GI Endoscopy Instrument Technician

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Bay Pines (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The C.W. Bill Young VA Medical Center in Bay Pines, FL is seeking a Medical Instrument Technician (MIT) for the Gastroenterology GI Lab.

The MIT assists the practitioner in endoscopic procedures (EGD, colonoscopy, ERCP), ensures equipment readiness, and reprocesses endoscopic reusable medical equipment (RME). Preferred candidates have knowledge of endoscopic equipment, GI anatomy, and ability to support complex procedures, with strong teamwork and patient care skills.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of endoscopic equipment and use in basic and complex procedures.
• Knowledge of GI anatomy and physiology; report abnormalities during procedures.
• Ability to assist physicians with specialized, complex procedures.
• Knowledge of universal precautions and disinfection; follow SOPs for cleaning RME.
• Ability to collaborate, communicate, and provide customer service across healthcare teams.
• Ability to use basic computer systems to record patient and endoscopic data.
• Ability to deliver patient care including vital signs and medication administration.
• Ability to assist with complex procedures such as ERCP and EUS.

Responsibilities

• Assist in endoscopic procedures (EGD, colonoscopy, ERCP).
• Ensure proper performance and setup of endoscopic equipment.
• Reprocess reusable medical equipment (RME) according to SOPs.
• Set up equipment and coordinate with GI team.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure quality care.

Skills

Endoscopic equipment usage

Anatomy & GI physiology

Assist physician with procedures

Universal precautions & disinfection

Interpersonal communication

Basic data entry in computer systems

Vital signs & medication support

ERCP and EUS assistance

Job description

The C.W. Bill Young VA Medical Center in Bay Pines, FL is seeking a Medical Instrument Technician (MIT) for the Gastroenterology GI Lab.

The MIT assists the practitioner in endoscopic procedures (EGD, colonoscopy, ERCP), ensures equipment readiness, and reprocesses endoscopic reusable medical equipment (RME). Preferred candidates have knowledge of endoscopic equipment, GI anatomy, and ability to support complex procedures, with strong teamwork and patient care skills.