Endoscopy Technician

Intermountain Health

8d • $19 - $26 • Onsite

About The Position

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 Range: $19.31 - $26.22/hour (depending on experience) Benefits Eligible: No Shift Details: PRN/As Needed. Could be 1-2 shifts/week depending on staffing needs Department: Endoscopy Lab, Logan Regional 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.

Requirements

• Endoscopic Procedure Support
• Room Turnover
• Patient Care & Safety
• Infection Prevention & Control
• Sterile Processing & High-Level Disinfection
• Specimen Handling & Safety
• Emergency Procedure Readiness
• Patient Transport
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers
• High School diploma or GED equivalent

Nice To Haves

• Previous endoscopy and/or procedural experience

Responsibilities

• 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.

Benefits

• We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.
• Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here.
• Intermountain Health’s PEAK program supports caregivers in the pursuit of their education goals and career aspirations by providing up-front tuition coverage paid directly to the academic institution. The program offers 100+ learning options to choose from, including undergraduate studies, high school diplomas, and professional skills and certificates. Caregivers are eligible to participate in PEAK on day 1 of employment. Learn more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees