Endoscopic Technician

Providence • Seattle, WA

5d

About The Position

The Endoscopy Technician plays a key role in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment, supporting both clinical and technical aspects of patient care. This multi‑task position is responsible for scheduling procedures, performing computer data entry for pH studies, and assisting in the procedure room. The Endoscopy Technician oversees all task‑based Gastroenterology activities. Core endoscopy responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Cleaning and disinfecting scopes Preparing equipment for sterilization Preparing scopes for repair Tracking repairs, setting up procedure rooms Maintaining disinfection logs Ensuring all supplies are stocked for procedure rooms, the dirty utility room, and the clean utility room The role also involves assisting the nurse with patient admission to the procedure room. The technician maintains basic knowledge of equipment to support troubleshooting and resolve equipment‑related issues. Providence Swedish caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Swedish First Hill and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Requirements

• Coursework/Training: Completion of a Surgical Technology, Anesthesia Technologist, Certified Nurse Assistant or Medical Assistant program
• Upon Hire: Washington Medical Assistant Certification upon hire --or-- Washington Nursing Assistant Certification License upon hire --or-- Washington Surgical Technologist Registration upon hire
• National Provider BLS - American Heart Association upon hire
• Within 1 year of Hire: National Certified Endoscope Reprocessor - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association within --or-- National Flexible Endoscope Reprocessors - Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution
• 1 year of experience (within 3 years of assuming the position) in a medical setting as a Surgical Technologist, Anesthesia Technologist, Nursing Assistant Certification or Certified Medical Assistant required.
• Basic computer skills, such as data entry, are required.
• Employees in this position must demonstrate flexibility and multi-tasking skills that are essential in this job.
• Ability to read, write and understand English is required.
• Basic math aptitude and knowledge of units of measurement required.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals including cleaning methods, (e.g. manual, mechanical) cleaning implements (e.g. brushes) and equipment (automated flushing systems, automated endoscope reprocessors) for flexible scopes/accessories.
• Ability to effectively present information in small group situations.
• Ability to recognize malfunctions of instruments and equipment, and decide proper course of corrective action.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of 12 months of full-time employment or equivalent part-time hours processing flexible endoscopes preferred.
• Knowledge of infection control procedures including PPE, Blood Borne Pathogens, biohazard waste removal.
• Knowledge of types of microorganisms (bacteria, virus, fungus, prions), disease transmission; prevention of cross contamination and Anatomy and Physiology as related to GI and Pulmonary body systems preferred.
• Knowledge of scopes and accessories for endoscopic procedures, handling and cleaning of scopes and accessories and reprocessing of scopes/accessories preferred.
• Technician will have experience in scheduling procedures, computer data entry for ph studies, and assisting in the procedure room.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning and disinfecting scopes
• Preparing equipment for sterilization
• Preparing scopes for repair
• Tracking repairs, setting up procedure rooms
• Maintaining disinfection logs
• Ensuring all supplies are stocked for procedure rooms, the dirty utility room, and the clean utility room
• Assisting the nurse with patient admission to the procedure room
• Scheduling procedures
• Performing computer data entry for pH studies
• Assisting in the procedure room
• Maintaining basic knowledge of equipment to support troubleshooting and resolve equipment‑related issues

Benefits

• Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally and achieving financial security.
• We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our mission of improving the health and wellbeing of each patient we serve.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees