# MEDICAL INSTRUMENT TECHNICIAN (Gastroenterology)

Hiring organization: [Veterans Health Administration](https://career.thegoodapps.co/organizations/veterans-health-administration)

Canonical page: https://career.thegoodapps.co/jobs/8455c666-a4a1-4a3a-b980-b02b8000dc9b

Listed on Veterans Health Administration's own careers site. Applications go to them directly.

- Employment type: full time
- Seniority: Mid
- Location: Bay Pines, FL
- Salary: 50460 – 65599 USD per year

## Summary

The VA Medical Center in Bay Pines seeks a gastroenterology technician to support endoscopic procedures by managing equipment, preparing instruments, and assisting physicians during EGD, colonoscopy, and ERCP. This full-time role suits someone with hands-on medical equipment experience who can work independently in a fast-paced clinical setting.

_Our summary, not Veterans Health Administration's wording._

## Required

- US citizenship or sponsorship eligibility
- English language proficiency in spoken and written communication
- Knowledge of endoscopic equipment and basic to complex procedures
- Understanding of GI system anatomy and physiology with ability to recognize abnormalities
- Ability to assist physicians in specialized procedures including ERCP and endoscopic ultrasound
- Knowledge of universal precautions and sterilization protocols for reusable medical equipment
- Competency with computer systems for patient and procedure documentation
- Ability to measure vital signs and administer medications
- BLS certification
- At least 1 year comparable experience at a lower grade level
- Visual acuity, hearing, manual dexterity, and ability to stand, walk, stoop for extended periods
- Willingness to work on-call as assigned

## Nice to have

- 2–3 years recent GI endoscopy technician experience
- SGNA certification

Apply on Veterans Health Administration's site: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/890399500