopy Technician supports endoscopic procedures in the UAB St. Vincent's East Endoscopy Lab. The role includes preparing equipment and the procedure field, managing specimens, preparing and monitoring patients, interpreting and reporting test results, identifying recording errors and artifacts, and maintaining equipment, supplies, and the lab area. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with a required call rotation. Work is located at the UAB St. Vincent's East Endoscopy Lab. Benefits for eligible positions include paid time off, paid parental leave, an Associate Assistance Program, and tuition reimbursement.
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
- Support endoscopic procedures by preparing equipment and the procedure field and managing specimens.
- Prepare patients for procedures by reviewing medical history and appropriately positioning them, and by cleaning, shaving, or numbing testing sites as appropriate.
- Interpret, describe, and report test results.
- Recognize recording errors and artifacts and respond 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.
Benefits
- Generous paid time off
- Paid parental leave
- Associate Assistance Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
