Endoscopy Technician

Endoscopy Technician


UPMC Gastro Associates Central PA is seeking an Endoscopy Technician to join our team in Camp Hill, PA. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with physicians in a fast-paced procedural environment while supporting high-quality patient care throughout the endoscopy process. If you enjoy working as part of a close-knit team and are looking for a position with no weekends, holidays, or call responsibilities, we encourage you to apply.


The ideal candidate will be willing to complete the SGNA or Surgical Technician course within 6 months of hire.


Location:


UPMC Gastro Associates Central PA
899 Poplar Church Road, Suite 101
Camp Hill, PA 17011


Schedule:

• Full-Time
• Rotating shifts:
  • 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
  • 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • 8:00 a.m. to later (when work is complete)
• Monday through Friday
• No weekends
• No holidays
• No call requirements
• Must be available to work all shifts

Why Join Our Team?

• Close-knit and supportive group of coworkers.
• Monday through Friday schedule.
• No weekends, holidays, or call responsibilities.
• Opportunity to work directly with physicians in a specialized procedural setting.
• Collaborative team environment focused on providing outstanding patient care.

Typical Day:

• Assist physicians during endoscopic procedures.
• Remove and collect polyps as directed during procedures.
• Label and document procedural images.
• Document and process specimens accurately.
• Upload and maintain patient charts and procedure documentation.
• Prepare procedure rooms, equipment, and supplies.
• Support the clinical team to ensure efficient patient flow.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation in accordance with departmental standards.
• Follow infection prevention, patient safety, and quality assurance protocols.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and ancillary staff to provide exceptional patient care.
• Perform in accordance with system-wide competencies and behaviors.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities:

• Care for and maintain all endoscopic equipment utilized in the G.I. Laboratory. Ensure equipment is functioning properly before use. Demonstrates knowledge, operation, and troubleshooting of processors and equipment. Provides back up to Equipment Reprocessors as needed.
• Maintain supply inventory, rotate stock, and restock procedural rooms as needed. Re-order supplies or report to responsible party the need to re-order items. Return unused product or reusable equipment to proper storage place.
• Assist in the preparation/obtaining of specimens, proper labeling of, and logging of specimens. Deliver specimens to appropriate area as necessary.
• Consistently offers assistance to coworkers. Works cooperatively and promotes effective communication. Receptive and encourages feedback. Assume responsibility for own development. Attend/read relevant departmental in-service programs, actively participate in GI Lab staff meetings, participate in unit-based performance improvement, perform secretarial functions as needed, and/or participate in self-review as requested by department manager.
• Prepares the procedure room correctly with the appropriate endoscope, equipment, and instruments. Ensures equipment is functioning properly before use. Anticipates the needs of the physician and what may be needed for the case. Demonstrates competency in performance of skills.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Previous employment or training as an Endoscopy Technician, Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant, Surgical Tech, or other medical specialty such as Central Service Technician preferred.
  Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Act 34

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran