RESPONSIBILITIES I. JOB SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES: • Performs a variety of special endoscopic and interventional procedures. • Provides patient care during procedures under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse (RN)/Provider. II. TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS: • Finger dexterity, seeing, hearing, speaking. • Frequent: standing, lifting and pushing/pulling maximum 30 pounds of force; carrying usual weight of 10 pounds; reaching above, at and below shoulder level; repetitive arm/hand motions, static gripping of an object for prolonged periods, frequent gripping on an object. • Frequent: walking. • Occasional: stooping/bending, kneeling, crawling, climbing stairs, walking on uneven ground, squatting, twisting body. III. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: • Not substantially subjected to adverse environmental conditions. • Subjected to noise/vibration from radiographic equipment noise. • Exposure to body fluids, communicable diseases, moving mechanical parts, chemicals, radiation, odors and skin irritants. • Work environment is fast paced, frequently stressful; works on multiple tasks and priorities at the same time and requires critical decision-making. IV. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE: • High school diploma or equivalent. • Successful completion of the Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates (SGNA) Associate’s Program and recognized as a GI Technical Specialist (GTS). If not recognized as a GTS, educational requirement must be obtained within twelve (12) months of entrance into the position. • Current BLS certification B. EXPERIENCE: • One (1) year experience as an Endoscopic Procedure Technician, preferably in a comparable medical center; OR, one (1) year experience in Sterile Processing or providing direct patient care, such as Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant, etc., and demonstrated ability to perform duties and responsibilities of job. • Experience to demonstrate basic knowledge of aseptic technique. • Ability to communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing. • Knowledge of automated systems preferred. • Experience in cleaning and disinfection of instruments/scopes preferred. Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Vet