Endo Tech

Baptist Health

Lexington (KY)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 62,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Identity Theft Protection

Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 ann

Maternity and Paternity Leave

Paid Time Off

Bereavement Leave (pets)

PTO Sell Back Program

PTO Donation

Employee Support Fund

Retirement with Company Match

Job summary

Baptist Health in Lexington, KY is seeking an Endoscopy Tech (ENDO) to support the Endoscopy Unit under RN direction. You will assist with procedures, reprocess endoscopes, and help prepare patients for endoscopy in a safe, aseptic environment.

The role includes setting up the room, monitoring patients, assisting physicians with scopes and specimens, and transporting patients as needed. High School diploma and BLS are required, with 6 months patient care experience preferred.

Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent.
6 months of patient care experience as nursing assistant, medical assistant, surgical assistant or other equivalent position.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required; if not certified, obtain within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

Assist Endoscopy team with procedures and reprocessing of endoscopes.
Set up procedural area with supplies and equipment following aseptic technique; clean and close down room after procedure.
Prepare patient for endoscopy and monitor vital signs.
Assist physician with scopes, accessories and specimen collection; transport patient to/from procedure room.
Position patient for specific procedure and coach patient as needed.

Skills

Patient care

Aseptic technique

Assisting procedures

Vital signs monitoring

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

BLS certification (required)

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