Endoscopy Technician II — GI Procedure Support

Medical University of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

The Endoscopy Technician at Medical University of South Carolina supports surgeons and GI staff by preparing supplies, handling sterile and non-sterile equipment, and ensuring safe patient care during endoscopy and related procedures.

Responsibilities include equipment maintenance, coordination of patient care, detailed record-keeping in EMR, and ongoing compliance with infection control and safety protocols. A healthcare background with BLS is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum education and clinical experience as listed in the ad.
• High school diploma or equivalent with 1 year patient care experience or related certification.
• Certification in BLS required; prior GI/instrumentation exposure is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Procedural assistance during GI procedures including endoscopy and colonoscopy.
• Equipment management and maintenance of GI instrumentation.
• Coordinate patient care before, during, and after GI procedures.
• Accurate documentation of procedures and equipment usage in EMR.
• Support infection control policies and quality assurance activities.
• Provide training and mentorship to new staff on GI procedures and safety.

Skills

Procedural support

Equipment management

Patient coordination

Documentation

Infection control

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Nursing Assistant course

EMT/Paramedic certification

Bachelor’s degree

SGNA GI Technician training

Tools

EMR systems

GI instrumentation

Job description

The Endoscopy Technician at Medical University of South Carolina supports surgeons and GI staff by preparing supplies, handling sterile and non-sterile equipment, and ensuring safe patient care during endoscopy and related procedures.

Responsibilities include equipment maintenance, coordination of patient care, detailed record-keeping in EMR, and ongoing compliance with infection control and safety protocols. A healthcare background with BLS is required.