Current Department Employees: Endoscopy Tech Lead

Tahoe Forest Health System; Truckee (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Tahoe Forest Health System is seeking an Endoscopy Tech Lead for the on-site, full-time role in Truckee, CA. The position involves leading endoscopy tech activities, coordinating equipment and supplies, and supporting quality data collection and training of staff.

Requires ability to operate endoscopy equipment; BLS certification is preferred, with DOE adjustments. On-site work with a competitive hourly rate.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate endoscopy equipment.
• Knowledge of sterilization equipment.
• Able to assist in endoscopy procedures and patient care.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and turns over the Endoscopy Room for procedures.
• Maintains and inspects endoscopy equipment per TFH policies.
• Coordinates equipment needs with Endoscopy lead nurse and Materials Management.
• Assists with patient positioning and endoscopy procedures.
• Supports admission, recovery, and discharge in the unit.
• Participates in data collection for quality metrics and reporting.
• Trains other Endoscopy Techs and nurses; standby as needed.

Skills

Endoscopy equipment operation

Quality data collection

Training others

Tools

Sterilization equipment

Job description

Current Department Employees: Endoscopy Tech Lead

Job Category: EA

Requisition Number: CURRE004576

• Posted : September 30, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

Showing 1 location

Truckee, CA, USA

Description

The employment status of this position will be determined based on the current status of employees transferring into the role.

Bargaining Unit: EA

Rate of Pay: $32.20/hour + DOE

Summary

Works under the direction of the Ambulatory Surgery Manager and in collaboration with Endoscopy Lead RN to perform all aspects in job description of Endo Tech with additional responsibilities in quality data collecting, continued scope maintenance, and coordinating the orientation of new hires to the Endo Tech role.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Prepares and turns over the Endoscopy Room according to endoscopic procedure requirements.

• Inspects and utilizes equipment according to manufacturer’s recommendations and TFH Policy and Procedures.
• Maintains scopes and accessories according to manufacturer’s recommendations and TFH Policy and Procedures.
• Coordinates equipment replacement and repairs with Endoscopy lead nurse and Materials Management
• Transports and assists in patient positioning in accordance with instructions from medical personnel.
• Assists physicians and registered nurses in performing endoscopy procedures.
• Assists nursing in the endoscopy unit with admission, recovery, and discharge.
• Attends in-service training to validate or refresh basic endoscopic procedures.
• Collects specimens from physician, ensures proper specimen securement and transfer to lab.
• Maintains Endoscopy Supply levels and communicates needs to Materials Management
• Assists with patient care.
• Understands self-protection and operates machinery safely in the decontamination room.
• Responsible for deep cleaning of Endoscopy supply bins and specified carts as per a deep cleaning schedule.
• Assists in obtaining data and building reports to track quality metrics
• Assists in the training of other Endoscopy Techs and nurses
• Available to work standby.
• Seeks guidance and direction in the performance of responsibilities and duties
• Demonstrates System Values in performance and behavior.
• Complies with System policies and procedures.
• Other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Supervisory Responsibilities
No supervisory responsibilities.

Minimum Education/Experience
No educational requirement and 1-2 years relevant experience

Required Licenses/Certifications
Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers

• Upon hire

BLS: Employee will be enrolled in the Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI) Basic Life Support (BLS) Entry or Prep Curriculum (depending on their previous BLS certification).

Within 3 months of hire into job

Other Experience/Qualifications

Required:

• Ability to operate endoscopy equipment.
• Ability to operate computerized sterilization equipment following written guidelines.

Preferred:

5 years Endoscopy Tech experience

Equal Opportunity Employer
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