Endoscopy Technician/UKHC

University of Kentucky; Lexington, Northern (KY, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Kentucky seeks an Endoscopy Technician to assist physicians in general and advanced endoscopy procedures with 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.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years of related experience and must complete Endoscopy Technician training within 6 months of hire; applicants

Qualifications

• Successful completion of Endoscopy Technician training program within 6 months of hire.
• Experience with materials/resource management.
• Direct patient care experience.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to lift 50-100 pounds daily; exposure to infectious diseases and sharp instruments.

Responsibilities

• Assist physician in general and advanced endoscopy procedures.
• Position and transport patients.
• Prepare procedural rooms using clean and aseptic techniques.
• Maintain supplies and materials.
• Actively participate in unit goals and demonstrate excellent customer service.

Skills

Endoscopy procedures

Direct patient care

Attention to detail

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Education

Endoscopy Technician training program

1-2 years related experience preferred

Job description

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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?

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience

1-2 years of related experience preferred.

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 08/30/2026

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Describe your endoscopy or other related work experience relevant to this position.

  (Open Ended Question)

  • * Please indicate your years of endoscopy experience.
    • None
    • More than 0, up through 1 year
    • More than 1, up through 3 years
    • More than 3, up through 5 years
    • More than 5
  • * Do you have a current Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates (SGNA) certification?
    • Yes
    • No
  • * Please indicate the number of years of paid work experience you were responsible for direct patient care in a hospital setting.
    • None
    • More than 0 years, up through 1 year
    • More than 1 year, up through 2 years
    • More than 2, up through 3 years
    • More than 3, up through 4 years
    • More than 4, up through 5 years
    • More than 5

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter