Endoscopy Technician

Job Description: Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, the Endoscopy Technician I (ET I) supports basic, diagnostic and/or therapeutic endoscopic procedures at rural, community, large and trauma facilities. This entry-level role ensures safe and effective care during procedures such as Colonoscopy, Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD), Tracheostomy/Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG) Placement, Enteroscopy, basic Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), Fecal Microbiota Transplant (FMT), Food Impaction Removal, Bravo Capsule Placement, and EndoFLIP. Interventions may include polypectomy, biopsy, dilation, cauterization, variceal banding, stent placement, overtube use, foreign body removal, and Hemospray application for GI bleeding. The ET I may be required to take independent call and assist with urgent or emergent cases. This role contributes to system-wide Surgical Services initiatives and actively participates in the Endoscopy Team Safety Plan. Posting Specifics Pay Ranges: $19.31 - $26.22/hour (Level I) (depending on experience). $19.87 - $28.31/hour (Level II) (depending on experience) Benefits Eligible: Yes (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), and many more benefits) Shift Details: Part-time, 24 hours/week. The selected candidate will be required to work the following shifts: Endo Suite (7 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.) Recovery HUC (7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.) Additional Details: 24/7 call requirement:  Will be required to be on call 1 weekend a month Friday 1730-Monday 0700. And several weeknights per month 1730-0700 Department: Child Procedure Center, Primary Children's Hospital Essential Functions Performs all aspects of patient care for entry-level, diagnostic, and therapeutic endoscopic procedures, adhering strictly to safety protocols and organizational policies. Assembles, prepares, and sets up equipment and supplies according to procedure type and provider-specific requirements; accurately navigates ProVation for image capture and documentation. Assists with procedure room turnover and ensures emergent equipment is either sent to sterile processing or appropriately reprocessed in-room for subsequent use. Maintains procedural safety by managing supplies and equipment and ensures proper handling and safeguarding of tissue and specimen samples. Responsible for sharps and specimen safety; actively participates in time-outs and all safety protocols, consistently applying Zero Harm error prevention techniques. Practices strict infection prevention and high-level disinfection standards, including point-of-use cleaning; may assist with sterile processing of instruments and scopes per manufacturer guidelines. Operates specialized equipment and mobile towers proficiently in various procedural settings, including ICU and OR. Anticipates the needs of the provider, RN, and patient, demonstrating initiative and responsiveness within the scope of endoscopy technician practice. Prepares equipment and supplies urgently and efficiently for emergent procedures and assists with post-procedure room clean-up. Transports inpatients safely and efficiently to and from multiple departments throughout the facility. Skills Endoscopic Procedure Support Room Turnover Patient Care & Safety Infection Prevention & Control Sterile Processing & High-Level Disinfection Specimen Handling & Safety Emergency Procedure Readiness Patient Transport Minimum Qualifications (Level I) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers High School diploma or GED equivalent Minimum Qualifications (Level II) High School diploma or GED equivalent Demonstrated experience as an Endoscopy Technician I role Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers Completion of at least one (1) leadership-approved project annually Preferred Qualifications Previous endoscopy and/or procedural experience Physical Requirements Ongoing need for employees to see and read information, labels, sterile indicator ta ... (truncated, view full listing at source)