Endoscopy Technician II

Sutter Health•Novato, CA

About The Position

The Endoscopy Technician II supports the operational functionality of the endoscopy unit by preparing procedural rooms, maintaining equipment and supplies, reprocessing scopes, and providing advanced technical and procedural support to physicians and nursing staff during gastrointestinal diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. The role works collaboratively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare staff to promote safe, efficient, high-quality patient care and compliance with infection prevention and regulatory standards. Demonstrated competency in endoscopy equipment handling, scope reprocessing, and in-room assistance for general and advanced gastroenterology procedures is required. This is a part-time, regular position with a day shift, scheduled for eight-hour shifts, Monday through Friday, totaling 24 hours per week. Weekend work is not required. The position is non-exempt and pays $36.21 to $50.69 per hour, with eligible positions including a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED; equivalent experience may be accepted in lieu of the required diploma.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider certification.
One year of recent relevant experience.
Experience in endoscopy services or demonstrated competency assisting with gastrointestinal endoscopic procedures in an acute care setting.
Knowledge of gastrointestinal anatomy, procedures, endoscopic views, and endoscopic equipment.
Basic understanding of anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
Ability to interpret written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule-based instructions and information.
Strong organizational and time management skills, including the ability to prioritize in a fast-paced procedural environment.
Effective communication skills when interacting with physicians, nurses, patients, and multidisciplinary teams.
Working knowledge of electronic health records and standard computer applications, such as Microsoft Office.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively amid frequent interruptions and competing priorities.
Ability to evaluate and resolve routine problems using established policies, procedures, and available resources.

Responsibilities

Prepare procedural rooms for endoscopy procedures.
Maintain endoscopy equipment and supplies.
Reprocess scopes.
Provide technical and procedural support to physicians and nursing staff during gastrointestinal diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare staff to support safe, efficient, high-quality patient care.
Maintain compliance with infection prevention and regulatory standards.
Assist with general and advanced gastroenterology procedures.