GI Endoscopy Technician & Patient Care

Advocate Aurora Health; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health seeks an Endoscopy Technician to assist physicians during GI procedures and support patient comfort. You will prepare rooms, manage supplies, and ensure sterile equipment is ready for use, while documenting vital signs and patient information in the medical record.

The role requires high school diploma, BLS, GI tech training or related NA licenses preferred, and good English communication. Physical stamina and dexterity are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Surgical or GI Technology training or NA I/II preferred.
• BLS required per policy guidelines.
• Successful completion of the SGNA GI Associates Program within 6 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Assists physicians with Endoscopic procedures.
• Performs personal care for patient comfort and well-being, including bedpan assistance, ambulation, transfers, and escorts.
• Sets up rooms for procedures and manages patient name and procedure in computer, beds, and inventory of supplies.
• Cleans endoscopes by sterilization or high-level disinfection.
• Assists with oxygen therapy, maintains safety and equipment.
• Performs vital signs and documents in the medical record.

Skills

English language proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Endoscope sterilization equipment

Job description

Advocate Health seeks an Endoscopy Technician to assist physicians during GI procedures and support patient comfort. You will prepare rooms, manage supplies, and ensure sterile equipment is ready for use, while documenting vital signs and patient information in the medical record.

The role requires high school diploma, BLS, GI tech training or related NA licenses preferred, and good English communication. Physical stamina and dexterity are essential.