JOB SUMMARY
We are seeking a skilled and dedicated GI/Endo Technician to join our team. This role supports diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures, ensuring a safe and efficient patient care environment. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of gastrointestinal procedures and equipment, along with excellent technical and interpersonal skills.

Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and maintain endoscopy equipment, including scopes, light sources, processors, and accessories.
- Assist physicians and nurses during endoscopic procedures (e.g., colonoscopies, upper endoscopies, ERCPs).
- Clean, disinfect, and reprocess endoscopic equipment according to established protocols and manufacturer guidelines.
- Manage inventory of supplies and equipment for the endoscopy suite.
- Ensure patient safety and comfort during preparation, procedure, and recovery phases.
- Document procedures and patient information accurately.
- Troubleshoot equipment issues and escalate as needed.

Schedule / Shift
- Specific shift details will be discussed during the interview process.

Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Completion of a Surgical Technologist program or equivalent training/experience.
- Strong understanding of aseptic technique and infection control principles.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience as an Endoscopy Technician or Surgical Technologist in an endoscopy setting.
- Familiarity with various types of endoscopic procedures and instrumentation.

Certifications
- Certified Registered Nurse First Assistant (CRNFA) or Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) is preferred.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Experience
- Minimum of [Insert Number, e.g., 1-2] years of experience in a healthcare setting, with a focus on endoscopy or surgical services.

Skills
- Proficient in the setup and maintenance of GI equipment.
- Knowledge of sterile processing and high-level disinfection.
- Ability to anticipate physician needs during procedures.
- Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills.

EMR / Systems
- Experience with electronic health record (EHR) systems is a plus.

Unit / Specialty
- Endoscopy / Gastroenterology