Endoscopy Technician/UKHC

UK HealthCare; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Kentucky is seeking an Endoscopy Technician (UKHC) to support physicians in endoscopy procedures. You will position and transport patients, prepare rooms with aseptic technique, and maintain supplies while contributing to unit goals and delivering excellent patient service.

The role requires a high school diploma and completion of an Endoscopy Technician training program within 6 months of hire; 1–2 years of related experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• HS education required.
• Successful completion of Endoscopy Technician training program within 6 months of hire.
• 1–2 years of related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians in general and advanced endoscopy procedures.
• Position and transport patients to procedures.
• Prepare procedural rooms using clean and aseptic technique.
• Maintain supplies and materials for procedures.
• Actively participate in unit goals and patient service.

Skills

Endoscopy procedures

Direct patient care

Attention to detail

Planning & organization

Written and verbal communication

Resource management

Education

HS

Job description

Job Title Endoscopy Technician/UKHC

Requisition Number RE54975

Working Title Endoscopy Technician

Department Name H3090:Diagnostic Services

Work Location Lexington, KY

Grade Level 07

Salary Range $21.69-27.31/hour

Type of Position Staff

Position Time Status Full-Time

Required Education HS

Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Required Related Experience No experience required

Required License/Registration/Certification Successful completion of Endoscopy Technician training program within 6 months of hire

Physical Requirements The ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50-100 pounds on a daily basis; as well as stand, walk and sit for long periods of time. The conditions of work may involve exposure to communicable diseases and injury from intractable patients or sharp instruments.

Shift Must be able to work 36 hours/week with call, nights, weekends, & holidays as required per business needs.

Job Summary This position will assist the physician (gastroenterologist, pulmonologist, and/or surgeon) in general and advanced endoscopy procedures with a high degree of efficiency; position and transport patients; prepare the procedural rooms using clean and aseptic techniques; maintain supplies and materials; actively participate in goals of the work unit; and demonstrate excellent customer service.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities The ideal candidate must be proficient in basic and advanced endoscopy procedures; have direct patient care experience; excellent attention to detail; exceptional planning and organizational skills; effective written and verbal communication skills; ability to solve routine problems and manage resources; and have experience with materials/resource management.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience 1-2 years of related experience preferred.

Deadline to Apply 08/30/2026

Our University Community

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