Endoscopy Lab Tech: Reprocessing & Patient Care

Northwestern Medicine; Geneva (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Loan forgiveness

401(k) matching

Lifecycle benefits

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking an Endoscopy Lab Reprocessing Technician to support the safe reprocessing of endoscopes under the supervision of a registered nurse in an ambulatory care setting. You will help maintain equipment, document repairs, and assist with patient preparation and turnover to ensure smooth procedure flow.

Requires a high school diploma and CPR/BLS; a Bachelor of Science Degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• CPR - Basic Life Support.
• Bachelor of Science Degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains competencies in the reprocessing of endoscopes and operating the scope washers.
• Identifies actual or potential problems with the integrity of the endoscopes and assists the charge nurse in orchestrating repair.
• Maintains documentation regarding the inventory and repair of endoscopes.
• Uses proper patient identification procedures in transporting of patients.
• Safely transports patients by wheelchair or stretcher.
• Demonstrates support and awareness of daily schedule by expediting on time starts and efficient turnover between procedures.
• Demonstrates knowledge of endotherapy supplies and equipment.
• Locates, obtains, and restocks supplies and equipment.
• Performs services requiring technical and manual skills under the direction of a physician and/or nurse.
• Maintains a clean and orderly environment.
• Assists the nurse in the preparation of the patient prior to and after the procedure.

Skills

CPR - Basic Life Support

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor of Science Degree

Job description

Northwestern Medicine is seeking an Endoscopy Lab Reprocessing Technician to support the safe reprocessing of endoscopes under the supervision of a registered nurse in an ambulatory care setting. You will help maintain equipment, document repairs, and assist with patient preparation and turnover to ensure smooth procedure flow.

Requires a high school diploma and CPR/BLS; a Bachelor of Science Degree is preferred.