Endoscopy Technician, GI Lab - Full-Time

OVERVIEW:
As an Endoscopy Technician (GI Tech), you will support physicians and the clinical team during general and interventional gastrointestinal procedures by preparing equipment, assisting with procedures, and ensuring specialized endoscopy instruments are functioning properly. You will help maintain inventory, coordinate equipment and supply needs, troubleshoot equipment issues, and contribute to quality improvement initiatives that promote safe, efficient patient care. This role requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced procedural environment.
Schedule: Full-time, 36 hours per week
Shift: Days with primary hours of 7am-4:30pm
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Serves as resource person for Endoscopy equipment used.
Evaluates new equipment, orders and restocks supplies.
Does periodic check of schedule for specific supplies, requests by physicians/Lead RN.
Works with Materials to stay within contact to control costs.
Independently assists physician procedures in general GI and interventional GI cases.
Communicates with appropriate departments concerning equipment problems.
Participates in Quality Management program, standards, policies and procedures.
Education and Experience
High School Education or equivalent preferred
Certification and Licensure
Active on CNA registry or Active LPN license in state of practice preferred.
Approved CPR certification required within 90 days (Other certification per unit requirements: ACLS, PALS, PEARS, NRP)
Skills and Abilities
May include color blind test (per department guidelines)
Special Physical Demands
The Special Physical Demands are considered Essential Job Functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; stoop, kneel, crouch, or smell. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
Level of Supervision
N/A
Supervises
N/A
PAY RANGE:
$19.40 - $32.96
Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:
Medical, Dental, Vision
Life & Disability Insurance
FSA/HSA Options
Generous, accruing paid time off
Paid Parental and caregiver leave
Career advancement and educational opportunities
Tuition and certification reimbursement
Certification Reimbursement
Well-being Programs
Employee Discounts
On-Demand Pay
Financial Education
Annual recognition/awards events
Partner appreciation days
Family entertainment/attractions discount
Community service/improvement opportunities
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At Mercyhealth, we don’t simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.
Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including:
#1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50
One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers
A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women