Endoscopy Technician (Surgical Hospital)

Umcelpaso; El Paso (TX); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

University Medical Center of El Paso is seeking an Endoscopy Technician to assist with a range of endoscopic procedures under supervision. You will help set up and maintain endoscopy equipment and supplies, ensuring readiness for procedures and adherence to ANSI/AAMI guidelines.

The role requires good communication, problem-solving, and the ability to read English instructions. Experience in hospital or endoscopy settings is preferred, and CPR certification is required.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in a hospital, clinic, or endoscopy setting preferred.
• Current CPR certification.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to use judgment in problem-solving.
• Knowledge of supplies and equipment used in endoscopy procedures.
• Knowledge of machines, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Ability to troubleshoot operating errors and apply effective decision-making to correct errors.
• Ability to conduct tests and inspections of products, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
• Knowledge of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.
• Basic computer literacy and keyboarding skills
• Ability to read and comprehend English at a level necessary to follow written and oral instructions and safety precautions.

Responsibilities

• Assist with endoscopic procedures under supervision.
• Set up and maintain endoscopy equipment and supplies.
• Receive, decontaminate, transport, and disinfect medical equipment per ANSI/AAMI guidelines.
• Prepare equipment for the procedure room per Manufacturer Instructions for Use (MIFU).
• Provide assistance to physicians during ERCP, FNA, POEM and other procedures.
• Provide on-call coverage for urgent/emergent procedures as scheduled.
• Maintain a clean department environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Endoscopy equipment knowledge

Machine maintenance

Troubleshooting

Quality testing

Chemicals safety

Computer literacy

Reading English

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

CPR Certification

Job description

• Facility University Medical Center of El Paso
• Department UMCSH Endoscopy (Surgical Hospital)
• Schedule - Shift - Hours Full Time - Rotating - Rotating

Under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, assists with a variety of endoscopic procedures activities for patients of varying ages. Provides assistance in setting up and maintaining endoscopy equipment and supplies. Uses established policies, procedures and ANSI/AAMI guidelines for receiving, decontaminating, transporting, and disinfecting of medical equipment. Maintains and prepares Endoscopy equipment for the procedure room according to Manufacturer Instructions for Use (MIFU).

Provides technical assistance to physicians performing endoscopic procedures for inpatients and outpatients general and advanced procedures such as Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA) using Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS), active bleeders, Colonic stent, Esophageal stent, hepatobiliary stent placement procedures, Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy (POEM), Endoscopic Mucosal Resection, butnot limited to Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection (ESD) procedures. Provides on-call coverage for urgent/emergent procedures as scheduled. Assists with the maintenance of a clean environment within the department.

Work Experience:

One year of experience in a hospital, clinic, or endoscopy setting preferred.

License/Registration/Certification

Current CPR Certification.

Education and Training:

High School diploma or equivalent.

Skills:

Possess effective oral and written communication skills.

Ability to use judgment in problem-solving.

Knowledge of supplies and equipment used in endoscopy procedures.

Knowledge of machines, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

Ability to troubleshoot operating errors and apply effective decision-making to correct errors.

Ability to conduct tests and inspections of products, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.

Knowledge of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.

Basic computer literacy and keyboarding skills

Ability to read and comprehend English at a level necessary to follow written and oral instructions and safety precautions.