GI Endoscopy Technician — Hands-On Patient Care & Equipment

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Martinsburg (WV); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Child Care Subsidy

Retirement Benefits

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a Gastroenterology (GI) Technician to assist physicians in endoscopic procedures such as EGD, colonoscopy, ERCP, and endoscopic ultrasound. You will set up and reprocess endoscopic equipment, prepare patients, and support complex GI tasks.

The role emphasizes knowledge of GI anatomy, endoscopic devices, patient care, and strict adherence to safety and privacy protocols. On-site work with potential for on-call rotation and federal benefits.

Qualifications

• No specific educational requirements for this occupation.
• Desirable certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) at higher levels.
• English language proficiency in accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7402(d).
• GS-7 level requires 1 year of relevant experience and knowledge of GI endoscopy procedures.
• Knowledge of endoscopic equipment, anatomy, and GI physiology is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist practitioners in endoscopic procedures (EGD, colonoscopy, ERCP, endoscopic ultrasound).
• Set up and ensure proper performance of equipment; reprocess reusable medical equipment (RME).
• Prepare patients for tests and procedures; assist during diagnostic and minor surgical procedures.
• Drape, position, hold the patient, and hand instruments to the physician.
• Assist in treatment of ulcers and upper GI bleeding; train others on equipment use and maintenance.
• Maintain documentation for gastroenterology activities and schedule procedures via VISTA.

Skills

Endoscopic knowledge

Assist physician complex procedures

Universal precautions

Patient care delivery

Interpersonal communication

Record-keeping systems

Education

No formal education requirements

Tools

Endoscopic equipment

RME cleaning SOPs

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a Gastroenterology (GI) Technician to assist physicians in endoscopic procedures such as EGD, colonoscopy, ERCP, and endoscopic ultrasound. You will set up and reprocess endoscopic equipment, prepare patients, and support complex GI tasks.

The role emphasizes knowledge of GI anatomy, endoscopic devices, patient care, and strict adherence to safety and privacy protocols. On-site work with potential for on-call rotation and federal benefits.