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 Range: $19.50 - $26.48/hour (Level I) (depending on experience). $20.07 - $28.59/hour (Level II) (depending on experience) Benefits Eligible: Yes (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), and many more benefits) Shift Details: Full-time, 36 hours/week. 2-8 hour and 2-10 hour shift per week. Monday - Friday. Variable shifts. On-call requirements, including rotating weekends Location: Endoscopy Lab, Layton 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 tags, colors, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies. Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employees to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations. Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment and instruments with precision and accuracy. This includes computer use and typing for documentation, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc. Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items. Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.). May be expected to stand in a stationary position with personal protective equipment for an extended period. Location: Intermountain Health Layton Hospital Work City: Layton Work State: Utah Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36 The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. $19.50 - $26.48 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. By applying for a position with Intermountain, I acknowledge that I will comply with all applicable Intermountain policies and expectations. 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