Endoscopy Technician - Part Time

Carsonvalleyhealth; Gardnerville (NV); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with match

Paid Volunteer Hours

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Carsonvalleyhealth in Gardnerville is looking for a part-time Endoscopy Technician to assist gastroenterologists with GI procedures. This role requires knowledge of endoscopic practices, effective communication skills, and an understanding of aseptic techniques.

Candidates should have a high school diploma and relevant experience. Eligible for various benefits for part-time employees including health insurance and 401(k) with match. Work is scheduled 3 days a week, from 0630 to 1700.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of gastro-endoscopic procedures and equipment.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Prior relevant work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist gastroenterologists during GI procedures.
• Maintain procedure/operating room sanitation.
• Prepare for procedures using appropriate physician preference cards.

Skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of gastro-endoscopic procedures

Aseptic technique

Equipment assembly and troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational/Specialized Training

Tools

Endoscopic equipment

Electro-surgical equipment

Job description

Endoscopy Technician - Part Time

Position Summary

Assists gastroenterologists in the performance of general GI procedures, including but not limited to esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) and colonoscopy. Assists with anesthesia personnel, registered nurses, and other professionals in the procedure or operating room, as necessary.

Position Requirements

Minimum Education

• Scholastic achievement equal to high school education preferred
• Completion of a Vocational/Specialized Training preferred

Certificate Requirements

• BLS (AHA)
• SGNA Associates Program Certification preferred

Minimum Work Experience

• Prior relevant work experience preferred
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated initiative and effectiveness with interpersonal communication

Position Essential Functions

Knowledge

• Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of gastro-endoscopic procedures and equipment
• Demonstrates an understanding of the principles of asepsis and consistently maintains aseptic technique
• Demonstrates knowledge of anatomy related to procedure
• Demonstrates knowledge of techniques used by various gastroenterologists for various procedures
• Able to assemble and trouble‑shoot all equipment as necessary for procedure
• Ensures all necessary equipment is in the room prior to the start of a case
• Able to safely operate all electro‑surgical, video, disposable, and re‑processing equipment
• Updates and re‑writes preference cards as indicated and communicates changes to staff and Manager of Surgical Services

Responsibilities

• Performs all responsibilities/duties required to assure that the unique nature of the client is addressed
• Demonstrates knowledge of sterilization and disinfection as evidenced by practice
• Assists in maintaining procedure/operating room sanitation
• Prepares for procedures using appropriate physician preference cards
• Handles all pathology specimens appropriately
• Accurately communicates pertinent medication and specimen information to the procedure team
• Responsible for supplies and care of instrumentation before, during, and after endoscopy procedures
• Monitors skin integrity and communicates to RN and/or physician
• Demonstrates willingness to identify and assume activities related to departmental developmental needs
• Demonstrates dependability/flexibility in meeting scheduling needs of the department and hospital
• Accepts assignment as preceptor for new staff
• Completes work assignments on time and readily accepts assignments as observed by manager
• Reports to work on time and is present as scheduled, as observed by manager
• Assumes other duties as required

Benefits

If you are scheduled to work part‑time at least 20 hours per week and full‑time at least 32 hours per week, you are eligible for benefits on the first day of the month following 30 days of employment.

• No state income tax
• Hometown Health Medical, EyeMed Vision, Guardian Dental, and Flexible Spending Account
• Vanguard 401(k) with match
• Employer‑paid Care Flight Membership for your household (full‑time employees) (A Division of REMSA)
• Employer‑paid Basic Life and AD&D insurance
• Unum Supplemental Insurance (Critical Illness, Accident, Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability)
• Earned Time Off, Sick Leave, and Paid Holidays
• Nevada 529 College Fund
• Unum Employee Assistance Program
• Employer‑paid Credit Monitoring and Identity Theft Program through CyberScout
• Tuition Reimbursement, Clinical Ladder*, and HRSA Loan Repayment Program* (*for qualifying positions)
• Priority Childcare Enrollment with the Boys and Girls Club of Western NV for ages 9 months+
• Paid Volunteer Hours for staff to help in the community
• and more

3 days per week, days vary Mon‑Fri; 0630 to 1700