The Endoscopy Technician / Gastrointestinal Technicianassists endoscopy nurses and physicians in the gastroenterology (GI) specialty. The Endoscopy Technician / GastrointestinalTechnician assists patients who have stomach or intestine problems, or thosewho are undergoing diagnostic procedures and/or treatment for various GIrelated illnesses.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintains inventories of endoscopic equipment and supplies

• Performs safety checks to verify proper equipmentfunctioning

• Collects and delivers specimens collected during procedures,ensuring the field remains sterile

• Prepares suites or rooms according to endoscopic procedurerequirements

• Cleans, disinfects, or calibrates scopes or other endoscopicinstruments according to manufacturer recommendations and facility standards

• Maintains or repairs endoscopic equipment

• Positions or transports patients in accordance withinstructions from medical personnel

• Assists physicians or registered nurses in the conduct ofendoscopic procedures

• Collects specimens from patients using standard medicalprocedures

• Performs other duties as assigned/necessary

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Endoscopy Technician Certification may be required perstate/client contract

• One year of experience preferred within medical assisting,surgical technology and/or GI

• Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice

• Participation and completion of Amergis’ Competency programwhen applicable

• Current CPR if applicable

• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable

• Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation)

• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements

• Successful completion of new hire training as applicable tojob site

• Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAArequirements

• Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to andfrom appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors,co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in theEnglish language is required

• Computer proficiency required

• Must be at least 18 years of age

  Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

• 401(k) savings plan

• Awards and recognition programs

  *Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

  About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.