Endoscopy Technician

The University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The Endoscopy Technician at The University of Texas at Austin supports endoscopic procedures by ensuring equipment is sterilized and functioning, and by providing patient care before, during, and after procedures. You will collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals in the endoscopy suite on a daily basis.

Required qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, at least 1 year in a healthcare setting, and BLS certification.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a healthcare setting.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the endoscopy room and equipment for procedures.
• Assist physicians and nurses during endoscopic procedures.
• Monitor and record patients' vital signs during procedures.

Skills

BLS certification

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

The Endoscopy Technician is responsible for assisting in endoscopic procedures, ensuring the proper functioning and sterilization of endoscopic equipment, and providing patient care before, during, and after procedures. This role involves working closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure smooth and efficient operations in the endoscopy suite.

Job Posting Title: Endoscopy Technician

Hiring Department: Dell Medical School

Position Open To: All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt from FLSA

Earliest Start Date: Immediately

Position Duration: Expected to Continue

Location: AUSTIN, TX

Job Details

The Endoscopy Technician is responsible for assisting in endoscopic procedures, ensuring the proper functioning and sterilization of endoscopic equipment, and providing patient care before, during, and after procedures. This role involves working closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure smooth and efficient operations in the endoscopy suite.

Assist with Endoscopic Procedures

• Prepare the endoscopy room and equipment for procedures.
• Assist physicians and nurses during endoscopic procedures.
• Monitor and record patients' vital signs during procedures.

Maintain and Sterilize Equipment

• Clean and sterilize endoscopic equipment according to protocols.
• Ensure all equipment is functioning properly before use.
• Maintain accurate records of equipment maintenance and sterilization.

Provide Patient Care

• Transport patients to and from the endoscopy suite.
• Provide pre- and post-procedure care instructions to patients.
• Assist with patient positioning and comfort during procedures.

Manage Inventory and Supplies

• Monitor inventory levels of endoscopic supplies and reorder as needed.
• Ensure proper storage and handling of supplies.
• Maintain an organized and well-stocked endoscopy suite.

Ensure Compliance with Safety Standards

• Adhere to infection control and safety protocols.
• Participate in quality assurance and improvement initiatives.
• Stay updated on advancements in endoscopic technology and procedures.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• At least 1 year(s) of experience in healthcare setting.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited endoscopy or surgical technology program
• At least 2 year(s) of experience in ambulatory surgery center or similar healthcare setting.
• Certification as an Endoscopy Technician (CET) or Certified Surgical Technologist (CST).

Salary Range

$19.50/hr + depending on qualifications

WORKING ENVIRONMENT/EQUIPMENT

• Standard office equipment
• Repetitive use of a keyboard
• May be exposed to such occupational hazards as communicable diseases, blood borne pathogens, ionizing and non-ionizing radiation, hazardous medications and disoriented or combative patients, or others.

Required Materials

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest

Employment Eligibility

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

Retirement Plan Eligibility

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

Background Checks

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Pay Transparency

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Employment Eligibility Verification

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

E-Verify

• E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

Compliance

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.