Endoscopy GI Technician: Instrument Reprocessing

Watson Clinic; Lakeland (FL); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Watson Clinic is seeking an Endoscopy Support Technician to assist Endoscopy Unit staff by cleaning, disinfecting, and maintaining endoscopic instruments and equipment. You will assist physicians and patients intra-procedurally per center policies and procedures.

Responsibilities include preparing the procedure room, maintaining supplies, and ensuring equipment is clean and functioning. You will support patient transport and provide reassurance during procedures as part of a coordinated team.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED; CPR certification required or to be obtained within 6 months.
• Formal training as medical assistant, OR/GI Tech or nursing assistant preferred.
• OJT in gastroenterology with minimum two years of experience; GI assistant certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates competency on use and troubleshooting of all endoscopic equipment.
• Completes annual competency on reprocessing of endoscopy and accessories.
• Prepares and maintains the endoscopy procedure room; cleans and stocks supplies.
• Ensures adherence to unit protocols and manufacturer guidelines for equipment use and maintenance.
• Checks equipment for proper function and cleaning prior to use.
• Assists with patient transport and positioning.
• Participates as a team member to complete room turnover.
• Provides verbal reassurance for patients during procedures.
• Keeps work area neat and orderly; acts as a team player in stressful situations.
• Uses cost containment principles for supplies.

Skills

Endoscopy equipment troubleshooting

Patient handling

Teamwork under pressure

Reassuring patients during procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

CPR certification or within 6 months

Formal training in medical assisting or GI tech (preferred)

Job description

Watson Clinic is seeking an Endoscopy Support Technician to assist Endoscopy Unit staff by cleaning, disinfecting, and maintaining endoscopic instruments and equipment. You will assist physicians and patients intra-procedurally per center policies and procedures.

Responsibilities include preparing the procedure room, maintaining supplies, and ensuring equipment is clean and functioning. You will support patient transport and provide reassurance during procedures as part of a coordinated team.