Endo Tech

bhs; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Ins.

Life Insurance

Short & Long Disability

Job summary

Baptist Health Lexington is hiring an Endoscopy Tech (ENDO) for full-time on the First Shift in the Surgical Dept. The role supports the Endoscopy team under RN direction, assists with reprocessing, preparation, and patient care for GI and related procedures.

Responsibilities include setting up the procedural area, assisting with patient monitoring, preparing patients, transporting to the procedure room, and aiding the physician during scopes and specimen collection.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist Endoscopy team with procedures and reprocessing of endoscopes.
• Prepare procedural area with supplies and equipment and maintain aseptic technique.
• Assist in preparing patients and monitoring during procedures (BP, EKG, SpO2).
• Position and transport patients to and from the procedure room; coach patient through procedure as needed.

Skills

Patient care experience

Assisting in procedures

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

BLS Certification

Job description

Summary

Job Description: Endoscopy Tech (ENDO) Full Time- First Shift Surgical Dept. I Lexington, KY

The Endoscopy Unit is a specialized department within the hospital that focuses on performing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using advanced endoscopic technology. This unit provides minimally invasive methods to examine and treat conditions affecting the gastrointestinal (GI) tract, respiratory system, and other internal structures. Its goal is to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in a safe and efficient environment.

Description Endoscopy Tech (ENDO):

• Under the general direction of the Registered Nurse, assists the Endoscopy team with procedures, including assisting with reprocessing of endoscopes, performance of procedures, and assisting in the preparation of patients for Endoscopy.
• Sets up the procedural area with supplies and equipment based upon requirements for the endoscopic procedure following aseptic technique. Cleans up and closes down the room after the procedure following aseptic Technique.
• Assists in preparing the patient.
• Assist in hooking patient up to monitoring devices; BP, EKG, SAO2.
• Orient's patient and significant other(s) to environment, ie: bathroom, waiting room, etc.
• Assists the physician with scopes, accessories, and specimen collection during procedures.
• Assists with patient transport to and from procedure room.
• Assists in positioning patient for specific procedure.
• Coaches' patient through procedure as needed.

Requirements Endoscopy Tech (ENDO):

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 6 months of patient care experience as a nursing assistant, medical assistant, surgical assistant or other equivalent position.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required. If not already certified, applicants must obtain BLS within 30 days of their hire date.

Benefits:

• Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually
• Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
• 5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire
• Bereavement Leave (includes pets)
• PTO Sell Back Program
• Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)
• Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support
• Retirement with Company Match

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.