Endoscopy Technician

Job Details

Job Title: Endoscopy Technician/UKHC

Requisition Number: RE54768

Working Title: Endoscopy Technician

Department Name: H6200:Diagnostic Services

Work Location: Lexington, KY

Grade Level: 07

Salary Range: $21.69-27.31/hour

Type of Position: Staff

Position Time Status: Full-Time

Required Education: HS

Required Related Experience: No experience required

Required License/Registration/Certification: Successful completion of Endoscopy Technician training program within 6 months of hire

Physical Requirements: The ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50-100 pounds on a daily basis; as well as stand, walk and sit for long periods of time. The conditions of work may involve exposure to communicable diseases and injury from intractable patients or sharp instruments.

Shift: Four 10-hour day shifts, Monday-Friday, with some on-call and weekends as required per business needs.

Job Summary: This position will assist the physician (gastroenterologist, pulmonologist, and/or surgeon) in general and advanced endoscopy procedures with a high degree of efficiency; position and transport patients; prepare the procedural rooms using clean and aseptic techniques; maintain supplies and materials; actively participate in goals of the work unit; and demonstrate excellent customer service.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities: The ideal candidate must be proficient in basic and advanced endoscopy procedures; have direct patient care experience; excellent attention to detail; exceptional planning and organizational skill; effective written and verbal communication skills; ability to solve routine problems and manage resources; and experience with materials/resource management.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience: 1-2 years of related experience preferred.