Endoscopy Tech - Endoscopy - Sharp Memorial Hospital - Day Shift - Part Time

300 Sharp HealthCare; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Sharp HealthCare in San Diego is seeking an Endoscopy Technician to support endoscopy procedures under RN supervision. Responsibilities include data management, equipment handling, and maintaining SGNA-compliant disinfection processes.

The role requires a high school diploma and AHA BLS certification, with additional GI tech training within 90 days of hire. Weekend/on-call shifts are part of the schedule under a SEIU-UHW agreement.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or Equivalent.
• AHA BLS for Healthcare Professionals is REQUIRED.

Responsibilities

• Disinfection of endoscopes and washers per SGNA guidelines and Sharp policy.
• Maintain quality log book and regulatory compliance.
• Assist gastroenterologist during endoscopic procedures.
• Transfer patients and support room turnover to optimize workflow.
• Obtain specimens and document labeling accurately in the log.

Skills

Endoscopy support

Patient care support

Education

H.S. Diploma or Equivalent

BLS Certification (AHA)

Job description

Hours: Shift Start Time: Variable Shift End Time: Variable AWS Hours Requirement: 8/40 - 8 Hour Shift Additional Shift Information: Weekend Requirements: As Needed On-Call Required: Yes Hourly Pay Range (Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum): $26.970 - $33.730 - $37.770 This position is covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) with SEIU-UHW. As part of the terms of employment, employees in this role are required to join the union within 31 days of hire and remain a member (e.g. dues paying, fee paying, religious exception contributor) for the duration of the collective bargaining agreement. This position was originally posted to ratified SEIU members from 10/09/26 to 10/17/26 . The position is now available to be filled by internal candidates that are not members of the ratified Bargaining Unit or External candidates to Sharp.

What You Will Do

To perform various direct patient care activities and assist with a variety of endoscopic procedures in the Endoscopy department under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse and the attending gastroenterologist. Facilitates patient data management through transcription, order entry, and documentation. Supports best use of resources in management on equipment, supplies, and other department resources.

Required Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or Equivalent
• AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) - American Heart Association -REQUIRED

Preferred Qualifications

• 1 Year endoscopy lab experience.
• 1 Year experience nursing assistance in an acute care or geriatric setting.
• Other Qualification Requirements Completion of GI Technical Specialist (GTS) program within 90 days of hire - required.
• Program completion to be tracked and maintained by the department.

Essential Functions

Equipment maintenance

Accurately and efficiently provides high level disinfection of all endoscopes/washers based on SGNA guidelines and established Sharp Policy and Procedure. Maintains quality log book documentation for regulatory compliance. (Measured and monitored through observation by direct supervisor and QA book audits).

General support

Completes duties within time frames, maintains equipment and supplies, may assist with ordering supplies; restock rooms; ensures optimal workflow by assisting in transfers of patients as necessary; fosters efficient turnaround of rooms.

Patient care

Accurately and efficiently performs patient care activities under the direct supervision of a registered nurse. Is proficient in assisting the gastroenterologist during endoscopic procedures. (Measured and monitored through eQVR process and observation by immediate supervisor).

Professional development

Actively participates in endoscopy department skills day and departmental in-services. Aides in teach new staff correct maintenance and processing of endoscopy equipment. Orients to staff to all aspects of the endoscopy technician role. Updates knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and changes to SGNA standards of practice. (Measured and monitored through direct observation by immediate supervisor).

Specimens

Under the direct supervision of the attending gastroenterologist and registered nurse, obtains tissue specimens, brushings, and washings during endoscopy procedures. Correctly communicates and verifies specimen labeling to the registered nurse and gastroenterologist. Correctly documents specimens in the log book prior to transporting them to the laboratory. (Measured and monitored through observation by immediate supervisor, eQVR process, and specimen log audits).

Sharp HealthCare is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability or any other protected class Sharp HealthCare is a not-for-profit health care system based in San Diego, California, with four acute care hospitals, three specialty hospitals, three medical groups and a health plan. We provide medical services in virtually all fields of medicine, including primary care, heart care, cancer, orthopedics, women’s health, rehabilitation, robotic surgery and bariatric surgery.

Sharp sets the community standard for exceptional care. Sharp Grossmont Hospital and Sharp Memorial Hospital have received prestigious Magnet recognition by the American Nurses Credentialing Center for excellence in nursing practices and quality patient care. At the heart of our organization are more than 18,000 affiliated physicians, nurses, staff and volunteers who are on a journey to make health care better for our patients and their families. It’s what we call The Sharp Experience – treating each person with dignity, compassion and respect, and using our clinical excellence and advanced technology to deliver the highest-quality patient care. We are dedicated to transforming the health care experience by making Sharp the best place to work, the best place to practice medicine and the best place to receive care in San Diego.