Endoscopy Technician: GI Procedure Support

Highmark Health / AHN; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network seeks an Endoscopy Support role to assist during GI-endoscopic procedures, maintain room supplies and equipment, and help with post-procedure instrument reprocessing. You will work closely with RNs and physicians to ensure smooth procedural flow.

The position requires a high school diploma or related experience; an associate degree in a health-related field is preferred, and prior GI-endoscopy experience is a plus. HIPAA and safety training are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma / GED or 1–3 months related experience and/or training.
• Associate's degree in health-related field preferred.
• Prior GI-endoscopy experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains procedure room supplies and endoscopic equipment and ensures adequate equipment is available.
• Performs as part of the team during GI-endoscopic procedures.
• Disassembles and reprocesses instrumentation post-procedure and documents per policy.
• Maintains effective two-way communication with patients, families and health-care team.
• May assist with special procedures under RN/MD direction (e.g., laser, wound care, line insertions).
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Education

Associate's degree in health-related field

Job description

Allegheny Health Network seeks an Endoscopy Support role to assist during GI-endoscopic procedures, maintain room supplies and equipment, and help with post-procedure instrument reprocessing. You will work closely with RNs and physicians to ensure smooth procedural flow.

The position requires a high school diploma or related experience; an associate degree in a health-related field is preferred, and prior GI-endoscopy experience is a plus. HIPAA and safety training are required.