Endoscopy Tech I

BJC HealthCare; Missouri; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

401(k) match

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital seeks an Endoscopy Tech I to join a fast-paced team for mainly daytime hours. You will disinfect, assist with procedures, and help with patient transport and room prep under RN/physician supervision.

No prior endoscopy experience is required, but a dependable team player with transferables from healthcare roles is valued. Training and growth opportunities are highlighted within the department.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Endoscopy Technician experience is preferred, but not required.
• Candidate should be a dependable team player in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Processes instruments and equipment, orders and keeps inventory of supplies, and maintains equipment.
• Maintains database for endoscopy, and keeps accurate statistics pertinent to endoscopy.
• Transports patients and assists patients with changing.
• Trains staff in areas specific to endoscopy instrument processing, supplies and the maintenance of equipment.

Skills

Endoscopy experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Additional Information About the Role

Endoscopy Tech I – Full Time, Days

Job Posting Highlights

Join a fast-paced, supportive Endoscopy team with opportunities to learn, grow, and build your healthcare career!

Schedule

• Full-time, Monday–Friday
• 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
• On-call approximately every 10th weekend
• 2–3 evening/night call shifts per month
• One holiday per year

What You’ll Do

• Perform high-level disinfection of endoscopes
• Assist physicians during endoscopy procedures, including biopsies and the use of procedural instruments
• Support the Pre-Op/PACU areas as needed, including assisting with patient transport for discharge
• Work collaboratively as part of a fast-paced Endoscopy team

What We’re Looking For

• Endoscopy Technician experience is preferred, but not required
• A dependable, hardworking team player who is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Candidates with related healthcare or procedural experience may also have transferable skills

  Why Join the Team?

  • Become part of a collaborative and supportive team
  • Opportunities for professional growth
  • Gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced procedural environment

  Location: BWC Endoscopy Department

  Overview

  Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital offers highly specialized surgical and medical services in an intimate environment and is known for outstanding patient care. With 64 private patient rooms, 14 operating rooms and four intensive care unit rooms, the facility was designed to provide a comforting environment that is innovative, efficient and centered on the patient experience. The campus features a park-like setting with landscaping and a walking path that winds through the grounds and connects to Millennium Park.

  The Endoscopy department at Barnes Jewish West County Hospital is a highly specialized, full-service department meeting the needs of inpatient and outpatient clients. The lab specializes in Upper Endoscopy (EGD), Esophagoscopy, Colonoscopy, Flexible sigmoidoscopy, Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS), ERCP, Bronchoscopy, EBUS, Small bowel enteroscopy (SBE), and Video capsule endoscopy. The endoscopy staff consists of a NP, RN¿s and technicians who are overseen by an Endoscopy Supervisor.

  Preferred Qualifications

  Role Purpose

  Under the direction of an RN and/or physician, the Endoscopy technician assists with diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures, including transporting patients, disinfecting and process equipment, preparing the procedure room, and assisting in patient care.

  Responsibilities

  • Processes instruments and equipment, orders and keeps inventory of supplies, and maintains equipment.
  • Maintains database for endoscopy, and keeps accurate statistics pertinent to endoscopy.
  • Transports patients and assists patients with changing.
  • Trains staff in areas specific to endoscopy instrument processing, supplies and the maintenance of equipment.

  Minimum Requirements

  Education

  • High School Diploma or GED

  Experience

  • No Experience

  Supervisor Experience

  • No Experience

  Preferred Requirements

  Experience

  • <2 years

  Benefits and Legal Statement

  BJC Total Rewards

  At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
  • Disability insurance* paid for by BJC
  • Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution
  • 401(k) plan with BJC match
  • Tuition Assistance available on first day
  • BJC Institute for Learning and Development
  • Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
  • Adoption assistance

  To learn more, go to our Benefits Summary.

  *Not all benefits apply to all jobs

  The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer