GI Endoscopy Technician - Essential Procedure Support

highmarkhealth; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a patient-focused Endoscopy Support Technician to assist under the supervision of the Endoscopist and Registered Nurse during GI-endoscopic procedures.

You will help prepare the procedure room, handle endoscopic equipment, and participate in reprocessing instrumentation after procedures, while maintaining clear communication with patients and the health care team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma / GED required or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• CPR certification (American Heart Association) within 60 days of hire.
• Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate.
• Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate.
• Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Participates in the maintenance of procedure room supplies and endoscopic equipment; ensures availability and condition of equipment.
• Functions as an integral team member during GI-endoscopic procedures.
• Disassembles and reprocesses instrumentation post-procedure; maintains documentation per policy.
• Maintains effective two-way communications with patients, families, and health care team.
• May assist with special procedures under the direction of the RN and MD (e.g., YAG lasers, wound care, line insertions).
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Skills

CPR Certification

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's degree in health-related field

Prior GI-endoscopy experience

Job description

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a patient-focused Endoscopy Support Technician to assist under the supervision of the Endoscopist and Registered Nurse during GI-endoscopic procedures.

You will help prepare the procedure room, handle endoscopic equipment, and participate in reprocessing instrumentation after procedures, while maintaining clear communication with patients and the health care team.