Endoscopy Technician

Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a(an) Endoscopy Technician today with Methodist Hospital.


Job Summary and Qualifications

General Statement of Duties:

The GI Tech I assists with procedures, ensuring continuous quality of care is provided to patient's age


adolescent to geriatric in the GI Lab under the direction of a qualified physician or Licensed Practitioner.

Minimum Education, Experience, Training, Required Knowledge, Skill, Abilities and


Other Job-Related Characteristics:

1. Education: None

2. Experience: None

3. Employee completes initial and ongoing training and competencies as defined by service

line, facility and department/unit which are specific to the needs of the patient population

served (if applicable).


4. Preferred:

Minimum License, Certificates, or Registrations Required:

1. Required: N/A

2. Preferred: N/A

Essential Job Functions:

1. Demonstrates effective clinical skills utilizing time, equipment and supplies efficiently and


properly, pre, intra and post procedure. Maintains accountability for instruments, supplies and


sharps, throughout the procedure.


2. Handles specimens ensuring proper placement and labeling in conjunction with the RN caring for


the patient.

3. Performs clinical actions as defined in annual competency and skills checklists. Demonstrates


competence in all areas of gastroenterology: procedure preparation, technical factors and


equipment maintenance and safety.


4. Complete assignments independently and works as part of a team; takes instructions from


supervisors; exercises problem-solving skills; and interacts with co-workers, supervisors, patients,


vendors and the public in a professional and pleasant manner.


5. Understands and utilizes infection control standards related to disposable and non-disposable


equipment. Incorporates patient safety in all areas of their technical practice including


transporting patients to and from the department.

6. Provides specialized care to patients, as delegated by a licensed practitioner and communicates


changes in patient condition to the physician or licensed practitioner.


Additional Job Functions:

1. Supports the mission and vision of the Methodist Healthcare System. Understands and is committed


to helping the Methodist Healthcare System and its associated facilities achieve its goals.


2. Must learn and comply with System and facility safety policies and rules; must use appropriate safety


equipment and procedures at all times; must immediately report all unsafe conditions to supervisors;


must be familiar with all safety features of equipment, tools or materials encompassed by job duties;


and must check with supervisors (prior to job performance) if there is a question as to the safe


procedure to be used for any job function.

3. Adheres to the MHS Code of Conduct and demonstrates ethical behavior as expected by our patients,


colleagues and the community. Understands the personal obligation to report any activity that


appears to violate applicable laws, rules regulations or the Code of Conduct itself.

4. Completes other duties as assigned.

1 year experience Required

Benefits

Methodist Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources , including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn more about Employee Benefits


Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Methodist Hospital opened in 1963 as the first hospital in the now internationally acclaimed South Texas Medical Center. With over 900 beds, Methodist Hospital offers a broad range of specialties including cardiology, oncology, bone marrow transplants, emergency medicine, neurosciences, maternity care, gynecology and orthopedics. We are proud to be the largest provider of the lifesaving ECMO Program in San Antonio, are home to the largest robotics program in the world, and our Adult Blood Cancer and Stem Cell Transplant unit has become the first program to receive FACT Accreditation in North America.


As the flagship hospital, and most comprehensive medical care facility of Methodist Healthcare, we appreciate the support and recognition we receive from the community. We've recently been named the No.1 Best Regional Hospital by the U.S. News and World Report for 2019-20. We pride ourselves on providing the highest quality of care possible for our patients, which is proven by our consecutive Grade A Leapfrog Hospital Safety scores. In addition, Methodist Hospital not only received a Primary Stroke Center designation from The Joint Commission, but has also received a Comprehensive Stroke Center Certification from DNV GL Healthcare, designating the facility as offering the most advanced stroke treatment available in a given geographic area. For more information, please visit our website at and select Methodist Hospital under Locations.

"The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patient's family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder
If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Endoscopy Technician opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.