Endoscopy Tech II-28323

Rush University Medical Center; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 61,900,000 - 97,648,000; Full time

Job summary

Rush University Medical Center in Chicago is seeking an Endoscopy Technician II for the Endoscopy Department. This full-time role (0.9–1.0 FTE) follows a 10-hour shift from 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM, in a fast-paced clinical setting.

You will disinfect endoscopic equipment, assist physicians with diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, and help ensure smooth operations under physician, department leadership, and RN supervision.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year current Endoscopy Technician experience.
• Current GI Technical Specialist (GTS) certification or Advanced GTS.
• Decontamination and reprocessing of endoscopy instrumentation per guidelines.
• CMS/CNA/PCT/EMT or paramedic training may apply.
• Successful completion of institutional screening.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Advanced GI anatomy and aseptic technique knowledge.
• Problem solving skills and teamwork.
• Excellent communication and customer service.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with pre-procedure setup and documentation in Provation and scope tracking.
• Provide intra-procedure assistance with specimens and treatments.
• Post-procedure equipment management and supplies coordination.
• Clean and disinfect endoscopes and accessories per Infection Control guidelines.
• Report equipment issues to Charge RN and maintain scope tracking.
• Support unit operations and maintain orderly procedure rooms.
• Communicate effectively to foster teamwork.
• Provide age-appropriate patient care and maintain dignity.
• Transport specimens and assist with patient admissions/discharges as needed.
• Participate in unit-based initiatives and projects.

Skills

Endoscopy experience

GI anatomy

BLS certification

Problem solving

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or higher

GI Technical Specialist (GTS) certification

Job description

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Medical Center

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: Endoscopy

Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0.9 and 1.0)

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: 10 Hr (7:00:00 AM - 5:30:00 PM)

Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).

Pay Range: $21.61 - $34.04 per hour

Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.

Summary

The Endoscopy Technician II works under the direction of a physician, department leadership, and/or registered nurse. Provides support to the Endoscopy department before, during and after procedures. This role is responsible for performing the duties of disinfecting endoscopic equipment, assisting physicians with the technical components of diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures as assigned and able to effectively manage basic procedural routines to help support smooth clinical operations. In addition, this role exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and ICARE values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other Information

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.


• 1 year current Endoscopy Technician experience.


• Current GI Technical Specialist (GTS) certification or Advanced GTS.


• Current experience with decontamination and reprocessing of all instrumentation used in assigned department; according to regulatory agency requirements and standards set forth by professional organizations and institutional policies.


• Prior clinical training. This may include CMS, CNA, PCT, EMT, corpsman, or paramedic training.


• Successful completion of the institutional screening examination.


• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.


• Advanced knowledge of GI anatomy and aseptic techniques.


• Problem solving skills.


• Excellent communication and customer service skills.


• Basic computer skills.

Preferred

• Advanced Life Support.


• Associate Degree or higher.


• Patient Care Technician Certification or Certified Medical Assistant.


• Accredited Phlebotomy and /or PIV training and course completion.

Other Duties

Intravenous Line Insertion/Phlebotomy

• Under direction of the physician and supervision of a registered nurse, the Endoscopy Technician II will insert peripheral intravenous lines (PIV) and applies dressing in compliance with hospital and unit procedure.


• Demonstrates basic understanding of procedure to be performed ensuring proper placement of PIV line to not interfere with planned procedure


• Provides instruction/information to patient/significant other concerning placement of IV line/care being provided.


• Assists in emergency situations as needed.


• Under the direction of physician and supervision of a registered nurse, performs phlebotomy as assigned.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Physical Demands

• Ability to walk throughout the Medical Center and to be standing or walking most of the designated shift.


• Lifting or carrying objects 35-40 lbs. and supporting and positioning patients, some of whom may exceed 300 lbs.


• Work conditions include performing procedures where carelessness could result in injury or illness and contact with potentially infectious materials and/or strong chemical agents.


• The ability to check documents for errors, use a keyboard to enter and retrieve data, and closely examine specimens, images or reports is required.

Responsibilities

• Assists clinical team with endoscopic procedures that includes pre-procedure set-up (including documentation within Provation and scope tracking software programs), assistance intra-procedure with specimen collection and treatments (including obtaining tissue specimens, polypectomies, therapeutic injections, and dilatations), and post-procedure processes with management of equipment and supplies.


• Demonstrates proficiency in the use of unit specific equipment and supplies that includes preparing and maintaining endoscopic equipment during procedures (i.e., electro-cautery, heating probes, endoscopic light source).


• Demonstrates accurate cleaning and disinfecting procedures for all endoscopes and accessory equipment that adheres to Infection Control Guidelines and equipment manufacturer instructions for use.


• Efficiently reports equipment malfunctions to either charge nurse or unit leadership and ensures the scope tracking process is maintained within the scope tracking program (SPM).


• Reports to Charge RN or designee for assignment of duties and sets priority of duties based on needs of patient and unit, under the direction of the RN.


• Keeps procedure rooms orderly and independently organizes and restocks according to unit specifications.


• Demonstrates effective communication skills to foster teamwork within the work environment that ultimately supports the mission and values of Rush.


• Demonstrates knowledge of age appropriate care when caring for patients and treats patients, visitors, and staff in a caring manner with respect and dignity.


• Transports laboratory specimens, blood products, and patient belongings as required and assists with the admission, discharge, and transport of patients.


• Performs routine specimen collections (blood glucose, urine, etc).


• Active involvement in unit based initiatives and projects.

Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.