Description

American Traveler is hiring an Endoscopy Technician to support GI and bronchoscopy procedures, including Ion robotic bronchoscopy and EBUS cases, requiring BLS certification and prior patient care experience.

Details

• Work in a hospital's Endoscopy Suite
• 1st shift, 5x8-hour schedule, Monday-Friday 8a-4:30p
• Call required from end of shift to 7a Monday-Friday, plus Saturday/Sunday 7p-7a every 4th week, with 30-minute response requirement
• Holiday coverage as needed
• May float to other areas/units as needed
• Procedures include EGD, colonoscopy, ERCP, and bronchoscopy with Ion robotic and EBUS technology

Requirements

• BLS certification required within 90 days of start
• High School diploma or GED required
• Minimum 6 months of patient care experience as a nursing assistant, medical assistant, surgical assistant, or equivalent role
• 2+ years of experience preferred
• Experience first-assisting on GI and bronchoscopy cases preferred
• Hands-on experience with Ion robotic bronchoscopy and EBUS preferred
• Skilled in scope reprocessing including manual cleaning and high-level disinfection preferred
• License required if applicable
• For Surgical Technologists, Technical Diploma from an accredited Surgical Technology program or comparable military training required

Additional Information

• Set up endoscopy cases with appropriate equipment and supplies based on procedure type
• Assist with patient monitoring setup and support during procedures
• Prepare and clean procedure rooms between cases and restock supplies daily
• Clean and perform routine maintenance on endoscopy equipment
• Optimize room turnaround time as part of the endoscopy team
• Maintain a clean, safe environment for staff, patients, and visitors
• Respond effectively in emergency situations
• Report malfunctioning scopes or equipment to Charge RN, Biomed, or Manager and prepare scopes for shipping as needed
• Keep leadership informed of significant issues, events, and concerns
• Candidates must reside within 75 miles of the facility, though local candidates are accepted at a lower rate